5th Grade Teacher

4th Grade Teacher Position

ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified 4th Grade Teacher at Eastern Panhandle Preparatory Academy in Kearneysville, WV dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. We are seeking teachers who are passionate and dedicated to bringing the curriculum to life for each student. We want our teachers to be excited to create a positive classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. Be part of the difference at Eastern Panhandle Preparatory Academy (EPPA)!

Located on a 30-acre rural campus in Jefferson County, West Virginia, Eastern Panhandle Preparatory Academy is a public charter school serving PK-8th grade students. Founded in 2022 and one of the first charter schools to open in the state, EPPA belongs to the nationwide ACCEL network of high-performing charter schools. The school provides a highly individualized college prep learning environment featuring small class sizes, a fully certified and licensed faculty, and strong support from parents and the community.

Responsibilities of the Teacher

Responsibilities include to: Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify accordingly during the school year Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development Utilize research-based best practices in daily planning and classroom instruction Manage student behavior in the classroom Create a positive classroom environment for students to learn in Utilize school approved curricula that reflects the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms Communicate and meet with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child Incorporate technology skills into daily classroom practice to support learning Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities, as needed Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues Perform other duties as assigned

About You

Active and current state of West Virginia teaching license in appropriate content area Bachelor's degree in education or related field High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to properly manage confidential information Able to supervise students of various ages in different school settings (playground, cafeteria, etc.) Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks Experience working within an urban environment

About Us

We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances. – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.