2026-2027 7th Grade Math Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Hazlehurst (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Hazlehurst, Mississippi, is hiring a full-time educator focused on providing students with essential academic skills. The ideal candidate will have a Special Education Endorsement and demonstrate effective teaching practices aligned with state benchmarks.

This role requires strong classroom management skills, the ability to evaluate student progress, and a commitment to professional development. The position aims to foster a positive learning environment to support student success.

Qualifications

• Must have a Special Education Endorsement.
• Demonstrates knowledge of subject matter.
• Able to accommodate individual differences and learning styles.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective classroom management.
• Deliver instruction aligned with state benchmarks.
• Conduct evaluations of student progress.

Skills

Effective teaching practices

Classroom management

Knowledge of state benchmarks

Technology integration

Education

Special Education Endorsement

Job description

Job Overview

Job Goal: To provide students with academic skills necessary to function in daily living, for achieving success on state and national achievement tests, and to serve as a foundation for learning at the next grade level.

Special Education Endorsement: Must have.

Starting Date: Immediately.

Lesson Plans

• Utilizes and references district and/or state mandated competencies, objectives, and/or benchmarks.
• Uses a variety of effective teaching procedures, materials/media, and assessments appropriate for learners.
• Documents and reports to the principal the completion of and progress on state benchmarks, blueprints, and writing rubrics.

Classroom Management

• Attends to routine tasks during the initial minutes of class.
• Uses instructional time effectively and promotes a high amount of time on task.
• Promotes a positive and safe classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Provides for smooth transition from one activity to another.
• Maintains appropriate classroom discipline and poise and self‑control.
• Establishes high expectations for learners and promotes active learner participation.
• Shows evidence of appropriate and positive student‑teacher interaction.
• Monitors access and usage of the internet.

Delivery of Instruction

• Aligns all instructional material to state benchmarks, blueprints, rubrics, and assessments.
• Delivers instruction connecting state benchmarks, blueprints, teaching strategies, student interventions, and other state supporting materials to the student performance requirements of the state assessment program.

Follows Lesson Cycle

• Shows evidence of student achievement (grade proficiency) and growth based on the Mississippi Assessment System over a two‑year period.
• Provides guided practice activities for students.
• Uses an interest‑based approach to introduce the lesson.
• Motivates students with the purpose and importance of the lesson.
• Provides instruction appropriate for the level of the learner.
• Presents lesson in an appropriate scope and sequence.
• Provides learners with appropriate practice on lesson content.
• Adjusts instruction and re‑teaches as necessary.
• Provides appropriate lesson closure.

Effective Teaching Practices

• Demonstrates knowledge of subject matter.
• Accommodates individual differences and learning styles.
• Uses a variety of instructional techniques or methods.
• Communicates directions clearly and uses correct oral and written communication.
• Uses technology and instructional aides effectively.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for teaching and learning.
• Addresses the varied achievement levels of students.
• Demonstrates concern for students as individuals.
• Documents instruction based on state benchmarks.

Evaluation of Student Progress

• Links state assessments to classroom instruction.
• Uses a variety of evaluation methods.
• Provides appropriate evaluation feedback to students, parents, and administrators in a timely manner.
• Maintains records of student performance (grade books, progress reports, rubrics, benchmarks, etc.).
• Shows evidence of student achievement and growth based on the Mississippi testing program.
• Incorporates test items that mimic the format and level of difficulty of state test items.
• Utilizes state writing rubrics to evaluate progress on written assignments.
• Administers and reports progress on state practice tests as required.
• Reports student progress toward mastery of state required benchmark items as assessed through the state assessment program to the principal each nine‑week period.

Professional Responsibility

• Dresses in an appropriate and professional manner.
• Arrives on time and remains until the designated time to leave for all assignments.
• Complies with school policies, State Department of Education regulations, School Board policies, and supports the school system.
• Attends all meetings, workshops, and in‑service training programs required by the school or district.
• Demonstrates professional behavior at all times with the community, administrators, teachers, parents, and students.
• Maintains equipment and fixed assets according to district policy.
• Seeks professional development activities to address personal professional growth.
• Promotes the district's vision, mission, and goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Type: Full‑Time.