What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Elective Teacher (Anticipated 2026-27) position at Lunenburg Middle School?
Lunenburg County Public Schools
Position Title: Elective Teacher
Reports To: Principal / CTE Coordinator
Department: Elective / CTE
Job Summary: LCPS is seeking a dynamic and passionate Middle School Elective Teacher to join our team for the upcoming school year. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in one or more of the following subject areas:
- Agriculture Education
- Business and Marketing Education
- World Languages (Spanish preferred)
- Theatre/Drama
The Elective Teacher will design and deliver engaging, standards-based instruction that fosters creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. This position is ideal for educators who are enthusiastic about connecting real-world skills and cultural literacy to student learning in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement lesson plans that align with state and district standards.
- Create a positive classroom environment that promotes student learning and growth.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners.
- Collaborate with fellow teachers, staff, and administration to support school-wide initiatives.
- Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress.
- Organize and supervise student projects, performances, or exhibitions as applicable.
- Participate in professional development and school community activities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
- Hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license or endorsement in one of the listed content areas.
- Prior teaching experience at the middle school level preferred.
- Strong classroom management and communication skills.
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and student engagement.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with interdisciplinary and project-based learning.
- Fluency in Spanish (for World Languages candidates).
- Familiarity with career and technical education (CTE) frameworks (for Business or Agriculture candidates).
- Background in stage production or performance (for Theatre/Drama candidates).