Associate Teacher I(Associates Degree) - Elementary

POSITION INFORMATION:
 

Loaction:  Supervisor:	Elementary Schools (refer to Elementary - SY 25/26 posting for vacancies) Building Principal
Employment Period:	10 months
Employment Status:	Full-time
Employment Dates:	August 4, 2025
Salary:	$40,000

This opportunity is for non-licensed candidates to be hired as an Associate Teacher while working on the requirements for a Virginia teaching license. Associate Teachers will establish an individual licensure plan to include a timeline with the Human Resources Department and work toward meeting requirements while employed in the position.  Letters of Employment will be written for a one-year placement with the possibility of extension based on division needs.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

• Plans and implements an instructional program that provides appropriate learning experiences for each student.
• Collaborates within a professional learning community in order to nurture and sustain a school culture and instructional program conducive to accelerated student achievement.
• Assesses student achievement and maintains appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutional and individual reporting.
• Manages the behavior of learners in the instructional setting to provide an environment that is conducive to the learning process and assists and participates in the management of student behavior in other parts of the school and school grounds.
• Coordinates instructional activities and collaborates with other professional staff, both school and non-school based, as required to maximize learning opportunities.
• Participates in professional development activities and other staff meetings as required or assigned.
• Provides continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of their child's progress.
• Communicates with students, parents, professionals, and support personnel in and outside the school to share information and to support/encourage involvement.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
 

• Associates Degree or 60+ college credit hours required. 
• Successful experience working with students in a classroom setting preferred (does not apply to current HCS employees).
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and human relations skills.
• Have knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of children.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, and parents.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

You may apply anytime before midnight on the closing date.  The following information is required to be considered for the position:
 

• Resume
• Unofficial transcript showing degree conferral
• Feedback from those person listed as references (minimum of 2)

Hampton City Schools does not discriminate in employment against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability or other protected class.  Personnel decisions are based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

 Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.