Teacher, Grade 4; Sy

Position

TEACHER, GRADE 4 (SY2627) – Jackson Public Schools MS Spann Elementary School, Jackson, Mississippi.

Job : 5815949

Final date to receive applications: Jul 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the location and at the times designated.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and provides written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate superior.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for lessons, units, projects, and related activities.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location and the needs of all learners.
• Strives to implement by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students regularly and provides progress reports as required.
• Diagnoses student learning abilities and seeks assistance from district specialists as needed.
• Takes necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies governing student life and conduct; develops reasonable classroom rules and maintains order fairly.
• Provides availability to students and parents for education‑related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s) and evaluates their performance in collaboration with department heads.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on mandatory staff committees.
• Supports and implements the CORE Literacy initiative and WOW (Working on the Works).
• Performs other related duties as requested or assigned.

• Certificate, license, or other legal credential required.
• Degree(s) required in the area of major study.
• Relevant prior job experience in a related field.
• Alternative qualifications may be accepted at the Board’s discretion.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Classification:
Teacher (Generic)

Scale:
Teacher

Grade: A-AAAA

Days Employed: 190 per school year

Range: $49,278.00 – $80,502.00 annually

Overtime:
Exempt

Full‑Time