P261203 Science Teacher

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JobID: 56233

Position Type:
High School Teaching/Science

Date Posted:
12/3/2025

Location:
Buckhannon-Upshur High School

Closing Date:
12/10/2025

County:
Upshur County Schools

UPSHUR COUNTY SCHOOLS

Posting Date: 03 December , 2025

Notice of Vacancy

Effective: 2025-2026 School Year

POSITION: Science Teacher

Buckhannon-Upshur High School

IMMEDIATE Principal

SUPERVISOR:

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

EMPLOYMENT 200 days annually, pursuant to WV code § 18-5-45:

TERM: extended employment terms may be established by UCBOE

SALARY: Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-2, in accordance with Upshur County Teacher Salary Schedule, commensurate with experience and education level

EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated by the building principal/immediate supervisor and in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5310, and UCBOE Policy 5010

JOB SUMMARY: Provide appropriate instruction to middle school students and ensure that the students meet the learning objectives and standards for the appropriate grade level.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for planning and implementing the WV College and Career Readiness Standards and Objectives.
Responsible for implementing adopted and supplemental academic programs.
Responsible for implementing 21st Century Learning Skills and Technology Tools.
Responsible for planning and implementing collaborative models with special education students and teachers.
May be responsible for planning and implementing designated co-curricular activities and/or programs at the school such as curricular fairs, awards programs and field trips.
Design standards driven instruction and use a balanced assessment approach to guide student learning.
Responsible for planning and implementing support for personalized learning for all students to respond to the unique characteristics of learners.
Strong working/communication skills with students, parents and peers.
Willing to implement any other programs designated by principal, central office and WVDE for school improvement.
Establish and maintain a safe and appropriate learning environment.
Fulfill and demonstrate professional growth in the West Virginia High Quality Standards and improvement in professional practice.
Demonstrates an understanding of the professional teaching standards.
Includes supervisory and/or other duties as assigned by Principal.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, and use technology such as computers and multi-media equipment, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 10 – 20 pounds of materials. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus.

The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Most commonly, the educational setting is indoors with outdoor settings for recess and field trip activities. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate (20-60 dB). Exceptions include gymnasiums as well as vocational/technical laboratories where the noise levels may be moderate to loud (60-90 dB).

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

Please apply online at https://www.upshurschools.com, under “Employment Opportunities”.

Required for ALL applicants.

Application

Current Transcripts (if applicable)

Copy of West Virginia Certifications (if available/applicable)

Resume including references

Copies of past two (2) evaluations (if applicable)

“As required by federal laws and regulation, the Upshur County Board of Education does not discriminate on the

programs and activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Upshur County Board of Education, 102 Smithfield Street, Buckhannon, West Virginia 26201, phone no. 304-472-5480; or to the Section 504 Coordinator, Upshur County Board of Education, 102 Smithfield Street, Buckhannon, West Virginia, 26201, phone no. 304-472-5480; to the State Elimination of Sex Discrimination Project Coordinator, phone no. 304-558-7867; or to the U.S. Department of Education’s Director of the Office for Civil Rights, phone no. (215) 596-6795.”

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