Secondary Math Teacher; Pool

Starting Date: Aug 4, 2025

• The target content areas are:
  Special Education (All grade levels), Math (grades 6-12), Physics, Chemistry and English Second Language (ESL) (All grade levels). Subject to change based on critical shortage areas.
• To receive the target content stipend, the teacher must hold a Louisiana Level 1+ Teaching Certificate or Out of State Certification in content area.

• Promote the mental, physical, emotional and social growth of any student assigned.

• Use available instructional materials and a variety of techniques in providing opportunities for student achievement and development.
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of appropriate developmental practices for young children.
• Keep accurate, neat records including class lists, attendance, health records, roll book, report cards, and permanent folders.
• Maintain an attractive classroom, reporting unsafe conditions when repairs are needed.
• Develop and implement proper classroom management techniques.
• Complete reports, assignments and records in a timely fashion.
• Collect lunch and/or activity monies as may be necessary.
• Plan and prepare for classes, submitting lesson plans weekly.
• Report regularly and punctually to assigned work locations.
• Report promptly for all assigned duties.
• Notify the principal or designated person of impending absence.
• Supply substitutes with adequate plans and materials.
• Maintain properly the books and equipment assigned to the class.
• Become knowledgeable about methods, programs, curriculum guides, procedure bulletins, and available resources in the system.
• Use a variety of methods for diagnosis and/or placement purposes.
• Exhibit self-control and decorum for student emulation.
• Provide for individual differences.
• Continually evaluate student progress and plan with student needs in mind.
• Cooperate with school-based and central office personnel.
• Encourage parents to be informed of student progress and needs.
• Demonstrate evidence of professional growth, participate in inservice training and contribute to faculty meetings and/or faculty studies.
• Conform to Louisiana laws concerning the education, health, safety and welfare of assigned students.
• Assist in development and implementation of quality education in Jefferson Parish Public Schools.
• Plan for and actively participate in the evaluation process.
• Perform all other duties assigned by the principal.

• The teacher will work in a school setting, climate controlled environment adhering to School board energy policy and in the outside areas which are subject to climate extremes.
• Work day consists of teacher hours at assigned school site according to bargaining unit agreement.

• A teacher must be able to effectively communicate English both orally and in writing. Must have ability to accurately give and receive information via telecommunication system and must be able to communicate successfully and pleasantly with students, parents, and school personnel.

• Telephone, audio‑visual equipment, classroom computer, copy machine, laminator, calculator, and other appropriate machines.

• Standing, walking, reaching, bending and lifting 10 pounds is sometimes required. Must be able to operate classroom equipment.
• Must be able to physically transfer, restrain or position special education students as required.

• Must be able to plan and implement appropriate education programs for all students.
• Must be able to understand and interpret written and verbal instructions.
• Must keep accurate, up‑to‑date written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to comply with state and parish regulations.
• Must be able to utilize effective classroom management techniques.

• Must be able to work cooperatively with students, parents, and school personnel.
• Must be able to respond positively to supervision and accept suggestions for improvement.

• College Degree
• Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate
• Certification in area of assignment

• JP Schools offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with…