Early Start Teacher

Southwestern Elementary; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwestern Elementary in Suffolk, Virginia, is seeking an Early Start Teacher to deliver foundational elementary instruction under the supervision of the School Principal.

The role requires a Virginia teaching license with an elementary education background, with responsibilities including lesson planning, classroom management, assessment, and parent communication. You will engage students across core subjects and collaborate on curriculum and student activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in elementary education or related field.
• Virginia teaching license with appropriate endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Establishes a flexible elementary grade program and class environment favorable to learning; teaches a broad range of subjects.
• Develops lesson plans and uses instructional materials; translates plans into learning experiences.
• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, and other subjects as per approved course of study.
• Evaluates student growth and maintains records; communicates with parents.
• Participates in curriculum development, committees, and student activities.

Skills

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education

Job description

Early Start Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5968278

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 3, 2026

Job Description

POSITION TITLE

2610 ELEMENTARY TEACHER

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

Performs difficult professional work providing a broad range of teaching services, assisting students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed as a foundation for future learning in accordance with each student's ability; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the School Principal.

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. Some teaching specialties (i.e. music, art, physical education, etc.) may require hearing, vision, physical coordination and/or exertion and effort in excess of those listed above.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge or skills associated with

• Establishing a flexible elementary grade program and class environment favorable to learning; teaching a broad range of subjects; motivating students to achieve maximum potential.
• Develops lesson plans and use of instructional materials;
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences;
• Integrates subject area content and technology;
• Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district;
• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, music and other subjects based on approved course of study;
• Establishes and maintains standard of behavior;
• Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, prepares progress reports and report cards; submits all documents in timely manner;
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means;
• Identifies student needs, assists with assessment of needs and requests special services as necessary;
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education and self-selected professional growth activities;
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional materials;
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with established procedures;
• Participates in curriculum development programs, faculty committees and student activity sponsorship as required;
• Participates in child study, Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP) meetings;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of elementary education principles, practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching; thorough knowledge of school division rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and parents; ability to operate a personal computer.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in elementary education or an acceptable related field.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Eligible for a Virginia teaching license with appropriate endorsement.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

AA/EOE STATEMENT

This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or national origin.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $60,000 to $95,972 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• School Administrative Offices
• Suffolk, Virginia 23434
• Phone: [phone]