About The Position
This position is for a Substitute Teacher with Elementary Certification, or approved Substitute Certification, needed for a 3-5 Morning Program. The role is part-time, with a maximum of 22 hours per week, and is effective from September 2026 to May 2027 at West Milford Elementary School in Harrison County Schools. The position is filled by the Board of Education upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools. Salary is based on experience and education level per the CBOE salary schedule, plus a competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation. This is a 200-day employment position.
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.
- Any alterations to the aforementioned qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.
Responsibilities
- Provides curricula required by the State of West Virginia, basing instruction on adopted curricula for the school.
- Demonstrates accurate and current knowledge in subject field and develops appropriate lessons to teach instructional objectives.
- Employs a variety of instructional strategies to augment achievement and utilizes content scope and sequence in planning.
- Provides an atmosphere conducive to learning consistent with school/county mission.
- Follows established school discipline procedures which include 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 and 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 lessons 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 instructional activities 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 and assigns developmentally appropriate tasks.
- Provides instructional pacing that ensures student understanding and maximizes student time-on-task.
- Makes effective transitions between instructional activities and summarizes the main point(s) of the instructional activity.
- Encourages students to express ideas clearly and accurately and incorporates higher-level thinking skills.
- Assists students to develop productive work habits and study skills, enabling communication with parents as needed.
- 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, and exhibits 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.
- Strives to meet county/school goals.
- Commands respect by example in appearance, manners, behavior, and language.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
