Classroom Teacher

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