What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Teacher (2026-2027 SY) position at Amherst County School District?
Reports to: Principal and Assistant Principal
General Definition of Work: To develop and implement an educational program that will effectively provide the best possible education for each child
Essential Functions:
- To guide the learning activities of each student and to provide learning situations suitable for each student
- To provide for the safety, health and well-being of each pupil in any situation in which students are committed to the teacher’s care
- To maintain the classroom and atmosphere which encourages learning
- To evaluate each student and to report progress to parents
- To become informed about and to comply with the policies and regulations of the school division and of the local school
- To maintain the neatness and proper care of the classroom, equipment and materials
- To keep essential records necessary for the efficient operation of the school
- To keep abreast of recent developments in education and to show evidence of continuing professional growth
- To contribute to the success of the school by maintaining interest in and developing knowledge of the total school program
- To participate in the decision-making process of the school, particularly those decisions related to curriculum content or change
- To maintain a cooperative attitude toward all school personnel
- To serve as a public relations agent for the school and the school system
- To cooperate with approved community groups in matters related to the welfare of the students
- To perform such duties as are necessary for the efficient and successful operation of the school system
- To perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or his/her designee
- Make reports to the principal relative to student injuries, hazardous or dangerous conditions prevailing where students are engaged in activities known or suspected child abuse, and other areas that normally concern the teacher and school officials
Education and Job Experience: Compensation will be based on degree and experience as described in the Amherst County Public School Teachers’ Salary Scale Schedule
License/Endorsements: Valid certification to meet state requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned
Contract Period: 10 months
FLSA Status: Exempt
Amherst County Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer