SY 26-27 SOP English Teacher GENERAL INFORMATION Title: SOP English Teacher Department: Turning Point Academy Salary Grade: Teacher Pay Scale
FLSA Status: Exempt
Site/Location: Turing Point Academy (Located inside the Lynchburg
Regional Juvenile Detention Center)
Reports to: Program Principal Date: 4/28/2026 POSITION SUMMARY
To plan and provide effective academic instruction and support for at-promise youth at various academic levels and abilities who are detained or incarcerated in a secure setting.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Works with at-risk students at various academic/achievement levels to provide educational services which are comparable to those in public school
- Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation in accordance with local, state and federal guidelines
- Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects with the ability to communicate these objectives effectively to students, staff, and parents.
- Maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning in a secure, restrictive setting.
- Evaluates student performance on a regular basis to assist them in setting and maintaining goals.
- Develops and maintains standards of classroom behavior.
- Establishes high expectations for students by employing a variety of instructional strategies and media.
- Performs duties as a team member on an interdisciplinary team in a professional and ethical manner.
- Maintains a positive school climate by cooperating with other staff in planning the instructional program, goals and objectives.
- Utilizes the team approach by working closely with the other teachers, detention home staff and administration.
- Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, division policy and regulations.
- Complies with and enforces school rules, state and federal guidelines.
- Attends and participates in faculty meetings and other professional meetings.Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Performs other school duties and assignments as appointed.
LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES
Personal Competencies - Honesty
- Integrity
- Ethical
- Equity Minded
- Emotional Intelligence
- Cultural Competence
- Safety
- Quality
Leadership Competencies - Models Excellent Customer Service
- Thinks Strategically
- Shows Initiative
- Acts Decisively
- Communicates Effectively
- Works Collaboratively
- Resolves Conflict Proactively
Functional Competencies - Technical Capabilities
- Computer Literacy
- Data Analysis and Management
- Fiscal Planning and Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Must hold valid collegiate or postgraduate professional license or be eligible for a provisional license with the appropiate endorsement
- Experience working with at-promise youth (ages 11-18) or an alternative educational setting preferred but not required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Specific content area knowledge and expertise of subject matter
- Possess strong teaching, interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills
- Take responsibility and be independent in accomplishing all instructional and administrative objectives
- Possess the ability to work in a flexible school environment.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
- No supervisory responsibilities are assigned to this position at this time beyond classroom management of
students during the school day.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- This position may require travel for SOP events and professional development opportunities. If selected for the
position, the program administrator will review travel policies and expectations. Travel is usually a single-day trip
with a few exceptions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Turning Point Academy is located inside of the local juvenile detention center facility. Working in the building you
must adhere to both Lynchburg City Schools and City of Lynchburg safety and security guidelines.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to
frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
OTHER DUTIES This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The teacher will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the principal or appropriate administrator. Lynchburg City Schools and State Operated Programs reserve the right to update, revise, or change this job description and related duties at any time. AAP/EEO STATEMENT LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. JOB STATUS: OPEN SALARY: Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: DAYS: 220 Days - 11 months START DATE: 2026-2027
SY 26-27 SOP English Teacher GENERAL INFORMATION Title: SOP English Teacher Department: Turning Point Academy Salary Grade: Teacher Pay Scale
FLSA Status: Exempt
Site/Location: Turing Point Academy (Located inside the Lynchburg
Regional Juvenile Detention Center)
Reports to: Program Principal Date: 4/28/2026 POSITION SUMMARY
To plan and provide effective academic instruction and support for at-promise youth at various academic levels and abilities who are detained or incarcerated in a secure setting.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Works with at-risk students at various academic/achievement levels to provide educational services which are comparable to those in public school
- Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation in accordance with local, state and federal guidelines
- Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects with the ability to communicate these objectives effectively to students, staff, and parents.
- Maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning in a secure, restrictive setting.
- Evaluates student performance on a regular basis to assist them in setting and maintaining goals.
- Develops and maintains standards of classroom behavior.
- Establishes high expectations for students by employing a variety of instructional strategies and media.
- Performs duties as a team member on an interdisciplinary team in a professional and ethical manner.
- Maintains a positive school climate by cooperating with other staff in planning the instructional program, goals and objectives.
- Utilizes the team approach by working closely with the other teachers, detention home staff and administration.
- Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, division policy and regulations.
- Complies with and enforces school rules, state and federal guidelines.
- Attends and participates in faculty meetings and other professional meetings.Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Performs other school duties and assignments as appointed.
LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES
Personal Competencies - Honesty
- Integrity
- Ethical
- Equity Minded
- Emotional Intelligence
- Cultural Competence
- Safety
- Quality
Leadership Competencies - Models Excellent Customer Service
- Thinks Strategically
- Shows Initiative
- Acts Decisively
- Communicates Effectively
- Works Collaboratively
- Resolves Conflict Proactively
Functional Competencies - Technical Capabilities
- Computer Literacy
- Data Analysis and Management
- Fiscal Planning and Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Must hold valid collegiate or postgraduate professional license or be eligible for a provisional license with the appropiate endorsement
- Experience working with at-promise youth (ages 11-18) or an alternative educational setting preferred but not required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Specific content area knowledge and expertise of subject matter
- Possess strong teaching, interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills
- Take responsibility and be independent in accomplishing all instructional and administrative objectives
- Possess the ability to work in a flexible school environment.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
- No supervisory responsibilities are assigned to this position at this time beyond classroom management of
students during the school day.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- This position may require travel for SOP events and professional development opportunities. If selected for the
position, the program administrator will review travel policies and expectations. Travel is usually a single-day trip
with a few exceptions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Turning Point Academy is located inside of the local juvenile detention center facility. Working in the building you
must adhere to both Lynchburg City Schools and City of Lynchburg safety and security guidelines.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to
frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
OTHER DUTIES This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The teacher will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the principal or appropriate administrator. Lynchburg City Schools and State Operated Programs reserve the right to update, revise, or change this job description and related duties at any time. AAP/EEO STATEMENT LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. JOB STATUS: OPEN SALARY: Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: DAYS: 220 Days - 11 months START DATE: 2026-2027
