Steps to Success Summer Program - Special Education Teacher

One vacancy exists in Special Education to support the Steps to Success Summer Program at Spring Mills Primary.

Who We Are 

Located just 75 miles from Washington, D.C. in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, Berkeley County is the fastest growing county in the state of West Virginia. Our close proximity to D.C., Baltimore, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia makes Berkeley County an exciting place to live & learn.

Berkeley County Schools boasts a diverse population recognized statewide for great success in academics, the arts and athletics. With 4 high schools, 6 middle, 6 intermediate school, 16 elementary schools and a universal Pre-K program, our 32 schools serve a student population of more than 19,250 strong and growing. Our more than 2,000+ employees __ including teachers, principals, office assistants, paraprofessionals, custodians, nutrition services staff, technology staff and administrators __ are committed to limitless learning opportunities and child-centered excellence!

We are looking for individuals passionate in their commitment to maximizing individual student performance. Make the choice to join our team and become a part of a collaborative, responsive culture committed to multiple pathways to grow and shape your career.

Job Type Description
Steps to Success Summer School Special Education Teacher

Endorsement Code
4105__Specific Learning Disabilities
4111__Behavioral Disorders including Autism
4115__Multi-Categorical (LD, BD, MI)

Functions and Duties

Teachers will provide engaging and interactive lessons following grade level appropriate content standards for multiple subjects.

Salary Schedule
Based on BCS Teacher Payscale with degree level and years of experience.  Half Day Daily Rate based upon completion of timesheets.^ Pre-service teacher at $20 per hour.

Accountable To

Summer School Building Administrator

 
Specialized Skills

• Must hold WV Professional Teaching Certification for Elem Ed.
• Applicants are expected to have a working knowledge of APL techniques. 
• Pre-service teachers may be considered to apply if certified candidates are not available.  This is an opportunity for pre-service educators to build relationships within the education community, gain valuable paid work experience and build their resumes as they prepare to assume their place in the K-12 environment. 

*Job Title Steps to Success Summer School Elem Ed Teacher
*Job Type Certified - Position - Elem Ed

Endorsement Code
3600__Elementary Education

A teacher implements his/her program of study by:

• Establishing appropriate goals and objectives
• Exhibiting planning and organization
• Making effective use of manuals and instructional guides
• Demonstrating and communicating knowledge of subject matter
• Providing for individual differences

A teacher fosters a classroom climate conducive to learning by:

• Motivating intellectual curiosity in students
• Providing a variety of teaching methods and materials
• Arranging the classroom neatly and appropriately
• Providing for participation by students
• Appearing as an appropriate model for students
• Adhering to health, safety, and hygiene standards

A teacher utilizes instructional management systems which increase student learning and maximizes times on task by:

• Planning lessons which incorporate major components of lesson design
• Developing and implementing classroom rules, procedures, and consequences

A teacher monitors student progress toward learning outcomes by:

• Providing a variety of evaluation techniques
• Keeping accurate records of student progress and attendance
• A teacher maintains and upgrades his/her professional skills by:
• Keeping abreast of relevant trends and developments
• Striving to make improvements recommended on observation and evaluation reports

A teacher promotes and maintains positive pupil/teacher/parent relationships by:

• Maintaining confidentiality with student records and information
• Promoting school/community cooperation
• Communicating progress to students and parents

A teacher maintains professional work habits by:

• Exhibiting self-confidence
• Attending work regularly and punctually
• Adhering to work schedules prescribed by the school administrator
• Demonstrating knowledge of duties
• Working with minimal supervision
• Exercising courtesy and tack
• Working cooperatively with administration and staff
• Adhering to school, county, and state policies and procedures
• Reacting favorably to constructive criticism
• Completing records and reports accurately and on schedule
• Adjusting to change
• Demonstrating patience and sensitivity
• Maintaining professionalism
• Encouraging proper care and use of materials and equipment

ADDITIONALLY:

• Teachers will be required to follow prepared lessons that are provided 
• Teachers will be required to provide supervision

^:  Based upon student enrollment and student needs.