1.0 Fifth Grade Teacher, full time, 200 day employment term, West Milford

West Virginia K-12 Jobs•West Milford, WV

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, 200-day employment term position for a Fifth Grade Teacher at West Milford Elementary School in Harrison County. The selection process involves a recommendation from the Superintendent of Schools and approval by the Board of Education. The salary is based on experience and education level according to the CBOE salary schedule, with competitive benefits representing approximately 35% of direct compensation.

Requirements

Valid West Virginia Certificate in the area for which applying.
Strong academic background.
Demonstrates the ability to create a stimulating and motivating environment for children.
Knowledge of how to use a variety of teaching strategies to effectively teach students with varying levels of ability in the subject matter to be taught.
Ability to communicate effectively through clear, concise writing, free of spelling and grammatical errors, and through articulate verbal skills.
Proven ability to effectively deal with students of various abilities and proficiency in planning lessons to meet their needs.
Ability to understand and interpret test data in order to improve learning, confidence, and morale of students.
Demonstrate knowledge of Effective School Research as it applies to the position for which applying.
Ability to maintain a cooperative working relationship with administration, staff, students, and public.
Knowledge of the concepts contained in the curriculum of the particular subject matter to be taught.
Exhibits an understanding of principles needed to obtain positive classroom student behavior.
Knowledge and/or experience working with computers.
Ability to create a stimulating and motivating environment for students.
A combination of training and/or experience which would lead to successful employment in the area for which applying.

Responsibilities

Provides a curricula required by the State of West Virginia, basing instruction on adopted curricula and demonstrating accurate and current knowledge in the subject field.
Develops appropriate lessons to teach instructional objectives and employs a variety of instructional strategies to augment achievement.
Utilizes content scope and sequence in planning.
Provides an atmosphere conducive to learning consistent with school/county mission.
Follows established school discipline procedures, including the WV Student Code of Conduct.
Establishes procedures and rules that enhance learning and encourages students' attendance.
Sets high positive expectations for student performance and encourages/acknowledges individual student's accomplishments and appropriate behavior.
Treats students in a fair and equitable manner and accommodates individual learning differences.
Creates and maintains an environment that supports learning and communicates with parents.
Organizes teaching strategies to maximize the use of allocated instructional time to increase student learning.
Prepares and implements lesson plans, beginning with a review of previous material as appropriate.
Ensures materials, supplies, and equipment are ready at the start of the lesson or instructional activity.
Introduces the instructional activity and specifies instructional objectives.
Directs and adequately supervises students to be on task quickly at the beginning of each instructional activity.
Presents reading, writing, speaking, and listening strategies using concepts and language that students understand.
Provides relevant examples and demonstrations to illustrate concepts and skills.
Assigns developmentally appropriate tasks and provides instructional pacing that ensures student understanding.
Maximizes student time-on-task and makes effective transitions between instructional activities.
Summarizes the main point(s) of the instructional activity and encourages students to express ideas clearly and accurately.
Incorporates higher-level thinking skills and assists students to develop productive work habits and study skills.
Provides remediation activities for students.
Designs, delivers, and assesses student learning activities addressing state-adopted instructional goals and objectives.
Integrates a variety of technology applications and learning tools to augment student achievement.
Gathers, stores, and monitors data related to student learning for use in assessing progress toward achieving instructional objectives.
Follows grading policies and regulations and maintains accurate and complete student records.
Monitors and evaluates students' progress and provides feedback on student work.
Monitors student attendance.
Communicates with students, parents, educational personnel, and others.
Utilizes standard grammar, listening skills, and clarity in the presentation of ideas.
Communicates student progress according to established procedures and policies.
Communicates regularly and effectively with students, co-workers, parents/guardians, and the community, exhibiting appropriate interactive skills.
Follows confidentiality procedures regarding students, parents/guardians, and fellow staff members.
Speaks and writes standard English clearly, correctly, and distinctly.
Determines and utilizes appropriate community resources.
Demonstrates behavior which reflects established professional responsibilities (i.e., attendance, punctuality, and verbal/nonverbal communication).
Adheres to established laws, policies, rules, and regulations.
Interacts appropriately with other students, educational personnel, and parents.
Participates in activities which foster professional growth.
Is punctual with reports, grades, records, and in reporting to work.
Performs assigned duties and strives to meet county/school goals.
Commands respect by example in appearance, manners, behavior, and language.