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A Few Good Reasons: Berkeley County, West Virginia Cost of Living Index Comparisons Locaon, Locaon, Locaon – Berkeley County Schools is located in the eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. Our close proximity to the District of Columbia, and Balmore, MD; Pisburgh, PA and New York City make this locaon an excing place to live and an exceponal place to teach. Professional Development Opportunies – Proven research-based staff development acvies and a variety of graduate pro- gram opportunies available in the four state region. First year teacher mentorship programs offered to ensure educator success. Culturally Diverse School District - With enrollment exceeding 18,640 students, Berkeley County has the most diverse student populaon in West Virginia. Evolving Technology – Berkeley County Schools is recognized for opening the first LEED cerfied school in West Virginia. Wireless access is available district-wide, and educators are focused on preparing students to be 21st century learners using informaon technology. Connued Growth – A Universal Pre-K program and two new schools (since 2013) are excing addions to an exisng system of over 30 innovave educaonal facilies. Berkeley County WV Pittsburgh PA Winchester VA Frederick MD Washington DC Composite Index (100%) 90.6% 96.4% 101.9% 128.3% 141.6% Grocery Items 94.1% 99.0% 98.5% 109.2% 110.2% Ground Beef $4.00 $3.65 $4.49 $3.23 $3.36 1/2 Gallon Milk $2.44 $2.13 $2.54 $2.64 $2.67 Bread $1.45 $1.28 $1.34 $1.41 $1.42 Housing 76.3% 87.4% 98.5% 200.2% 246.4% Apartment Rent $808 $986 $844 $1,645 $1,973 Home Price $220,530 $241,321 $308,284 $635,072 $784,280 Utilities 92.2% 101.0% 103.1% 108.6% 96.9% Total Energy $138.67 $181.20 $182.89 $199.42 $163.63 Phone $29.88 $25.98 $27.03 $26.86 $27.32 Transportation 105.2% 107.9% 90.0% 105.2% 104.4% Gasoline $3.611 $3.652 $3.328 $3.665 $3.570 Tire Balance $12.37 $13.15 $8.30 $11.87 $12.40 Health Care 95.3% 96.8% 102.4% 92.0% 96.4% Doctor $110.58 $101.66 $100.89 $83.48 $87.41 Dentist $78.07 $86.88 $91.50 $81.57 $89.46 Optometrist $52.88 $107.00 $88.17 $71.34 $70.67 Misc. Goods 94.9% 97.2% 109.7% 93.5% 98.2% Movie $8.52 $9.52 $9.50 $11.65 $12.54 Pizza $9.98 $8.00 $8.87 $8.00 $8.00 Info obtained from The Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) 2014 Annual Average Data
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Berkeley County, West VirginiaCost of Living Index Comparisons
Location, Location, Location – Berkeley County Schools is located in the eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. Our close proximity to the District of Columbia, and Baltimore, MD; Pittsburgh, PA and New York City make this location an exciting place to live and an exceptional place to teach.
Professional Development Opportunities – Proven research-based staff development activities and a variety of graduate pro-gram opportunities available in the four state region. First year teacher mentorship programs offered to ensure educator success.
Culturally Diverse School District - With enrollment exceeding 18,640 students, Berkeley County has the most diverse student population in West Virginia.
Evolving Technology – Berkeley County Schools is recognized for opening the first LEED certified school in West Virginia. Wireless access is available district-wide, and educators are focused on preparing students to be 21st century learners using information technology.
Continued Growth – A Universal Pre-K program and two new schools (since 2013) are exciting additions to an existing system of over 30 innovative educational facilities.
Berkeley County WV Pittsburgh PA Winchester VA Frederick MD Washington DC
Composite Index (100%) 90.6% 96.4% 101.9% 128.3% 141.6%
Grocery Items 94.1% 99.0% 98.5% 109.2% 110.2% Ground Beef $4.00 $3.65 $4.49 $3.23 $3.36 1/2 Gallon Milk $2.44 $2.13 $2.54 $2.64 $2.67 Bread $1.45 $1.28 $1.34 $1.41 $1.42
Housing 76.3% 87.4% 98.5% 200.2% 246.4% Apartment Rent $808 $986 $844 $1,645 $1,973 Home Price $220,530 $241,321 $308,284 $635,072 $784,280
Utilities 92.2% 101.0% 103.1% 108.6% 96.9% Total Energy $138.67 $181.20 $182.89 $199.42 $163.63 Phone $29.88 $25.98 $27.03 $26.86 $27.32
Transportation 105.2% 107.9% 90.0% 105.2% 104.4% Gasoline $3.611 $3.652 $3.328 $3.665 $3.570 Tire Balance $12.37 $13.15 $8.30 $11.87 $12.40
Health Care 95.3% 96.8% 102.4% 92.0% 96.4% Doctor $110.58 $101.66 $100.89 $83.48 $87.41 Dentist $78.07 $86.88 $91.50 $81.57 $89.46 Optometrist $52.88 $107.00 $88.17 $71.34 $70.67
Misc. Goods 94.9% 97.2% 109.7% 93.5% 98.2% Movie $8.52 $9.52 $9.50 $11.65 $12.54 Pizza $9.98 $8.00 $8.87 $8.00 $8.00
Info obtained from The Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) 2014 Annual Average Data
Personal LeaveThree days per year for personal reasons.
Sick LeaveTwelve days per year, unlimited accumulation.
Sick Leave IncentiveAnnual Sick Leave Incentive Cash Bonus available for all employees.
Health InsuranceThe WV Public Employees Insurance Agency is a self-insured health fund, which provides a compre-hensive health care plan. Also included is a $10,000 term life insurance policy with the option to increase the coverage. Premiums are based on salary level and smoking status.
Dental InsuranceProvided at no cost to all permanent employees and their dependents.
Optical PlanProvided at no cost to all permanent employees.
Long Term Care InsuranceOffered through payroll deduction.
Retirement SystemEmployees contribute 6% of gross salary. Employer contributes 7.5% of gross salary. Defined benefit sys-tem.
Paid HolidaysSix paid out of school environment days and eight paid holidays per year.
2014-2015 Benefits
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West Virginia Housing Fund Low interest loans and low closing costs.
Housing Allowance Annual housing allowance payable in November.
Tax Sheltered Annuities Offered through payroll deduction.
Credit UnionAvailable to all employees.
Direct Payroll DepositAvailable to all employees.
Activity PassesProvided for free admission to all school events including athletic competitions.
New Teacher Orientation ProgramStipend is paid for participation.
Mentor programProvided at no cost to the employee.
Liability Insurance ($1 million)Provided at no cost to the employee.
Tuition ReimbursementTuition assistance for pursuing certification and highly qualified status in areas of critical need.
Certification Fees PaidProfessional certification fees paid for all regular profes-sional employees.
Check out our website www.berkeleycountyschools.org to view position openings, to file an application, or to request
additional information on our schools. 401 South Queen Street . Martinsburg, West Virginia 25401
Telephone 304.267.3500
Berkeley County SchoolsMany Reasons to Choose
Manny P. Arvon, Superintendent
