US History Teacher VHS

26-27 US History Teacher VHS

Vicksburg-Warren School District, Vicksburg High School – Vicksburg, Mississippi

Job : 5603068
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Jun 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Jul 27, 2026

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.

• Develop and implement plans for the curriculum program assigned and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual differences.
• Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by MDE and the district.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional/learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect accommodation for individual needs of students assigned.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results for instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students.
• Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to state/district requirements.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s).
• Use technologies in the teaching/learning process.
• Assist students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study.
• Consistently assess student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and may sponsor outside activities approved by the school administrator.
• Implement the strategies outlined by the district.
• Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter.
• Present a positive role model for students that support the mission of the school.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Use a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, cooperative learning, lecture, discovery, etc.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom and administer discipline according to board policy and administrative regulations.
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Evaluate students’ academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with parents and students.
• Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude and learning problems.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by professional growth activities.
• Participate cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which the teacher will be evaluated in conformance with state/district guidelines.
• Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the day and on all field lessons.
• Administer group standardized tests in accordance with state/district testing programs.
• Participate in Professional Learning Communities, faculty committees/meetings, and the sponsorship of student activities.
• Use student data to guide instruction and professional development.

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

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $46,200 Per Year

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Robert Lamkin, Principal
• Vicksburg High School
• Phone:
• Email: robert.lamkin