Licensed Elementary Teacher — $5K Sign-On Bonus (Title I)

Hampton; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Hampton City Schools are seeking a licensed Elementary Teacher for the 2027-2028 SY. This full-time position offers a 10-month contract with placement based on the 2026-2027 salary scale, ranging from $59,000 to $101,105 depending on credentials and experience. A $5,000 sign-on is available for eligible candidates at Title I schools with a 2-year commitment.

Start date is August 2027. Associate teachers may be considered based on division needs; associate salary is a flat $45,000.

Qualifications

• Must possess or be eligible for a Collegiate Professional, Postgraduate Professional, or Provisional license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia with an endorsement to teach at the assigned grade level.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and human relations skills.
• Good knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials, and equipment of elementary level instruction.
• Ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of children.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements an instructional program that provides appropriate learning experiences for each student.
• Collaborates within a professional learning community to nurture and sustain a school culture and instructional program conducive to accelerated student achievement.
• Assesses student achievement and maintains appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for reporting.
• Manages the behavior of learners to provide a conducive learning environment and supports behavior management.
• Coordinates instructional activities and collaborates with other professional staff to maximize learning opportunities.
• Participates in professional development activities and staff meetings.
• Provides continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of progress.
• Communicates with students, parents, professionals, and support personnel to share information and encourage involvement.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Classroom management

Curriculum knowledge

Education

Virginia teaching license or eligibility

Job description

Hampton City Schools are seeking a licensed Elementary Teacher for the 2027-2028 SY. This full-time position offers a 10-month contract with placement based on the 2026-2027 salary scale, ranging from $59,000 to $101,105 depending on credentials and experience. A $5,000 sign-on is available for eligible candidates at Title I schools with a 2-year commitment.

Start date is August 2027. Associate teachers may be considered based on division needs; associate salary is a flat $45,000.