Position Title:  Classroom Teacher

Location:  Various Locations

Reports to:  Building Principal 

Description of Position:  To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.  Work is performed under the supervision of the principal. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Providing quality work that engages students in learning
• Knowing how to teach the subject(s) to students
• Recognizing and responding appropriately to individual differences in students
• Differentiating instruction for a variety of developmental stages and ability levels
• Implementing the Mississippi College and Career Ready Standards that reflect the foundational expectations of what all students should know and be able to do in each grade
• Planning lessons in a logical sequence
• Demonstrating knowledge of the subjects to be taught and the relationship to other subjects
• Collaborating with other educators to create the most complete educational environment possible for students
• Using results of ongoing assessments to improve instruction
• Utilizing technology in the teaching and learning process
• Using a variety of assessments techniques and/or models to evaluate student performance
• Providing an environment that is safe, orderly, hazard-free, and conducive to learning
• Consistently implementing approved disciplinary measures to allow for effective instruction and classroom management
• Relating to parents and other community members in a positive and helpful manner
• Participating in school and district professional development in order to support school improvement and support student learning
• Adhering to policies and procedures established by district, state, and federal guidelines
• Maintaining accurate and complete records
• Enforcing rules and regulations as stated in the teacher and student handbook
• Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis
• Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College/University
• Minimum Class "A" Mississippi Teaching Certificate

All employees hired by the school district must pass a criminal background and child abuse registry check