What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher-Computer Science (2026-2027) position at SHIRLEY HEIM MIDDLE?
Job Information
| Job Title: | Teacher |
| Department: | School Based |
| Reports To: | Building Administrator |
| FLSA Status: | Exempt |
| Work Calendar: | Licensed 200 Days |
| Salary Scale: | Teacher Salary Scale |
Job Summary and Purpose
- The Teacher develops and implements an instructional program that will effectively meet the needs of all students. The Teacher assesses and evaluates student performance and modifies instructional activities as appropriate.
Work Objectives/Essential Functions
Support Student Learning
- Practice and promote positive interaction with and among students by demonstrating enthusiasm for learning and maintaining interest in students.
- Encourage self-direction and self-motivation in students.
- Adapt and adjust instructional presentation of subject content to students' needs and interests.
- Maintain and organized program of instruction based on effective long-range plans with evidence of effective lesson planning.
- Utilize a variety of appropriate materials and resources.
- Communicate the lesson objective and its importance to students.
- Utilize appropriate and varied teaching techniques and leaning activities both in class and out of class.
- Maintain an effective system of monitoring student progress and to inform appropriate persons of such progress.
- Complete required reports promptly and accurately.
- Accept responsibilities outside the classroom as they relate to the school.
- Assume responsibility for a neat, safe environment for students committed to the teacher's care.
Education and Experience
| Education Attainment (Required): | Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or education related to specific subject area to which assigned. |
| Education Attainment (Preferred): | |
| Relevant Experience (Required): | |
| Relevant Experience (Preferred): | |
| Industry Licensure or Certifications (Required): | |
| Industry Licensure or Certifications (Preferred): |
Required Licensures and Certifications
Hold or be eligible for a valid teaching license which meets Commonwealth of Virginia requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge
- Thorough knowledge of the subject being taught
- Classroom management strategies appropriate to the learning situation
Skills
- Relate positively to parents and other community representatives
- Assess individual needs and performance
Abilities
- Address criticism in an appropriate manner and develop constructive outcomes
- Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals
- Organize and perform work independently
- Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects
- Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work
Core Expectations of All Stafford Schools Employees
- Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
- Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
- Maintain a clean, neat appearance and dress appropriate to position and duties.
- Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
- Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
- Work in close harmony with supervisor(s) and colleagues.
- Comply with all division policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality and professional conduct, as well as all site-based procedures and protocols.
Weight Demands
| Weight Demands | Rarely | Occasionally | Frequently |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lifting – 1–25 lbs | x | ||
| Lifting – 26–50 lbs | x | ||
| Lifting – 50 lbs | x | ||
| Carrying – 1–25 lbs | x | ||
| Carrying – 26–50 lbs | x | ||
| Carrying – 50 lbs | x | ||
| Pushing/Pulling – 1–25 lbs | x | ||
| Pushing/Pulling – 26–50 lbs | x | ||
| Pushing/Pulling – 50 lbs | x |
Physical Demands
| Physical Demands | Rarely | Occasionally | Frequently |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standing | x | ||
| Sitting | x | ||
| Walking | x | ||
| Reaching | x | ||
| Turning/Twisting | x | ||
| Balancing/Climbing | x | ||
| Stooping/Kneeling | x | ||
| Crouching/Crawling | x |
Classification Details (Completed by Human Resources)
| Job Family: | TEACHER |
| Calendar: | LICENSED 200 DAYS (10 MONTH) |
| Pay Structure: | TEACHER PAY SCALE |
| Position: | MULTIPLE POSITIONS |
| FLSA Status: | EXEMPT |
| Job Grade: | T10-T31 |
| Job Code: | 2010 |
| Status: | ACTIVE |
This description is intended to describe the general nature, essential functions, and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and tasks, the inclusion of which are considered for job classification purposes.
Salary : $54,000 - $101,332