Special Education Teacher- Intellectual Disabilities, 200 days

T. A. LOWERY ELEMENTARY; Shenandoah Junction (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County Schools at T. A. Lowery Elementary in Shenandoah Junction, WV is seeking a Special Education Teacher- Intellectual Disabilities.

The role requires creating and delivering instruction aligned with WV standards, developing IEPs, and promoting student growth under WV policies. The position is exempt, 200-day minimum annually, with salary per the Jefferson County Teacher Salary Schedule and commensurate with experience and education.

Qualifications

• Valid teaching certificate licensing the individual to teach in the specializations and grade levels.
• Criminal background check conducted.
• Meet the qualifications outlined in WV Code §18A-3-2a.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement Jefferson County Schools’ curriculum based on WV Content Standards and Objectives.
• Develop and implements Individual Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with Policy 2419.
• Implement adopted and supplemental academic programs.
• Incorporate 21st Century technology skills into instruction.
• Monitor student progress towards instructional objectives and goals on the IEPs.
• Plan and implement designated co-curricular activities and/or programs at the school.
• Administer approved formative assessments.
• Plan and implement tiered instruction for reading and Math.
• Maintain professional work habits and adhere to the Teacher Code of Conduct.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Jefferson County Schools T. A. LOWERY ELEMENTARY - Shenandoah Junction, West Virginia Open in Google Maps

Special Education Teacher- Intellectual Disabilities, 200 days

Jefferson County Schools T. A. LOWERY ELEMENTARY - Shenandoah Junction, West Virginia Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5949909

Application Deadline: Oct 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

POSITION: Special Education Teacher- Intellectual Disabilities

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Principal

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

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

SALARY: Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-2, in accordance with Jefferson 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 JCBOE Evaluation Policy

JOB SUMMARY: Provide appropriate instruction, learning activities, and experiences that ensure the students meet the learning objectives and standards for the appropriate content and grade level.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for planning and implementing Jefferson County Schools’ curriculum based on WV Content Standards and Objectives

• Develops and implements Individual Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with Policy 2419

• Responsible for implementing adopted and supplemental academic programs

• Responsible for implementing 21ST Century technology skills

• Monitors student progress towards achieving instructional objectives and goals on the IEPs.

• 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

• Responsible for administering approved formative assessments

• Responsible for planning and implementing tiered instruction for reading and Math, where applicable.

• Strong working/communication skills with students, parents and peers

• Fosters a classroom climate conducive to learning.

• Meets professional responsibilities.

• Maintains professional work habits and adheres to the Teacher Code of Conduct.

Willing to implement any other programs designated by principal for school improvement o 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 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 performance. Most commonly, the educational setting is indoors with outdoor settings for recess and field trip activities. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate (20-60 dB). Exceptions include gymnasiums as well as vocational/ technical laboratories where the noise levels may be moderate to loud (60-90 dB).

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION:

A successful work history and a minimum of three supervisory references required for consideration.

Jefferson County Schools is bound by statute to recommend the most qualified applicants for position vacancies. In order to determine those qualifications as set forth by the West Virginia Code, we require all applicants to fill out an application, which includes supervisory references, and, in many instances, participate in interviews. Failure to provide references, negative references, and failing to participate in requested interviews may impact negatively a candidate's qualifications.

Applicants who have been dismissed or have had their contracts non-renewed for cause are not eligible for consideration. Applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration. Applicants must complete the entire application and provide all documents required. Failure to complete the application, provide requested items, or falsification of information will result in the application not being considered.

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

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Amy Loring
• 110 Mordington Avenue
• Charles Town
• West Virginia, Virginia 25414-1693
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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