Mentor - 5th Grade

LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; Hurricane (WV); On-site; USD 1,000 - 3,000; Part time

Job summary

Lakeside Elementary School in Hurricane, WV seeks a Mentor Teacher for 5th grade to support beginning teachers through observation, coaching, and collaborative planning. The role emphasizes effective classroom practices, student relationships, and ongoing professional growth within Putnam County Schools.

Participation in the WV Department of Education mentor program offers a stipend for the 2026-27 school year; starting date is immediate and applications close per district deadlines.

Qualifications

• Five years of teaching experience preferred.
• Willingness to participate in training programs and mentoring activities.
• Strong in-classroom management and collaboration with staff.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a formal beginning teacher assistance program.
• Assist new teachers with classroom techniques and student relationships.
• Conduct regular observations and conferences with mentors and interns.
• Maintain a log book and attend monthly support team meetings.

Skills

Teaching experience

Mentoring

Program implementation

Education

Master's Degree in Education

Advanced training in teacher effectiveness

Job description

Putnam County Schools WV LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Hurricane, West Virginia Open in Google Maps

Mentor - 5th Grade

Putnam County Schools WV LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Hurricane, West Virginia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Putnam County Schools WV

Job Details

Job ID: 5892517

Application Deadline: Aug 26, 2026 4:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Aug 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

No person in the United States shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. Derek Pauley, Title IX Coordinator, 77 Courthouse Drive, Winfield, WV 25213, [phone] ext 1109.

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POSITION: Extracurricular Assignment

Mentor Teacher – 5th Grade

Evaluated by: Principal/Assistant Principal

LOCATION: Lakeside Elementary School

QUALIFICATIONS

• Five (5) Years Teaching Experience
• Must Participate In Training Program
• Master’s Degree And/Or Previous Advanced Training In Teacher Effectiveness
• Willingness To Assist New Teachers And Perform Assigned Responsibilities Such As:
• Regular Observations/Conferences
• Attendance At Monthly Support Team Meetings
• Completion Of A Log Book
• Ongoing Support And Assistance To New Employee
• Same Programmatic Level As Intern And Same Building Location If Possible

SALARY: The Mentor Shall Receive A Stipend Paid By The West Virginia Department Of Education.

LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT: 2026-27 School Year

JOB DESCRIPTION: Participate in a formal beginning teacher assistance program; help resolve problems of beginning teachers through assistance and support; classroom observation and follow-up conferences concerning teaching techniques, classroom management skills, improved relationships with students, etc.; assist with identifying goals and objectives; assist with self-evaluation of intern teacher

Effective Employment Date: 2026-27 School Year

Application Deadline: 4:00pm

Position Type: As Needed

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > After School Programs

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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