Special Education/Elementary Physical Education Teacher (J. Smarr, BES SP/PE (P2))

POSITION:                 Special Education/Physical Education  

LOCATION:                 Burnsville Elementary 

CLASSIFICATION:    Professional
 
REPORTS TO:           Building Principal

EVALUATION:           Evaluations conducted as defined in West Virginia Board of Education Policy 5310 and BCBOE Policy 3250.

FLSA STATUS:          Exepmpt

CONTRACT:             200-day contract                                                                                                                                               

SALARY:                   State Minimum Salary Schedule Total Compensation Package can be found here: https://boe.brax.k12.wv.us/page/employment                                                                                    

EFFECTIVE:              Upon Board Approval

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  August 12, 2026

CERTIFICATION/QUALIFICATIONS:        

1. Valid teaching certificate licensing the individual to teach in the specializations and grade levels pursuant to WV Code §18A-3-2.
2. Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c and/or §18A-3-10, as appropriate.
3. Meet the qualifications outlined in WV Code §18A-3-2a.
4. Perform duties as described in the job description below.

    Job Summary:
 
Classroom teacher means a professional educator who has a direct instructional or counseling relationship with students and who spends the majority of his or her time in this capacity.
 
The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace. Alcohol and controlled substances which affect employee productivity, safety or judgment in the workplace will not be tolerated.         

Staff members serve as role models for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings. 

Staff members are expected to refrain from bullying, harassment, intimidation, and discrimination   

Please note: If you have recently retired from any entity covered by the West Virginia Consolidated Public Retirement Board, applying for or accepting employment within 60 days of your retirement date could negatively impact your retirement benefits and result in a significant financial or tax liability for which you are responsible. It is your responsibility to check with the WVCPRB to ensure that you are compliant with state code that requires a 60 day bona fide separation from retirement. Braxton County Schools will not be responsible for any taxes, penalties, costs, or other financial liabilities you may incur if you apply for or accept employment contrary to the laws of West Virginia, or the regulations of the Internal Revenue Service, the WVCPRB, or another other applicable state or federal law or regulation. You may reach the WVCPRB by calling 1-800-654-4406.  By applying, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this requirement.                              

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops and implements lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of WV Content Standards and Objectives, district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Uses 21st Century Technology skills to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Delivers rigorous instruction to all students.
• Instill in students the belief and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.
• Prepares lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Presents subject matter according to guidelines established by WVDE and board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conducts assessment of student learning styles and uses results to support school-wide academic performance goals and instructional activities.
• Works cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Works with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plans and supervises assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Helps students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conducts ongoing