Special Needs Teacher

Itinerant Pre-K Special Needs Teacher
Location: Jefferson County Schools Central Office - Special Ed, Charles Town, West Virginia

Job ID: 5817422

Application Deadline: Jul 17, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description
Job Title: Pre-K Special Needs Teacher

Immediate Supervisor: Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment Term: Minimum 200 days annually, pursuant to WV Code §18-5-45; extended employment terms may be established by JCBOE

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

Evaluation: Performance 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 JCBOE Evaluation Policy

Job Summary
Teach approved preschool curriculum striving to ensure that students meet the appropriate readiness for entrance into kindergarten and receive required special needs minutes and support. Collaborate with the center director on parent communication, behavior guidance, job‑related concerns, classroom management, and professional development requirements.

Performance Responsibilities

Implement the preschool program as outlined in WVDE Policy 2525

Plan and implement Jefferson County Schools’ Pre‑K curriculum based on WV Content Standards and Objectives

Implement appropriate technology strategies

Observe, record, and analyze children’s progress toward desired developmental outcomes

Use ongoing observation and documentation methods to assess children’s progress, growth and development

Demonstrate strong working/communication skills with students, parents and peers

Plan for and provide a developmentally appropriate learning environment/opportunities and individualized activities that foster children’s physical, cognitive and socio‑emotional development

Perform any and all duties incidental to the position, including supervisory and/or other duties as assigned by the 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

Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with knowledge, skill, and/or ability required

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Physical/Mental Requirements
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, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multimedia equipment. The employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 10 pounds of materials. Specific vision abilities required include close vision to read handwritten or typed material and 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. Must maintain emotional control under stress and work effectively with others to demonstrate professional responsibilities, including attendance, punctuality, professional dress, and verbal/nonverbal communication, and develop a positive relationship with students, staff, and community.

Work Environment
The work environment is primarily indoors with outdoor settings for recess and field trip activities. The noise level is low to moderate (20‑60 dB); gymnasiums and vocational/technical laboratories may reach moderate to loud (60‑90 dB). The employee continuously interacts with colleagues, the public, vendors, school staff, and students.

Position Type
Full‑Time

Contact Information

Matthew Wink, Assistant Superintendent of Special Programs

Central Office - Special Ed

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