P270803 Science Teacher 6-8

West Virginia Department of Education; South Buckhannon (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia Department of Education seeks a Middle School Science teacher for Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School. The role requires delivering instruction aligned to grade-level standards and WV standards, with focus on student learning outcomes and standardized objectives.

The position emphasizes adherence to state requirements, collaboration with staff, and engagement in ongoing professional growth under 200 school days annually, with compensation commensurate with experience and education

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement the WV College and Career Readiness Standards and Objectives.
• Implement adopted and supplemental academic programs.
• Implement 21st Century Learning Skills and Technology Tools.
• Plan and implement collaborative models with special education students and teachers.
• May plan and implement designated co-curricular activities and field trips.
• Design standards driven instruction and use a balanced assessment approach to guide student learning.
• Provide personalized learning support for all students to address diverse learners.
• Maintain strong working/communication skills with students, parents and peers.
• Fulfill and demonstrate professional growth per WV standards and professional practice.

Education

Valid teaching certificate licensing the individual to teach in the specializations and grade levels

Job description

• Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching/ Science
  
• Date Posted:
  10/21/2026
  
• Location:
  Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School
  

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

EMPLOYMENT 200 days annually, pursuant to WV code § 18-5-45

SALARY: Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-2, in accordance with Upshur County Teacher Salary Schedule, commensurate with experience and education level

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 UCBOE Policy 5010

JOB SUMMARY: Provide appropriate instruction to middle school students and ensure that the students meet the learning objectives and standards for the appropriate grade level.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for planning and implementing the WV College and Career Readiness Standards and Objectives.
• Responsible for implementing adopted and supplemental academic programs.
• Responsible for implementing 21st Century Learning Skills and Technology Tools.
• Responsible for planning and implementing collaborative models with special education students and teachers.
• May be responsible for planning and implementing designated co-curricular activities and/or programs at the school such as curricular fairs, awards programs and field trips.
• Design standards driven instruction and use a balanced assessment approach to guide student learning.
• Responsible for planning and implementing support for personalized learning for all students to respond to the unique characteristics of learners.
• Strong working/communication skills with students, parents and peers.
• Willing to implement any other programs designated by principal, central office and WVDE for school improvement.
• Establish and maintain a safe and appropriate learning environment.
• Fulfill and demonstrate professional growth in the West Virginia High Quality Standards and improvement in professional practice.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the professional teaching standards.
• Includes supervisory and/or other duties as assigned by Principal.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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

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.

Required for ALL applicants.

\"As required by federal laws and regulation, the Upshur County Board of Education does not discriminate on the

programs and activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Upshur County Board of Education, 102 Smithfield Street, Buckhannon, West Virginia 26201, phone no. 304-472-5480; or to the Section 504 Coordinator, Upshur County Board of Education, 102 Smithfield Street, Buckhannon, West Virginia, 26201, phone no. 304-472-5480; to the State Elimination of Sex Discrimination Project Coordinator, phone no. 304-558-7867; or to the U.S. Department of Education's Director of the Office for Civil Rights, phone no. [phone].