Internal Transfer Request for Buford Middle School- 2025-26 School Year - Charlottesville City Schools : Job Details

Buford Middle SchoolCharlottesville City Schools values you, your knowledge and expertise. As you continue to evolve and grow professionally, the desire for a new placement or experience may arise. If you are interested in applying for an Internal Transfer, please complete the following application. As support, an abbreviated teacher and instructional job descriptions have been provided. Individuals interested in applying for other roles: Please complete the application noting your desired role. If you have questions about job description/responsibilities, please reach out to the Human Resources Department at 434-###-####.ROLE: TEACHER Position is responsible for creating a classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth of every student; establishing effective rapport with students; motivating students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for becoming a responsible citizen in accordance with each pupil's ability; and to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members.Instructs students in a program of study which meets stated objectives and provides transfer of knowledge;

• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in the state law and administrative regulations and procedures of Charlottesville City Schools;
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student;
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of all IEP's and in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for the students;
• Evaluates academic and social growth of students, prepares report cards, keeping appropriate records to include attendance as appropriate, checklists, and other recordkeeping as necessary;
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of appropriate personnel to provide accurate and objective statements relevant to student progress in a timely manner;
• Communicates regularly with parents or guardians through conferences and other means to discuss student progress;

ROLE: INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT The job of Instructional Assistant is done for the purpose/s of assisting in the achievement of class and individual student objectives by working with individual and/or small groups of students under the supervision of a classroom teacher in the supervision and instruction of students; preparing assigned classroom projects; and providing clerical support to teacher/s.

• Administers tests, homework assignments, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers in the instructional process.
• Assists students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
• Guides students in independent study (e.g. enrichment work, remedial work, listening to children, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring student success.
• Implements, under the supervision of a classroom teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of assisting the teacher in improving students' academic success through a defined course of study.
• Prepares documents as may be required by teacher (e.g. memos, displays, etc.) for the purpose of providing written documentation and/or conveying information.

ROLE: ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL The Assistant Principal is responsible for the assistance of the administration of all aspects of the total school program. The Assistant Principal provides educational leadership for students and staff consistent with the division goals and under the direction of the Principal.

• Conduct instructional supervision and evaluations including classroom and teaching observations for assigned areas
• Implement curriculum and education objectives consistent with goals
• Develop an efficient system for pupil and program appraisal, recommending changes as needed to meet student needs
• Evaluate grading policies and pupil progress with members of the staff
• Assist teachers in planning field trips and using community resources
• Provide leadership in initiating professional learning programs and organizational improvements
• Participate in assigned PLC meetings to assist with data analysis and lesson planning
• Provide a climate conducive to effective communications through the use of faculty meetings, committees and individual conferences
• Coordinate the use of subject matter coordinators, instructional coaches, lead teachers and other resources
• Implement and maintain a code of acceptable student behavior
• Coordinate and supervise student activities including after school activities
• Coordinate services to students such as guidance/counseling, health, special education
• Participate in eligibility and IEP meetings
• Supervise pupil record keeping
• Assist in student scheduling
• Participate in the recruitment, placement and evaluation of all staff members
• Employ substitute employees as needed
• Complete required reports
• Promote a health and safe work environment
• Develop professional learning programs for all staff
• Establish or assist with building maintenance schedules and evaluate their effectiveness
• Maintain furniture and equipment inventories
• Supervise the use of school and grounds by all community groups
• Order necessary instructional materials, textbooks, equipment and analyze the usage of such materials in collaboration with the Principal.
• Communicate with parents in multiple means to encourage participation
• Participate in the activities of the Parent Teacher Organization and any other parent groups as assigned by the Principal
• Communicate and interpret school division policies, procedures and regulations.
• Assist the Principal in developing and evaluating the annual School Improvement Plan, data presentations and other information sharing as needed
• Coordinate and implement the Virginia Assessment Program for Standards of Learning (SOL), Virginia Alternate Assessment Program (VAAP), WIDA as appropriate
• Complete any other duties as assigned by the Principal