027-220 Social Studies Teacher (Pending Board Approval)

West Virginia K-12 Jobs; Bath (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Morgan County Board of Education is seeking a Social Studies Teacher for high school with a valid WV teaching certificate. The role requires delivering rigorous instruction, planning lessons, and supporting student learning to meet state standards.

The position entails a 200-day minimum work year, potential for extended terms, and a competitive benefits package. Collaboration with staff and adherence to district policies are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid teaching certificate licensing the individual to teach Social Studies in WV.
• Criminal background check required under WV code.
• Meets WV Code qualifications for teachers.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements lesson plans meeting WV standards.
• Delivers rigorous instruction to all students.
• Plans and supervises assignments of aides and volunteers.
• Establishes and maintains communications with parents and staff.
• Maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Takes precautions to protect students and property.
• Contributes to extracurricular activities as assigned.

Skills

Lesson planning

Technology integration

Student engagement

Classroom management

Education

Teaching certificate (WV)

Job description

027-220 Social Studies Teacher (Pending Board Approval) JobID: 73191

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/ Social Studies

1. Valid teaching certificate licensing the individual to teach in the specialization and grade
levels, pursuant to WV Code §18A-3-2;
2. Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c and/or §18A-3-10, as appropriate; and
3. Meets the qualifications outlined in WV Code §18A-3-2a

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the
workplace. Alcohol and controlled substance which affects employee productivity, safety or
judgment in the workplace will not be tolerated.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Minimum 200 days annually, pursuant to WV Code §18-5-45;
extended employment terms may be established by the MorganCounty Board of Education

SALARY

Salarybased on experience and education level per MCBOEsalaryschedule plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation.

EVALUATION Performance in this position will be evaluated by the building
principal/immediate supervisor and in accordance with WV State
Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5310 and Morgan
County Board of Education Evaluation Policy.

JOB SUMMARY Provide appropriate instruction to students and insure that the students meet the learning objectives and standards for the appropriate grade level.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Develops and implements lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of WV College and
   Career Readiness, district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation
   as required;
2. Uses 21st Century Technology skills to strengthen the teaching/learning process;
3. Delivers rigorous instruction to all students;
4. Prepares lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles;
5. Presents subject matter according to guidelines established by WVDE and board
   policies, and administrative regulations;
6. Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and
   equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students
   assigned;
7. Conducts assessment of student learning styles and uses results to support school-wide
   academic performance goals and instructional activities;
8. Works cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for
   special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education
   Plans (IEP);
9. Works with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and
   methods according to district requirements;
10. Plans and supervises assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s);
11. Helps students analyze and improve study methods and habits;
12. Conducts ongoing assessment of student achievement through formative and informative
    testing;
13. Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsors, plans and
    implements co-curricular activities/programs, such as curricular fairs, awards programs,
    and/or field trips as designated by the principal;
14. Maintains positive role model for students;
15. Supports mission of school district;
16. Creates classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical,
    social and emotional development of students;
17. Manages student behavior in accordance with WV Board of Education Policy 4373
    (Expected Behavior in Safe and Supportive Schools) and student handbook;
18. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment,
    materials and facilities;
19. Establishes and maintains open communication by conducting conferences with
    parents, students, principals and teachers to support student learning;
20. Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community
    members;
21. Uses effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly;
22. Participates in staff development activities to improve Standards of Practice for self and
    colleagues;
23. Keeps informed and complies with state, district and school regulations and policies for
    classroom teachers;
24. Compiles, maintains and files all physical and computerized reports, records and other
    documents required;
25. Attends and participates in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required;
26. Adheres to Employee Code of Conduct as outlined in Morgan County School's Policy
    3210; and
27. Performs other duties deemed appropriate and assigned by the Superintendent and/or
    immediate supervisor(s).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performingthe duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write,talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multimedia equipment, and use repetitivemotions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or moveat least 10 pounds of materials. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close visionsuch as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the
individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and otherstaff members.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employeeencounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations maybe made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Most commonly,the educational setting is indoors. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate (20-60 dB).
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 maybe assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.