2026-2027 School Year - K-6 Elementary Education Teacher-Enterprise

Young World Physical Education; Brookhaven (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln County School District in Brookhaven, Mississippi seeks an Elementary Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The 187-day contract focuses on K-6 instruction and collaborative planning with the building team.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Education, a valid MS Teaching Certificate, and a commitment to high expectations, strong communication, and a positive learning environment for all students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university.
• MS Teaching Certificate or the ability to obtain one with endorsements.
• Commitment to all students' learning and high expectations.
• Excellent attendance and communication skills.
• Knowledge of best instructional practices.
• Ability to work with students, staff, parents, and community.
• Ethical and professional standards as set by the State Board of Education.
• Willingness to pursue ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Developing students’ cognitive capacity and respect for learning.
• Positively fostering students’ self-esteem.
• Working with and understanding a diverse student population.
• Integration of leadership, technology, and communication into the curriculum.
• Planning for and guiding the learning process to help students achieve program objectives.
• Maintaining a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Implementing useful diagnostic and progress assessment measures.
• Selecting and using effective instructional methods and learning materials.
• Establishing a cooperative relationship with all assigned students.
• Maintaining open lines of communication with parents/ guardians/ staff.
• Engaging in professional growth activities through an ongoing program of job related knowledge and skill development.
• Working collaboratively to achieve the overall purpose of the school’s program and support the District’s vision, aims and goals.
• Integrating of the themes of leadership, technology, and communication with a diverse population.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education

MS Teaching Certificate or equivalent

Job description

2026-2027 School Year - K-6 Elementary Education Teacher-Enterprise

Lincoln County School District (MS) Enterprise - Brookhaven, Mississippi Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 5840390
• Application Deadline: Oct 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
• Posted: Jul 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university.
• A valid MS Teaching Certificate or the ability to obtain one with appropriate endorsement(s)
• A demonstrated philosophy that all students can and will learn.
• Excellent attendance record
• Excellent communication skills - oral and written
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of best instructional practices
• Positive interpersonal skills
• Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
• Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
• This individual will exhibit skills pertinent to foster positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents and the community.
• A willingness and demonstrated abilities conducive to a continuous quest for quality education.

Other Information

• Reports to: Building Principal
• Work Schedule: 187 Day Contract

Responsibilities

• Developing students’ cognitive capacity and respect for learning
• Positively fostering students’ self-esteem
• Working with and understanding a diverse student population
• Integration of leadership, technology, and communication into the curriculum
• Planning for and guiding the learning process to help students achieve program objectives
• Maintaining a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning
• Implementing useful diagnostic and progress assessment measures
• Selecting and using effective instructional methods and learning materials
• Establishing a cooperative relationship with all assigned students
• Maintaining open lines of communication with parents/ guardians/ staff
• Engaging in professional growth activities through an ongoing program of job related knowledge and skill development
• Working collaboratively to achieve the overall purpose of the school’s program and support the District’s vision, aims and goals
• Integrating of the themes of leadership, technology, and communication with a diverse population

How To Apply

You must complete the entire online application to be considered for a position.

Please also provide complete reference information for each reference including name, address, phone and email address.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Aligned with the mission of the Lincoln County School District is the commitment to educational equity for all students, staff, and patrons of the school system. In all places and in all activities of the Lincoln County School District, it is expected that every individual will be treated in a fair and equitable manner. All conduct will reflect a belief in the dignity and value of each person regardless of the individual's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizenship status, or economic status.