What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jobs for West Virginia Graduates Program Instructor - Clay County Schools/Clay County High School position at West Virginia Department of Education?
- Provides appropriate curriculum and ensures students achieve specific JAG competencies through classroom instruction via Project Based Learning; teaches through a variety of methods and administers testing programs including JAG pre/post-tests and career interest surveys; implements an intervention strategy for each individual using an Individualized Development Plan.
- Identifies and recruits eligible students who want, need and will benefit from the JWVG program.
- Creates and maintains positive perceptions of the JWVG program within schools by developing effective working relationships with school personnel including teachers, administrators, students, and members of the in-school Advisory Committee.
- Actively builds and develops community support by working with employers, post-secondary education programs, parents and civic groups to build awareness of and support for the program; develops job opportunities, participates in public relations activities, attends meetings and speaks to various community groups.
- Builds appreciation for teamwork, sense of belonging, and commitment to community service among JWVG students by organizing and serving as an advisor to a JWVG student-led Career Association and assists with civic and social opportunities.
- Provides students with guidance, counseling, and support within appropriate limits; refers students to additional support services on an as-needed basis; takes responsibility for learning and complying with school policies such as mandated reporting, discipline, attendance, and the like.
- Complies with all documentation requirements (JAG, Pre-ETS, etc) in a timely fashion including contacts and activities involving students, employers, and other groups; develops and maintains a well-organized filing system. Records information and data daily using the online data reporting platform JAG-FORCE.
- Assists students in finding and maintaining quality employment and/or post-secondary educational programs upon graduation; works closely with students and employers for 12 months after the end of the school year to ensure a satisfactory employment outcome; develops a plan for contacts with non-graduates to ensure effective transition to employment or additional education.
- Participates in program ceremonies and conferences as well as staff, regional, statewide and national meetings, and staff development activities.
- Other duties as assigned by the building administrator.
- Performs various school-related functions as designated by the school principal such as hall/lunch duty
- Participates in field trips.
- Completes special projects and other projects/duties as assigned by JWVG Director.
- Minimum - West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate
- Experience working with youth accompanied by knowledge of child development issues.
- Skills in human relations, leadership, supervision, and motivational techniques.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
- Ability to establish the appropriate boundaries while developing and nurturing supportive relationships with students.
- Ability to educate a variety of constituencies and interested parties about the program by developing ongoing relationships and making formal presentations.
- Ability to develop curriculum and educational opportunities consistent with the JAG Model.
- Working knowledge of basic computer applications, such as word processing, spreadsheets, etc and willingness to learn and use JAG-FORCE data reporting system
JobID: 34924
Position Type:
High School Teaching/Specialist
High School Teaching/Specialist
Date Posted:
12/3/2024
12/3/2024
Location:
Clay County Schools
Clay County Schools
Closing Date:
12/09/2024
12/09/2024
County:
Clay County Schools
Jobs for West Virginia's Graduates Program Instructor - Clay County Schools/Clay County High SchoolClay County Schools
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Responsibilities
The Jobs for West Virginia’s Graduates Program teacher will identify, recruit and instruct, as well as build appropriate relationships and act as a caring adult for high school students who have barriers to their success as identified by the Jobs for America’s Graduates model. To achieve the expected outcomes, the JWVG instructor will teach participating students employability and life skills via classroom instruction based on JAG’s high school competencies. These skills will be taught through a variety of methods including project-based learning, guidance/counseling, academic remediation, work-based learning experiences, summer activities, postsecondary and career advisement. The JWVG teacher continues as an advisor for at least twelve-months following completion of the program. This position is a full-time, year-round position dedicated 100 percent to the implementation of the JAG Model.
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Compensation
Salary based on experience and education level per Clay County Board of Education Salary Schedule, plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation.
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Terms of Employment
200 Days
2024-2025 School Year
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The Clay County School System is an equal opportunity employer. Employment opportunities are offered without discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, and retaliation.
