Teacher Pool

High School Teacher

To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the principal. Essential functions include planning, preparing and delivering lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning. Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.

Instructs and monitors students in the use of learning materials and equipment. Uses relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction. Manages student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures. Maintains discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school. Provides appropriate feedback on work. Encourages and monitors the progress of individual students and uses information to adjust teaching strategies.

Maintains accurate and complete records of students' progress and development. Updates all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations. Prepares required reports on students and activities. Participates in department, school, district and parent meetings. Communicates necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs. Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities.

Prepares classroom for class activities. Provides a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities. Observes and evaluates student's performance and development. Assigns and grades class work, homework, tests and assignments. Demonstrates preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds. Encourages parent and community involvement, obtains information for parents when requested, promptly returns phone calls and answers emails.

Participates in appropriate professional activities. Participates in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations as directed. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Ability

Required:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution or related field teaching Mississippi State certification in teaching in appropriate subject area. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis. Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.

Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology. Meet professional teacher education requirements of school, district and state.

Physical Requirements:

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.