6 - 12 English Teacher JobID: 29947 Position Type: High School Teaching/Secondary Education Teacher Date Posted: 9/9/2024 Location: Summers County Comprehensive High School County:   Summers County Schools - website  Additional Information: Show/Hide QUALIFICATIONS: Holds appropriate certification in assigned field RESPONSIBLE TO: Principal EMPLOYMENT TERM: 200 days SALARY: $39,055 to $66,277 depending on experience and degree level Salary based on experience and education level per SCBOE salary schedule plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: * Be responsible for planning and implementing Summers County Schools' standards-based curriculum based on applicable state standards. * Set high classroom standards of academic achievement and behavior. * Implement adopted and supplemental academic programs in alignment with state standards. * Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy. * Strives to implement by instruction and action the school and district philosophy and goals of education and instruction. * Be accountable for individual student achievement. * Implement technology skills. * Be responsible for implementing applicable accommodations and modifications documented with students' Individualized Education Program (IEP), 504 Plan, SAT, medical accommodations or other relevant documentation. * Responsible for planning and implementing a collaborative model with special education students and teachers. * 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. * Responsible for planning and implementing teaching methods that addresses learners at all levels and with unique needs. * Maintain confidentiality as stated by county, state, and federal law. * Maintain accurate records as required by county, state, and federal law. * Strong working/communication skills and availability with students, parents and peers. * Willing to implement any other programs designated by principal for school improvement. * Includes supervisory and/or other job related duties as assigned by principal or superintendent. Maintain and upgrade his/her professional skills. * Attends faculty meetings. * Provides for his/her own professional growth through a variety of methods including but not limited to, reading, coursework, seminars, and conferences. * Maintain professional work habits. * Supervise students at all times. * 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 * The teacher demonstrates a deep and extensive knowledge of the subject matter. * The teacher designs standards-driven instruction using state-approved curricula. * The teacher uses a balanced assessment approach to guide student learning. STANDARD 2: THE LEARNER AND THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT * 2.1 The teacher understands and responds to the unique characteristics of learners. * 2.2 The teacher establishes and maintains a safe and appropriate learning environment. * 2.3 The teacher establishes and maintains a learner-centered culture. STANDARD 3: TEACHING * 3.1 The teacher utilizes a variety of research-based instructional strategies. * 3.2 The teacher motivates and engages students in learning, problem solving and collaboration. * 3.3 The teacher adjusts instruction based on a variety of assessments and student responses. STANDARD 4: PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR SELF-RENEWAL * 4.1 The teacher engages in professional development for self-renewal that guides continuous * examination and improvement of professional practice. * 4.2 The teacher actively engages in collaborative learning opportunities for self-renewal with colleagues. STANDARD 5: PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY * 5.1 The teacher participates in school-wide collaborative efforts to support the success of all students. * 5.2 The teacher works with parents, guardians, families and community entities to support student * learning and well-being. * 5.3 The teacher promotes practices and policies that improve school environment and student learning. STANDARD 6: STUDENT LEARNING * 6.1 The work of the teacher results in measurable progress of student learning and state-approved * curricula. STANDARD 7: PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT * 7.1 The teacher demonstrates professional conduct as defined in law, policy and procedure at the state, * district and school level. * Policy and Procedure * Attendance * Schedule * Respect