Position Type:
Elementary Teaching/Elementary Classroom Teacher
Date Posted:
7/7/2026
Location:
Talcott Elementary School
Date Available:
08/17/2026
Closing Date:
07/14/2026
County:
Summers County Schools
QUALIFICATIONS: Holds appropriate certification in assigned field
RESPONSIBLE TO: Principal
EMPLOYMENT TERM: 200 days
SALARY: Per County Scale
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Be responsible for planning and implementing Summers County Schools' standards-based curriculum based on applicable state standards.
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Set high classroom standards of academic achievement and behavior.
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Implement adopted and supplemental academic programs in alignment with state standards.
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Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy.
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Strives to implement by instruction and action the school and district philosophy and goals of education and instruction.
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Be accountable for individual student achievement.
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Implement technology skills.
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Be responsible for implementing applicable accommodations and modifications documented with students' Individualized Education Program (IEP), 504 Plan, SAT, medical accommodations or other relevant documentation.
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Responsible for planning and implementing a collaborative model with special education students and teachers.
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May be responsible for planning & implementing designated co-curricular activities and/or programs at the school such as curricular fairs, awards programs and field trips.
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Responsible for planning and implementing teaching methods that addresses learners at all levels and with unique needs.
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Maintain confidentiality as stated by county, state, and federal law.
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Maintain accurate records as required by county, state, and federal law.
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Strong working/communication skills and availability with students, parents and peers.
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Willing to implement any other programs designated by principal for school improvement.
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Includes supervisory and/or other job related duties as assigned by principal or superintendent. Maintain and upgrade his/her professional skills.
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Attends faculty meetings.
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Provides for his/her own professional growth through a variety of methods including but not limited to, reading, coursework, seminars, and conferences.
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Maintain professional work habits.
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Supervise students at all times.
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All other duties as assigned by the Principal, Superintendent, or designee.
TEACHER PERFORMANCE CRITERIA:
The expectations for teacher performance are based upon the West Virginia Professional Teaching Standards. The seven standards by which teacher performance is measured are as follows:
STANDARD 1: CURRICULUM AND PLANNING
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The teacher demonstrates a deep and extensive knowledge of the subject matter.
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The teacher designs standards-driven instruction using state-approved curricula.
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The teacher uses a balanced assessment approach to guide student learning.
STANDARD 2: THE LEARNER AND THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
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2.1 The teacher understands and responds to the unique characteristics of learners.
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2.2 The teacher establishes and maintains a safe and appropriate learning environment.
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2.3 The teacher establishes and maintains a learner-centered culture.
STANDARD 3: TEACHING
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3.1 The teacher utilizes a variety of research-based instructional strategies.
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3.2 The teacher motivates and engages students in learning, problem solving and collaboration.
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3.3 The teacher adjusts instruction based on a variety of assessments and student responses.
STANDARD 4: PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR SELF-RENEWAL
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4.1 The teacher engages in professional development for self-renewal that guides continuous
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examination and improvement of professional practice.
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4.2 The teacher actively engages in collaborative learning opportunities for self-renewal with colleagues.
STANDARD 5: PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY
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5.1 The teacher participates in school-wide collaborative efforts to support the success of all students.
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5.2 The teacher works with parents, guardians, families and community entities to support student
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learning and well-being.
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5.3 The teacher promotes practices and policies that improve school environment and student learning.
STANDARD 6: STUDENT LEARNING
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6.1 The work of the teacher results in measurable progress of student learning and state-approved
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curricula.
STANDARD 7: PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
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7.1 The teacher demonstrates professional conduct as defined in law, policy and procedure at the state,
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district and school level.
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Policy and Procedure
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Attendance
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Schedule
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Respect
