2026-2027 History Teacher

Applitrack; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack's Hattiesburg High School is seeking a Teacher for Social Studies/History at the high school level. You will plan and deliver instruction aligned with standards and support school improvement efforts.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in education and/or related field and a valid teaching license with endorsement for the assigned course. The role emphasizes engaging instruction, differentiation, and collaboration with colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education and/or related field.
• Valid educational license.
• Appropriate endorsement and/training for assigned course(s).

Responsibilities

• Provides quality work that engages students in learning.
• Possesses knowledge of subject matter content.
• Differentiates instruction for a variety of developmental stages and ability levels.
• Implements adopted curriculum standards and assessment instruments.
• Plans lessons in a logical sequence.
• Uses technology in the teaching and learning process.
• Maintains a safe, structured learning environment and effective classroom management.
• Collaborates with other educators to support student achievement.

Education

Bachelor's degree in education and/or related field

Valid educational license

Job description

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/ Social Studies - History
• Date Posted:
  9/28/2026
• Location:
  Hattiesburg High School

TITLE: TEACHER

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Bachelor's degree in education and/or related field
• 2. Valid educational license
• 3. Appropriate endorsement and/training for assigned course(s)

SUPERVISES: N/A

REPORTS TO:

Supervising Administrator

JOB GOAL:

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.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned, including, but are not limited to:
• 1. Provides quality work that engages students in learning
• 2. Possesses knowledge of subject matter content
• 3. Recognizes and responds appropriately to individual differences in students
• 4. Differentiates instruction for a variety of developmental stages and ability levels
• 5. Implements adopted curriculum subject matter standards and assessment instruments to meet school and district goals
• 6. Plans lessons in a logical sequence
• 7. Demonstrates knowledge of the subjects to be taught and the relationship to other subjects
• 8. Reflects on teaching and devising ways of improving performance on an ongoing basis
• 9. Collaborates with other educators to create the most complete educational environment possible for students
• 10. Uses a variety of assessment techniques and/or models to evaluate student performance
• 11. Uses formative assessment to improve instruction
• 12. Assumes responsibility for all students to ensure adequate yearly progress as determined by local, state, and federal standards
• 13. Participates in the referral-to-placement process for students being referred for Child Find
• 14. Utilizes technology in the teaching and learning process
• 15. Provides a physical environment that is safe, orderly, hazard-free, and conducive to learning
• 16. Implements approved disciplinary measures to allow for effective instruction and classroom management
• 17. Relates to parents and other community members, individual and corporate, in a positive and helpful fashion
• 18. Writes, speaks, and presents instruction in a clear, concise, and well-planned manner
• 19. participates in self-initiated and school/district-initiated professional growth in order to maintain licensure and support school improvement efforts
• 20. Adheres to policies and procedures established by district, state, and federal guidelines
• 21. Submits required reports efficiently, promptly, and accurately
• 22. Accepts responsibility for, and inventories classroom materials, textbooks, and equipment
• 23. Accepts the responsibilities of co-curricular and extra-curricular duties as assigned by administration

• 24. Participates in departmental/grade-level teams, school-level teams, and district-level committees as requested
• 25. Attends school-related functions (e.g. PTA) outside the instructional day
• 26. Maintains a safe, structured, and positive learning environment that supports student engagement and appropriate behavior.
• 27. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance
• 28. Supports the Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan
• 29. Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Trustees