Art/CTE Teacher (GBEMS)

West Virginia K-12 Jobs; Green Bank (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Bank Elementary Middle School in Green Bank, WV seeks an experienced Middle School Teaching/Secondary Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The position is exempt with professional classification under WVBE policies.

The teacher will plan standards-based instruction, assess learning, and differentiate for diverse learners while collaborating with staff to support student growth. The role follows Pocahontas County Schools policies and 200-day academic-year terms.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in education or an appropriate content area.
• Valid West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement(s) for the position
• Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18A-3-10

Responsibilities

• Plans and delivers standards-based instruction aligned with WV standards.
• Assesses student learning using formative and summative measures.
• Provides differentiated instruction and accommodations for diverse learners.
• Maintains a safe, respectful, and engaging classroom environment.
• Communicates with families and collaborates with colleagues and specialists.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Assessment design

Differentiated instruction

Student engagement

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or content area

WV Professional Teaching Certificate

Criminal background check

Job description

Green Bank Elementary Middle School - Position Details

Green Bank Elementary Middle School is seeking an experienced Middle School Teaching/Secondary Education Teacher to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year. We value student achievement, collaboration, and professionalism. The position is exempt and part of the professional classification under West Virginia Board of Education policies.

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Secondary Education Teacher
• Date Posted: 9/3/2026
• Location: Green Bank Elementary-Middle School

LOCATION:

Green Bank Elementary Middle School

CLASSIFICATION:

Professional

EVALUATION:

Evaluations conducted as defined in West Virginia Board of Education Policy 5310 and PCBOE Policy 3220.

FLSA STATUS:

Exempt

SAFETY? SALARY:

Based on experience and education level per Pocahontas County Schools salary schedule. See pocahontascountyschoolswv.sites.thrillshare.com for pay scales and benefits information.

Term of employment:

Upon Board approval for the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year. Thereafter, the position shall be 200 days each academic year (July 1 through June 30). In accordance with West Virginia Code §18A-2-7b, Pocahontas County Schools will be implementing the "Stay Put Rule." The WV Legislature has determined that frequent teacher changes—especially in elementary grades—are not in the best interest of students. As a result, the Legislature intends to minimize personnel transfers between professional positions within the 20 days leading up to the start of the instructional term. However, the county board, based on the superintendent's recommendation, may approve filling a position during this period if it is deemed to serve the best interest of the students.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Pursuant to WV Code §18A-1-1:

"Classroom teacher" means a professional educator who has a direct instructional or counseling relationship with students and who spends the majority of his or her time in that capacity.

A classroom teacher responsible for providing high-quality instruction that promotes student achievement and growth. The teacher develops and delivers standards-based instruction aligned with the West Virginia College- and Career-Readiness Standards, creates and maintains a safe and engaging learning environment, and supports students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development. The teacher may be assigned to teach courses consistent with the employee's certification and the instructional needs of Pocahontas County Schools.

The teacher performs duties consistent with the expectations of a professional educator as defined by West Virginia Code, West Virginia Board of Education policy, and Pocahontas County Board of Education policy.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in education or an appropriate content area.
• Valid West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement(s) for the assigned position
• Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18A-3-10

ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants with recent unsatisfactory evaluations, documented performance deficiencies, or a history of unsatisfactory job performance will not be considered eligible for consideration.
• Applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration
• Applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration.
• Applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning and Preparation

• Demonstrating Knowledge: Demonstrates current and thorough knowledge of assigned content, curriculum, instructional best practices, and applicable state standards. Understands how students learn and develops instruction appropriate to various developmental levels.
• Designing Instruction: Develops and implements engaging, standards-based instruction that promotes critical thinking, problem-solving, student engagement, and the application of learning. Selects appropriate instructional resources, technology, and learning experiences to support student achievement.
• Assessing Student Learning: Designs and implements formative and summative assessments aligned with learning objectives. Uses assessment data to monitor progress, provide feedback, and inform instructional decisions.

Understanding Students

Demonstrates knowledge of students' individual strengths, interests, learning styles, cultural backgrounds, and academic needs to provide differentiated instruction and appropriate accommodations or modifications.

• Creating a Respectful Culture: Establishes positive relationships with students and creates a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment conducive to academic success and scientific exploration.
• Managing Student Behavior: Maintains clear expectations and procedures that promote responsible behavior, student engagement, and a productive learning environment.
• Organizing the Learning Environment: Maintains an organized classroom environment that supports learning, ensures accessibility of materials, and complies with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Ensuring Safety: Implements and enforces appropriate safety procedures consistent with district, state, and federal guidelines.

Instruction

• Engaging Students in Learning: Utilizes a variety of evidence-based instructional strategies, learning experiences, and appropriate technologies to engage students in meaningful learning.
• Communicating Clearly: Provides accurate, coherent, and effective instruction with clear expectations and directions. Uses questioning, discussion, and active listening techniques to support student understanding.
• Providing Timely Feedback: Offers specific, constructive, and timely feedback to students regarding academic performance and progress toward learning goals.
• Demonstrating Flexibility: Adjusts instructional methods, pacing, and resources to meet student needs and respond to assessment results and classroom dynamics.

Professional Responsibilities

• Reflecting on Teaching: Continuously evaluates instructional effectiveness and student outcomes to improve teaching practices and student achievement.
• Collaborating with Colleagues: Works cooperatively with administrators, teachers, counselors, interventionists, special education personnel, and other staff to support student success and school improvement initiatives.
• Communicating with Families: Maintains regular, professional communication with parents and guardians regarding academic progress, student needs, and classroom activities.
• Participating in the School Community: Contributes positively to the school culture through attendance at meetings, participation in committees, supervision duties, extracurricular activities, and other assigned responsibilities.
• Demonstrating Professionalism: Adheres to West Virginia Code, WVBE policies, county policies, ethical standards, and professional expectations. Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates reliability, punctuality, and sound professional judgment.
• Engaging in Professional Development: Participates in ongoing professional learning to maintain content knowledge, instructional effectiveness, technology skills, and awareness of current educational research and practices.
• Supporting Student Success: Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to implement accommodations, interventions, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Section 504 plans, and other support services as appropriate.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervising Students: Provides appropriate supervision of students during instructional and non-instructional periods, school activities, field experiences, and other assigned settings to promote student safety and well-being.
• Contributing to Student Activities: Supports student engagement through participation in extracurricular activities, student organizations, academic competitions, and other school-sponsored programs as assigned.

Performing Assigned Responsibilities

Carries out other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal, Superintendent, or designee in support of the educational mission of Pocahontas County Schools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the 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 repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 5 0 pounds of materials. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such 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 other staff members.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Pocahontas County Schools will grant equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, or handicap, and there will be no discrimination based on these factors in the salary, promotion, demotion, or termination of any employee. Any discrimination concerns should be directed in writing to the Personnel Director, Pocahontas County Schools, 404 Old Buckeye Rd, Buckeye, WV 24924.