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Vision Impaired Teacher for the Summer ESY Program

Young World Physical Education, Charles Town, WV, United States


Vision Impaired Teacher for the Summer ESY Program
Jefferson County Schools Central Office – Special Ed – Charles Town, West Virginia

Job Details
Job ID:

5655665

Application Deadline:

May 04, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Apr 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Jul 10, 2026

Job Description
POSITION:

Vision Impaired Teacher for the Summer ESY Program (as needed)

EMPLOYMENT TERM:

The Summer ESY program will be Monday–Friday. Half days, three hours of instruction and half day for staff. The successful applicant will be able to work the days the program is in operation.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:

Program Director/Site Supervisor

SALARY:

Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-2, in accordance with Jefferson County Professional Salary Schedule, commensurate with experience and education level

FLSA STATUS:

Exempt

JOB SUMMARY:

Provide appropriate services to students and ensure that each student's educational plans are being followed for the program dates July 10, 2026 – July 24, 2026. Prep days: July 10, 2026 and July 24, 2026.

Performance Responsibilities

Respond to students' questions with explanations

Utilize courses of study, IEP objectives, and professional manuals currently available in appropriate areas

Be knowledgeable of objectives for the students assigned

Develop daily lesson plans that address the IEP objectives

Demonstrate technical accuracy of presented subject matter

Develop long and short‑range goals for students' IEP

Obtain necessary medical background on each referral

Participate in SAT meetings as needed

Motivate students to become active participants in activities

Follow county discipline plan

Establish a good rapport with students

Exhibit mature judgment in dealing with students

Display self‑control

Provide the comfort and safety of students

Prepare thorough daily lesson plans for IEP objectives

Demonstrate appropriate use of instructional aides/tools

Demonstrate appropriate use of equipment

Use community resources effectively

Provide for individual differences of students

Encourage students to assume responsibility and be cooperative

Plan carefully to meet both long‑term and short‑term goals

Measure student progress in regard to mastery of IEP objectives in programs of study

Assess student accomplishments on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required

Accept and use innovative programs and methods

Maintain and upgrade professional skills through staff development, reading professional articles, advanced degrees, research, and professional association

Work cooperatively with administration

Attend staff meetings

Use discretion and consideration in speaking about school and colleagues

Submit reports with accuracy and promptness

Be punctual to work, student sessions, and meetings

Comply with school and county policies and regulations

Respect confidentiality of school records and related information

Demonstrate professional attitude by responding to suggestions and constructive criticism in a positive manner

Any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor

Qualifications
Valid West Virginia certification; criminal background check per WV Code; meet the qualifications outlined in WV Code § 108A-3-2a. The candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Physical Demands
Frequent reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, writing, talking, hearing, seeing, using technology such as computers and multimedia equipment, and repetitive motions. May lift and/or move at least 10 pounds. Close vision required to read handwritten or typed material and adjust focus.

Work Environment
Indoors with occasional outdoor settings. Noise level low to moderate (20‑60 dB), with higher levels in gymnasiums or vocational labs (60‑90 dB).

Position Type
Part‑time

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Matthew Wink, Assistant Superintendent of Special Programs

Central Office – Special Ed

Email: mwink@k12.wv.us

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