Teacher of Multi-Subjects; Middle School

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Openings as of 6/7/2026

• Teacher of Multi-Subjects (Middle School)
• Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching/ Secondary Education Teacher
• Date Posted: 6/3/2026
• Location:
  
  Marlinton Middle School
• Closing Date: 06/09/2026
• County:
  Pocahontas County Schools

POSITION: Teacher of Multi-Subjects

LOCATION: Marlinton Middle School

CLASSIFICATION: Professional

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Starting with the  school year, and 200-day contract annually

FLSA STATUS: Full-time Exempt

SUPERVISOR: Building Principal

EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated by the building principal or immediate supervisor in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12 & §18A-3C-2; WV State Board Policy 5310, and Pocahontas County Schools Policy 3220

SALARY: Based on experience and education level per Pocahontas County Schools salary schedule. See pocahontascountysc for pay scales and benefits information.

JOB SUMMARY: Pursuant to WV Code §18A-1-1: "Classroom teacher": a professional educator who has a direct instructional or counseling relationship with students and who spends the majority of his or her time in this capacity.

Certification /

Qualifications:

• WV Professional Teaching Certificate pursuant to WV Code §18A-3-2a
• Endorsement(s) aligned to job posting
• Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18A-3-10
• Additional
  
  Minimum Requirements:
  
  Applicants who have recent unsatisfactory evaluations will not be considered eligible for consideration; applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration; and, applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration.
• Additional Minimum Requirements for Applicants Not Currently Employed:
  Applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration.

KEY PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATION:

• exhibit professional behavior by showing positive examples of preparedness, communication, fairness, punctuality, attendance, language, and appearance;
• contribute, cooperate, and participate in creating an environment in which all employee/students are accepted and are provided the opportunity to achieve at the highest levels in all areas of development;
• maintain a safe and healthy environment, free from harassment, intimidation, bullying, substance abuse, and/or violence, and free from bias and discrimination;
• create a culture of caring through understanding and support;
• immediately intervene in any code of conduct violation, that has a negative impact on students, in a manner that preserves confidentiality and the dignity of each person;
• demonstrate responsible citizenship by maintaining a high standard of conduct, self-control, and moral/ethical behavior;
• comply with all Federal, West Virginia and District laws, policies, regulations and procedures.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Planning and preparation:

• Demonstrating knowledge:
  Having expert and up-to-date knowledge of the subject area and curriculum; understanding how students learn and the development stages of different age groups.
• Designing instruction:
  Creating and preparing lesson plans that are well-structured, engaging, and aligned with curriculum standards; selecting/implementing appropriate resources and technology.
• Assessing student learning:
  Planning how to evaluate student progress and designing assessments that align with learning goals; establishing clear expectations and criteria for success.
• Understanding students:
  Demonstrating knowledge of individual students, their interests, learning styles, and varied backgrounds to design differentiated instruction.

Classroom environment:

• Creating a respectful culture:
  Building an environment of mutual respect and rapport with students to foster a positive and safe learning space.
• Managing student behavior:
  Establishing clear behavioral expectations and procedures to ensure a safe, orderly, and productive learning environment; promoting self-discipline and responding to misbehavior respectfully.
• Organizing the classroom:
  Arranging the physical space and organizing resources and supplies to maximize accessibility and support student learning.

Instruction:

• Engaging students in learning:
  Using a variety of teaching strategies and activities to engage students and maintain their interest, including hands-on projects, questioning techniques, and student-driven activities.
• Communicating clearly:
  Delivering accurate and coherent instruction with clear directions and expectations; demonstrating strong listening skills to understand students' needs.
• Providing timely feedback:
  Giving students specific and constructive feedback on their work to guide their progress;…