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West Virginia Department of Education Hiring for Elementary Teacher, Extra Support Program, full time, day employment term, Lumberport Elementary at Charleston, WV Full Time
- 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.
- Bases instruction on adopted curricula for the school.
- Demonstrates accurate and current knowledge in subject field.
- Develops appropriate lessons to teach instructional objectives.
- Employs a variety of instructional strategies to augment achievement.
- Utilizes content scope and sequence in planning.
- Follows established school discipline procedures which include the WV Student Code of Conduct.
- Establishes procedures and rules that enhance learning.
- Encourages students’ attendance.
- Sets high positive expectations for student performance.
- Encourages and acknowledges individual student’s accomplishments and appropriate behavior.
- Treats students in a fair and equitable manner.
- Accommodates individual learning differences.
- Creates and maintains an environment that supports learning.
- Communicate with parents.
- Prepares and implements lesson plans.
- Begins lesson or instructional activity with a review of previous material as appropriate.
- Has materials, supplies and equipment 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 oofeach instructional activity.
- Presents reading, writing, speaking and listening strategies using concepts and language which students understand.
- Provides relevant examples and demonstrations to illustrate concepts and skills.
- Assigns developmentally appropriate tasks.
- Provides instructional pacing that ensures student understanding.
- Maximizes student time-on-task.
- Makes effective transitions between instructional activities.
- Summarizes the main point(s) of the instructional activity.
- Encourages students to express ideas clearly and accurately.
- 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 the state adopted instructional goals and objectives.
- Integrates a variety of technology applications and learning tools to augment student achievement.
- Follows grading policies and regulations.
- Maintains accurate and complete student records.
- Monitors and evaluates students’ progress.
- Provides feedback on student work.
- Monitors student attendance
- 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.
- 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 s, grades, records, and in ing to work.
- Performs assigned duties.
- Strives to meet county/school goals.
- Commands respect by example in appearance, manners, behavior, and language.
JobID: 3978
Position Type:
Elementary Teaching/Elementary Teacher
Date Posted:
6/30/2023
Location:
Lumberport Elementary School
County:
Harrison County Schools – website
TITLE: Elementary Teacher
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Principal
SELECTION: The position is filled by the Board of Education upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.
SALARY: Based on teacher’s salary schedule, certification and experience
EMPLOYMENT: 200 days
QUALIFICATIONS: The successful applicant for this position must possess and/or show evidence of the following:
FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
1. Programs of Study:
Definition:
Provides a curricula required by the State of West Virginia
2. Classroom Climate:
Definition:
Provides an atmosphere conducive to learning consistent with school/county mission.
3. Instructional Management Systems:
Definition:
Organizes teaching strategies to maximize the use of allocated instructional time to increase student learning.
4. Student Progress:
Definition:
Gathers stores and monitors data related to student learning for use in assessing progress toward achieving the instructional objectives.
5. Communication:
Definition:
Communicates with students, parents, educational personnel and others. Utilizes standard grammar, listening skills, and clarity in the presentation of ideas.
6. Professional Work Habits:
Definition:
Demonstrates behavior which reflects established professional responsibilities (i.e., attendance, punctuality, and verbal/nonverbal communication).
Revised: September, 1999