| Location | SPOTSYLVANIA, VA |
The John J. Wright Alternative Education Elementary Teacher develops and delivers targeted instructional programming for students serving long-term out-of-school suspensions or expulsions operating under the direction of the Principal of John J. Wright and the Director of Safety and Risk Management. Driven by the mission to ensure every child receives a fair equitable and high-quality education this role leverages strong communication and interpersonal skills to actively collaborate with colleagues parents and community stakeholders to drive continuous student success and academic continuity.Essential FunctionsPrepares and meets students for instruction in designated times and locations.Designs coherent instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter current instructional practices students the community and curriculum goals.Plans instruction to achieve desired objectives that reflect the Virginia Standards of Learning and division curriculum guidelines creates instructional materials that align with state standards and meet the needs of all learners.Creates and leverages a variety of assessment strategies and instruments to make both short-term and long-range instructional decisions to improve student learning administers formal assessments both at the state level and the county level in accordance with established procedures documents student learning gains using appropriate assessment instruments tracks student learning to show gains.Identifies and communicates specific student performance expectations evaluates students progress provides students with prompt specific evaluative feedback maintains appropriate records and prepares progress reports.Leverages appropriate materials technology and resources in a manner that promotes the development of critical thinking problem solving and performance skills.Implements a classroom management policy that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff ensures the adequate and safe supervision of students and manages classroom procedures to maximize academic learning time.Takes responsibility for and participates in a meaningful and continuous process of instructional professional development maintains licensure at the state andor national level assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps materials supplies and skills up-to-date.Commitment to ongoing training in trauma-informed care de-escalation restorative justice classroom management and alternative education strategies.Click here to read the full job description for this role.Education and ExperienceRequiredBachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.Ability to obtain appropriate licenses andor endorsements as required by theCommonwealth of Virginia and School BoardAn acceptable rating of prior teaching experience as applicable.PreferredCurrently possesses a Virginia Collegiate Professional or Postgraduate Professional License within a specific endorsement areasPrior teaching experience within a public school systemAboutSpotsylvania County Public SchoolsComprised of 31 schools and home to a diverse student population of over 24000 Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest School Divisions in the Commonwealth of Virginia.At SCPS you join a highly collaborative team of professionals dedicated to inspiring challenging and supporting one another every day. We believe that employee success directly drives student achievement-here your work truly makes a lasting difference.To learn more about Spotsylvania County Public Schools and our teams please visit our website athttpswww.spotsylvania.k12.va.us.Division Benefits & CompensationSCPS offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support employee well-being financial security and professional growthCompetitive Compensation Equitable and competitive salary schedules based on experience and role.Retirement Security Enrollment or seamless transfer within the Virginia Retirement System VRS featuring defined benefit plans and employer-matched contributions.Health & Wellness Robust health care benefit plans Employee Assistance Programs EAPs and employer-paid life insurance.Paid Time Off & Leave Monthly Paid Time Off PTO accrual FMLA coverage and Short-Term Disability benefits.Professional Growth Tuition reimbursement opportunities to support ongoing education and career advancement.Benefits EligibilityEligibleTogether we prepare our students for their future. We look forward to welcoming you to theWeAreSpotsyteam._____Spotsylvania County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to non-discrimination in the workplace. Criminal record and background checks will be completed after an offer is made.A workplace that values unique perspectives fosters belonging and ensures opportunities for all to thrive.