8th Grade Science Teacher

Openings as of 6/9/2026

8th Grade Science Teacher

• Position Type: MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHING
• Date Posted: 6/5/2026
• Location:
  
  Southeast Middle (High-Needs School)
• Date Available:
  
  08/03/2026

Reports To:
Immediate Supervisor

Prepared By:
The Division of Human Resources

Pay Grade Range: TE308 to TI112

The job of Classroom Teacher is performed to support the instructional process by serving as a teacher responsible for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress.

• Collaborate with all stakeholders (students, parents, colleagues) to establish and maintain leadership and positive relationships, focusing on high expectations and continuous improvement for student learning.
• Design instruction (lesson plans, individualized instruction, addressing diverse learning styles/needs) to ensure all students are engaged and participating in learning objectives.
• Develop and guide learning in partnership with students, aligning with state and district standards.
• Evaluate student and class performance using assessment data to adjust instruction for improvement.
• Implement current best practice instruction and resources to enhance student learning.
• Maintain documentation and required reports to comply with site, district, state, and federal regulations.
• Manage classroom structure and procedures to create a positive, safe, and orderly environment.
• Model positive behaviors, promoting appropriate social and interpersonal conduct aligned with district goals.
• Oversee assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers, and student workers to support classroom effectiveness.
• Participate in meetings (team, building, professional growth, parent/teacher conferences) to convey or gather information.
• Respond to emergency situations, following protocols for safety and reporting.

Other duties as assigned related to the position.

• Bachelor's degree required. Current Louisiana teacher certification.

Work environment characteristics are representative of tasks performed and reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities.

Employees must maintain high professional conduct. Breach includes neglect of duty, dishonesty, unlawful activities, etc.

Proficient in general computer use, email communication, and job‑specific software.

New employees must verify qualifying years of experience via Verifent within first 6 months for retroactive payment. Verification must be received by Office of Human Resources.

The East Baton Rouge Parish School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, national origin, disability, or gender in its educational programs and activities. The Title IX Coordinator is Andrew Davis (ADavis6). The Section 504 Coordinator is Danielle Staten‑Ojo (DStaten).