Pre K Special Needs Teacher 2026-2027

Kanawha County School District; Charleston (WV); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 58.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Kanawha County Public Schools Kenna Elementary in Charleston, West Virginia seeks a Pre K Special Needs Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The teacher will provide standards-based instruction, implement adopted curricula, and collaborate with special education staff to support individualized learning.

A valid WV teaching certificate for Special Education is required. The role emphasizes strong communication with students and families and effective classroom management, under the supervision

Qualifikationen

• Valid WV teaching certificate for Special Education.
• Criminal background check as per WV requirements.
• Meet WV Code §18A-3-2a qualifications.

Aufgaben

• Provide instruction aligned to WV Content Standards and Objectives.
• Implement adopted and supplemental academic programs.
• Collaborate with special education staff to support IEPs and personalized learning.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Classroom management

Ausbildung

Teaching certificate

Jobbeschreibung

Pre K Special Needs Teacher 2026-2027

Kanawha County Public Schools Kenna Elementary - Charleston, West Virginia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5968820

Application Deadline: Oct 28, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Oct 22, 2026 7:01 PM (UTC)

Job Description

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Principal

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

EMPLOYMENT TERM: Minimum 200 days annually, pursuant to WV Code §18-5-45; extended employment terms may be established by KCSBOE.

SALARY: Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-2, in accordance with Kanawha 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 KCS G48A.

JOB SUMMARY: Provide appropriate instruction to elementary students and insure that the students meet the learning objectives and standards for the appropriate grade level.

• Responsible for planning and implementing Kanawha County Schools' standards-based curriculum based on WV Content Standards and Objectives.
• Responsible for implementing adopted and supplemental academic programs.
• Responsible for implementing 21ST Century technology skills.
• Responsible for planning and implementing collaborative model with special education students and teachers.
• May be responsible for planning & implementing designated co-curricular activities and/or programs at the school such as curricular fairs, awards programs and field trips
• Be accountable for individual student achievement.
• Responsible for planning and implementing personalized learning for all students.
• Strong working/communication skills with students, parents and peers.
• Willing to implement any other programs designated by principal for school improvement.
• Responsible for maintaining classroom control.
• 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.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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 10 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 with outdoor settings for recess and field trip activities.

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.

Position Type: Full-time

Contact Information

• Carol Hamric
• 200 Elizabeth Street
• Charleston, West Virginia 25311
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]