A West Virginia educator has been dismissed from her position following her arrest on allegations of child sexual abuse.

Emily Joy Wise, 38, was apprehended by the West Virginia State Police on January 14, as reported by The Jackson Star Herald.

Wise faces charges related to the sexual abuse of a minor under 16, according to the records from the detention facility. Specifics regarding her alleged actions have not been disclosed.

Following her arrest, Emily Joy Wise has been terminated from her teaching role amid the ongoing investigation. (West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation)

Fox News Digital has reached out to the state police for further comment.

In a statement, Jackson County Schools said Wise had been terminated following her arrest involving “serious allegations.”

West Virginia State Police took Wise into custody. (West Virginia State Police)

“As required by the West Virginia Code, any employee subject to a fact-finding investigation involving conduct alleged to jeopardize the health, safety, or welfare of students must be immediately placed on suspension, the school district said. “This mandated action was taken by the school system immediately upon becoming aware of the allegation.”

“Ms. Wise is no longer employed by Jackson County Schools. In accordance with state law, the West Virginia Department of Education’s licensure agency has been notified of the arrest,” the statement continued. “All other mandatory reporting obligations have also been fulfilled.”

Wise was let go by Jackson County Schools. (iStock)

Wise is being held at South Central Regional Jail on $250,000 bail.