Anticipated Vacancy 2026-27: Elementary Teacher (K-2) - Riverheads Elementary Sc
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Anticipated Vacancy 2026-27: Elementary Teacher (K-2) - Riverheads Elementary School
Augusta County Public Schools, Riverheads Elementary School, 17 Howardsville Road, Staunton, VA 24401
Starting Date:
Jul 1, 2026
Job Description
Teaches elementary school students academic, social, and motor skills by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reliable attendance and prompt arrival time
Prepares course objectives and outline for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of state and school
Lectures, demonstrates, and uses audiovisual teaching aids to present subject matter to class
Prepares, administers, and corrects tests, and records results
Assigns lessons, corrects papers, and hears oral presentations
Teaches rules of conduct
Maintains order in classroom and on playground
Maintains a safe environment for children at all times
Counsels pupils when adjustment and academic problems arise
Discusses pupils' academic and behavioral attitudes and achievements with parents
Keeps attendance and grade records as required by school
Coordinates class field trips
Works cooperatively with the total staff
Assumes responsibility for the care of materials, equipment, and facilities
Assumes responsibility for a neat, safe environment for students committed to their care
Practice and promote positive interaction with and among students
Encourages self‑direction and self‑motivation in students
Demonstrates knowledge of the subject being taught
Exhibits evidence of effective lesson plans
Utilizes a variety of appropriate materials and resources
Other duties assigned by principal
QUALIFICATIONS
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.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four‑year accredited college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid certification to meet State requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned. Applicant who has had teaching experience must have an acceptable rating for such teaching.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel; also reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus. Evidence of fitness to teach from the standpoint of health may be required from a qualified physician.
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. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of personnel.
Reports To:
Principal
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Position Type:
Full‑Time
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Augusta County Public Schools, Riverheads Elementary School, 17 Howardsville Road, Staunton, VA 24401
Starting Date:
Jul 1, 2026
Job Description
Teaches elementary school students academic, social, and motor skills by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reliable attendance and prompt arrival time
Prepares course objectives and outline for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of state and school
Lectures, demonstrates, and uses audiovisual teaching aids to present subject matter to class
Prepares, administers, and corrects tests, and records results
Assigns lessons, corrects papers, and hears oral presentations
Teaches rules of conduct
Maintains order in classroom and on playground
Maintains a safe environment for children at all times
Counsels pupils when adjustment and academic problems arise
Discusses pupils' academic and behavioral attitudes and achievements with parents
Keeps attendance and grade records as required by school
Coordinates class field trips
Works cooperatively with the total staff
Assumes responsibility for the care of materials, equipment, and facilities
Assumes responsibility for a neat, safe environment for students committed to their care
Practice and promote positive interaction with and among students
Encourages self‑direction and self‑motivation in students
Demonstrates knowledge of the subject being taught
Exhibits evidence of effective lesson plans
Utilizes a variety of appropriate materials and resources
Other duties assigned by principal
QUALIFICATIONS
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.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four‑year accredited college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid certification to meet State requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned. Applicant who has had teaching experience must have an acceptable rating for such teaching.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel; also reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus. Evidence of fitness to teach from the standpoint of health may be required from a qualified physician.
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. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of personnel.
Reports To:
Principal
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Position Type:
Full‑Time
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