Job Description

HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS
NEW CUMBERLAND, WEST VIRGINIA
Notice of Vacancy

POSITION: Elementary/Secondary Teacher

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: School Principal
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
EMPLOYMENT TERM: 200
SALARY: In accordance with the Hancock County Schools salary schedule for professionals, commensurate with experience and degree level.
EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated annually by the Superintendent or her designee and in accordance with WV State Code § l SA-2-12, State Board Policy 5310.

POSITION: Elementary/Secondary Classroom Teacher

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION: Under general direction and is responsible for the educational program within his/her classroom and performance and work as required by the building principal.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold a valid certificate for the particular position in which he/she is assuming from the State Department of Education for West Virginia.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The goals of the program within this classroom should provide for the following:

A. That each student within his/her classroom be given the attention needed to achieve the highest possible potential.

B. This achievement should be recorded under the policy set forth by the school administration, and all achievement should be reported fairly and accurately, regardless of the attitude, personality, or conduct of the student.

C. The teacher must always act in a very professional manner in dealing with superiors, co-workers, parents, and students.

D. The teacher is responsible for all reporting which is required by his/her immediate supervisor.

E. The teacher must work under the supervision of the principal in duties related to general supervision of hall duty, bus duty, lunch duty, and any other supervisory related job that is necessary to the total operation of the school.

F. Any other obligations which the building principal determines necessary to the proper operation of the school.

G. Implementing his/her program of study.

H. Fostering a classroom climate conducive to learning.

I. Utilizing instructional management systems which increase student learning and maximize time on task.

J. Monitoring and reporting student progress toward learning outcomes.

K. Maintaining and upgrading his/her professional skills and teaching techniques.

L. Promoting and maintaining positive pupil-teacher-parent relationships.

M. Maintaining professional work habits and attitudes and maintaining a professional appearance.

N. Incorporate differentiated instruction.

O. Co-Teaching when applicable.

P. Implement Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) within the school/classroom.

Q. Integrate technology within the school/classroom.

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

Required for ALL applicants.
1. Application
2. Current Transcripts (if applicable)
3. Copy of West Virginia Certifications (if available/applicable)
4. Resume including references
5. Copies of past two (2) evaluations (if applicable)

"As required by federal laws and regulation, the Hancock County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, handicapping condition, or national origin in employment or in its educational programs and activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Hancock County Board of Education, P.O. Box 1300, New Cumberland, WV 26047, phone no. 304-564-3411; or to the Section 504 Coordinator, Hancock County Board of Education, P.O. Box 1300, New Cumberland, WV 26047, phone no. 304-564-3411; to the State Elimination of Sex Discrimination Project Coordinator, phone no. 304-558-7867; or to the U.S. Department of Education's Director of the Office for Civil Rights, phone no. (215) 596-6795."