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Elementary Teacher, Second Grade P26-206-3

West Virginia K-12 Jobs, Glenville, WV, United States


Elementary Teacher, Second Grade P26-206-3 JobID: 62714
Position Information

Position Type: Elementary Teaching/ Elementary Classroom Teacher
Date Posted: 4/23/2026
Location: Gilmer County Elementary School
EMPLOYMENT TERM: 2026-2027 School Year, 200 days
QUALIFICATIONS: West Virginia Certification in Elementary Education K-6.
REPORTS TO: School Principal or Principal's Designee
Salary based on experience and education level per state salary schedule plus competitive benefits package
equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation.
Classroom Teachers' Responsibilities

I. The teacher shall implement the programs of study.
A. Bases instruction on adopted curricula for the school.
B. Demonstrates accurate and current knowledge in subject field.
C. Develops appropriate lessons to teach instructional objectives.
D. Employs a variety of instructional strategies to augment achievement.
E. Uses content scope and sequence in planning.
II. The teacher fosters a classroom climate conducive to learning.
A. Follows established school discipline procedures that include West Virginia Board of Education Policy 4373, Student Code of Conduct.
B. Establishes procedures and rules that enhance learning.
C. Encourages students' attendance.
D. Sets high positive expectations for student performance.
E. Encourages and acknowledges individual student accomplishments and appropriate behavior.
F. Treats students in a fair and equitable manner.
G. Accommodates individual learning differences.
H. Creates and maintains an environment that supports learning.
I. Communicates with parents.
III. The teacher utilizes instructional management systems models that increase student learning.
A. Prepares and implements lesson plans.
B. Begins lesson or instructional activity with a review of previous material as appropriate.
C. Has materials, supplies and equipment ready at the start of the lesson or instructional activity.
D. Introduces the instructional activity and specifies instructional objectives.
E. Directs and adequately supervises students to be on task quickly at the beginning of each instructional activity.
F. Presents reading, writing, speaking, and listening strategies using concepts and language that students understand.
G. Provides relevant examples and demonstrations to illustrate concepts and skills.
H. Assigns developmentally appropriate tasks.
I. Provides instructional pacing that ensures student understanding.
J. Maximizes student time‑on‑task.
K. Makes effective transitions between instructional activities.
L. Summarizes the main point(s) of the instructional activity.
M. Encourages students to express ideas clearly and accurately.
N. Incorporates higher level thinking skills.
O. Assists students to develop productive work habits and study skills, enabling communication with parents as needed.
P. Provides remediation activities for students.
Q. Designs, delivers, and assesses student learning activities addressing the state adopted instructional goals and objectives.
R. Integrates a variety of technology applications and learning tools to augment student achievement.
IV. The teacher monitors student progress towards mastery of instructional goals and objectives.
A. Gathers, stores, and monitors data related to student learning for use in assessing progress toward achieving the instructional objectives.
B. Follows grading policies and regulations.
C. Maintains accurate and complete student records.
D. Monitors and evaluates student progress.
E. Provides feedback on student work.
F. Monitors student attendance.
V. The teacher communicates effectively within the educational community, and with parents on a regular basis.
A. Communicates student progress according to established procedures and policies.
B. Communicates regularly and effectively with students, co-workers, parents/guardians, and the community, and exhibits appropriate interactive skills.
C. Follows confidentiality procedures regarding students, parents/guardians, and fellow staff members.
D. Speaks and writes standard English clearly, correctly, and distinctly.
E. Determines and utilizes appropriate community resources.
VI. The teacher meets professional responsibilities.
A. Adheres to established laws, policies, rules, and regulations.
B. Interacts appropriately with students, other educational personnel, and parents.
C. Participates in activities that foster professional growth.
D. Is punctual with reports, grades, records, and in reporting work.
E. Performs assigned duties.
F. Strives to meet county/school goals.
G. Commands respect by example in appearance, manners, behavior and language.
VII. The teacher demonstrates competency in the knowledge and implementation of technology standards.
A. Demonstrates a sound understanding of technology operations and concepts.
B. Plans and designs effective learning environments and experiences supported by technology.
C. Implements curriculum plans that include methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize student learning.
D. Applies technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation strategies.
E. Uses technology to enhance productivity and professional practice.
F. Understands the social, ethical, legal and human issues surrounding the use of technology in PreK-12 schools and applies that understanding in practice.
As required by federal law and regulations, the Gilmer County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, marital status, disability, age and national origin in employment and in the administration of its education programs or activities.
Inquiries may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Gilmer County Board of Education, 454 Vanhorn Drive, Glenville, WV 26351, phone 304-462-7386; to the Elimination of Sex Discrimination Program Coordinator 304-558-7864; or the US Department of Education's Director of the Office of Civil Rights 215-596-6795.

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