Secondary Teachers Vicksburg High School

TITLE:

Secondary Teacher

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal

JOB GOAL:
To teach students in a manner that they can apply the knowledge and skills required for College and Career Readiness in accordance with the Mississippi Framework and Common Core Curriculum.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Students and their learning.

• Develops and implements plans for the curriculum program assigned and shows written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepares lessons that reflect accommodations for individual differences.
• Presents the subject matter according to guidelines established by MDE and the district.
• Plans and uses appropriate instructional/learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect accommodation for individual needs of students assigned.
• Conducts assessment of student learning styles and uses results for instructional activities.
• Works cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students.
• Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to state/district requirements.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s).
• Uses technologies in the teaching/learning process.
• Assists students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study.
• Consistently assesses student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and may sponsor outside activities approved by the school administrator.
• Implements the strategies outlined by the district.
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter.
• Presents a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, cooperative learning, lecture, discovery, etc.
• Manages student behavior in the classroom and administers discipline according to board policy and administrative regulations.
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with parents and students.
• Uses acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by professional growth activities.
• Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which the teacher will be evaluated in conformance with state/district guidelines.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the day and on all field lessons.
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with state/district testing programs.
• Participates in Professional Learning Communities, faculty committees/meetings, and the sponsorship of student activities.
• Uses student data to guide instruction and professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university;
Experience preferred but not required. Possession of (or eligible for) a valid regular Mississippi teaching certificate.

187 Days