Job Description

JobID: 56244

Position Type:

Elementary Teaching/Elementary Teacher

Date Posted:

12/3/2025

Location:

Mountaineer Elementary School

County:

Harrison County Schools

TITLE: Elementary Teacher


IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Principal


SELECTION: The position is filled by the Board of Education upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.


SALARY: Salary based on experience and education level per CBOE salary schedule, plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation. Harrison County Professional Salary Schedule


EMPLOYMENT: 200 days


QUALIFICATIONS: The successful applicant for this position must possess and/or show evidence of the following:


+ Valid West Virginia Certificate in the area for which applying.



+ Strong academic background.



+ Demonstrates the ability to create a stimulating and motivating environment for children.



+ Knowledge of how to use a variety of teaching strategies to effectively teach students with varying levels of ability in the subject matter to be taught.



+ Ability to communicate effectively through clear, concise writing, free of spelling and grammatical errors, and through articulate verbal skills.



+ Proven ability to effectively deal with students of various abilities and proficiency in planning lessons to meet their needs.



+ Ability to understand and interpret test data in order to improve learning, confidence and morale of students.



+ Demonstrate knowledge of Effective School Research as it applies to the position for which applying.



+ Ability to maintain a cooperative working relationship with administration, staff, students and public.



+ Knowledge of the concepts contained in the curriculum of the particular subject matter to be taught.



+ Exhibits an understanding of principles needed to obtain positive classroom student behavior.



+ Knowledge and/or experience working with computers.



+ Ability to create a stimulating and motivating environment for students.



+ A combination of training and/or experience which would lead to successful employment in the area for which applying.



+ Any alterations to the aforementioned qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.




FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

1. Programs of Study:

Definition:

Provides a curricula required by the State of West Virginia

+ Bases instruction on adopted curricula for the school.


+ Demonstrates accurate and current knowledge in subject field.


+ Develops appropriate lessons to teach instructional objectives.


+ Employs a variety of instructional strategies to augment achievement.


+ Utilizes content scope and sequence in planning.


2. Classroom Climate:

Definition:

Provides an atmosphere conducive to learning consistent with school/county mission.

+ Follows established school discipline procedures which include the WV Student Code of Conduct.


+ Establishes procedures and rules that enhance learning.


+ Encourages students' attendance.


+ Sets high positive expectations for student performance.


+ Encourages and acknowledges individual student's accomplishments and appropriate behavior.


+ Treats students in a fair and equitable manner.


+ Accommodates individual learning differences.


+ Creates and maintains an environment that supports learning.


+ Communicate with parents.




3. Instructional Management Systems:

Definition:

Organizes teaching strategies to maximize the use of allocated instructional time to increase student learning.

+ Prepares and implements lesson plans.


+ Begins lesson or instructional activity with a review of previous material as appropriate.


+ Has materials, supplies and equipment ready at the start of the lesson or instructional activity.


+ Introduces the instructional activity and specifies instructional objectives.


+ Directs and adequately supervises students to be on task quickly at the beginning oofeach instructional activity.


+ Presents reading, writing, speaking and listening strategies using concepts and language which students understand.


+ Provides relevant examples and demonstrations to illustrate concepts and skills.


+ Assigns developmentally appropriate tasks.


+ Provides instructional pacing that ensures student understanding.


+ Maximizes student time-on-task.


+ Makes effective transitions between instructional activities.


+ Summarizes the main point(s) of the instructional activity.


+ Encourages students to express ideas clearly and accurately.


+ Incorporates higher level thinking skills.


+ Assists students to develop productive work habits and study skills, enabling communication with parents as needed.


+ Provides remediation activities for students.


+ Designs, delivers, and assesses student learning activities addressing the state adopted instructional goals and objectives.


+ Integrates a variety of technology applications and learning tools to augment student achievement.


4. Student Progress:

Definition:

Gathers stores and monitors data related to student learning for use in assessing progress toward achieving the instructional objectives.

+ Follows grading policies and regulations.


+ Maintains accurate and complete student records.


+ Monitors and evaluates students' progress.


+ Provides feedback on student work.


+ Monitors student attendance


5. Communication:

Definition:

Communicates with students, parents, educational personnel and others. Utilizes standard grammar, listening skills, and clarity in the presentation of ideas.

+ Communicates student progress according to established procedures and policies.


+ Communicates regularly and effectively with students, co-workers, parents/guardians, and the community, and exhibits appropriate interactive skills.


+ Follows confidentiality procedures regarding students, parents/guardians, and fellow staff members.


+ Speaks and writes standard English clearly, correctly and distinctly.


+ Determines and utilizes appropriate community resources.




6. Professional Work Habits:

Definition:

Demonstrates behavior which reflects established professional responsibilities (i.e., attendance, punctuality, and verbal/nonverbal communication).

+ Adheres to established laws, policies, rules and regulations.


+ Interacts appropriately with other students, educational personnel and parents.


+ Participates in activities which foster professional growth.


+ Is punctual with reports, grades, records, and in reporting to work.


+ Performs assigned duties.


+ Strives to meet county/school goals.


+ Commands respect by example in appearance, manners, behavior, and language.




Revised: September, 1999