Early Childhood Educator

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Elementary School Teacher to join our team at West Virginia Department of Education. As a key member of our educational community, you will play a vital role in shaping the minds of our future generations.

• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that cater to the diverse needs of our students.
• Utilize technology to enhance the teaching and learning experience.
• Deliver high-quality instruction to all students, ensuring they meet the learning objectives and standards for their grade level.
• Prepare lessons that accommodate different learning styles and needs.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the West Virginia Department of Education and board policies.
• Conduct assessments of student learning styles and use results to support school-wide academic performance goals and instructional activities.
• Collaborate with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students.
• Work with other staff members to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aides and volunteers.
• Help students analyze and improve their study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formative and informative testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Maintain a positive role model for students.
• Support the mission of the school district.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with West Virginia Board of Education Policy 4373 and the student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve Standards of Practice for self and colleagues.
• Keep informed and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Adhere to the Employee Code of Conduct as outlined in Morgan County School's Policy 3210.

• Valid teaching certificate licensing the individual to teach in the specialization 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.
• Meets the qualifications outlined in WV Code §18A-3-2a.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Most commonly, the educational setting is indoors. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate dB.

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.