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Working for ACPS

Working for ACPS

ACPS believes that when schools, parents, families, and communities work together to support learning, students are more likely to earn higher grades, attend school more regularly, enroll in higher-level programs, and graduate prepared to engage their world.   We believe….

In the value of Every Child, Every Day:

Every Child, Every Day, is more than just a phrase - it’s a commitment to empowering students to explore their passions & reach their full potential

In the need of our students knowing more than one:

Learning beyond the boundaries of a single perspective prepares our students for a globally connected world.

In the importance of a challenging curriculum:

We prioritize academic excellence by encouraging active, hands-on learning, where students connect with each other & the material in meaningful ways.

In preparing all ACPS students for the future:

We are committed to ensuring that every student graduates ready to thrive in college, a career, or wherever their journey takes them.

Being Part of #TeamAmherst

Teacher Supports

ACPS offer strong induction, mentoring, support, and professional growth opportunities for teachers new to the school division.

  • ACPS Teacher Mentor Program
  • In-service and Professional Development Opportunities
  • Teacher Leadership Opportunities

Salary and Fringe Benefits Program

The ACPS School Board provides a competitive salary and fringe benefit program for all employees of the public school system.  

Salary & Benefits

  • Experience is the determining factor in establishing individual rates of pay with graduate degree supplements
  • Direct deposit is mandatory for all employees.
  • A group health insurance plan is offered to all full-time employees
  • Counseling services are available through the All Points Employee Assistance Program of Central Virginia
  • Group Life Insurance is provided for all full-time employees 
  • Liability insurance coverage and Worker's Compensation coverage is provided for all employees
  • Tax-sheltered annuities and other optional insurances and investment opportunities are available through payroll deduction.
  •  Employees may elect to shelter funds for out-of-pocket medical expenses and dependent care from taxes through a Section 125 plan administered by American Fidelity

Tuition Reimbursement

  • College tuition is supported through reimbursement at a capped rate each year

Leave

  • Annual leave, or vacation, is provided for all 12-month employees
  • Sick leave is granted on the basis of one (1) day for each month of employment, or 10 days for the regular 10-month contract (full-time employee). Sick leave, to a maximum of 90 days, may be transferred from other public school systems in Virginia
  • Professional leave is on a request-grant basis
  • Two personal leave days are granted annually to full-time personnel

Retirement

  • Participation in the Virginia Retirement System for all full-time public school personnel
  • Upon retirement from ACPS, all personnel who have been employed in ACPS for a minimum of 5 consecutive years will be paid for unused sick leave, up to 100 days

Employment Resources

 

ACPS Employment Information

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