Teacher (Elementary School)

Must hold a valid MS Educator License with endorsement code: 120 Job Category:Teacher Schedule:187 Licensed Position: YES Full Time: YES POSITION SUMMARY: The primary function of a teacher is the instruction, care, and discipline of students. The teacher is the facilitator of learning for students and is responsible for teaching skills and concepts that will enable students to function more successfully in contemporary society at the following levels: physically, intellectually, emotionally, and psychologically. QUALIFICATIONS: Possess proper certification and current licensure (Class "A") for the position as required by the Mississippi Department of Education in the field of instruction to which he/she is assigned Have met other qualifications and requirements as established by the school district ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Works closely with administration and staff to develop an appropriate instructional program Develops instructional lessons that align with the teaching assignment and consistent with adopted curriculum Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of all students Establishes appropriate plans for substitute teachers. Works with specific program and special education staff to best serve the educational needs of all students Attends IEPs and/or 504 meetings as required Creates an environment that is conducive to learning Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior Communicates expectations regarding student behavior to student and parent/guardian Monitors progress and interprets evaluation results of students on a regular basis and provide appropriate progress reports. Maintains accurate and completes records as required by law and Board policy Attends staff meetings, serves on committees, and participates in professional development activities Keeps a current inventory of classroom curriculum materials, supplies, and equipment Provides learning experiences for student aligned with their abilities and interest levels which promote high expectations for all students. Develops daily written lesson plans containing specific performance objectives Monitors student performance by becoming thoroughly familiar with the student's records Provides a safe and orderly atmosphere conducive to learning Develops and maintains a classroom discipline plan aligned with School Board policies and procedures Responsible for the supervision of students inside and outside of the classroom as required by school board policy Assists in the selection of supplies, materials, textbooks, and equipment to enhance the learning environment Strives for excellence in all school related endeavors Cooperates with local and district staff in planning and implementing system-wide goals and objectives Attends regular and called faculty meetings Keeps accurate records, utilizing test data to improve instruction, and provides students with feedback on completed assignments Maintains a current teaching certificate as required by state certification standards and local district policy Maintains good public relations with parents and students Assists in continuing the development of subject area curriculum objectives Maintains flexibility and be available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day or when requested to do so under reasonable terms Be cognizant of the rules and regulations, policies, and procedures governing special education programs within the school district Be knowledgeable of the istrict's curriculum, Mississippi Curriculum frameworks, Mississippi assessment System in his/her subject area(s) Participates cooperatively in the supervision-evaluation process for the purpose of improving instruction and student achievement Assists other teachers, as needed, in the instructional process Works collectively with other teachers in the sharing of ideas and skills Performs all other duties and responsibilities assigned by the principal in order to contribute to an effective school operation PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is a standard office setting and school/classroom combined with a server room. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high.