26-27 Art Teacher AOI

Young World Physical Education; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 41,580 - 50,820; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a full-time Art Teacher for the Academy of Innovation in Vicksburg, Mississippi. The role involves teaching students art in a way that encourages College and Career Readiness according to state guidelines.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree and a Mississippi teaching certificate. The salary for the position is $46,200 annually, with responsibilities including lesson planning, student evaluation, and communication with parents.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Teach students knowledge and skills for College and Career Readiness.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Evaluate students’ academic and social growth.

Skills

Teaching

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Mississippi teaching certificate

Job description

26-27 Art Teacher AOI

Vicksburg-Warren School District Academy of Innovation - Vicksburg, Mississippi

Job Details

Job ID: 5785564

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 27, 2026

Job Description

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

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Students and their learning.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teachers reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, and music to students in a classroom, utilizing the course of study required by the Mississippi Frameworks and Common Core.
• Implements the strategies outlined by the district.
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, cooperative learning, lecture, discovery, etc.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students’ progress and interpret the school program.
• Identifies student need and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude and learning problems.
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• 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, and the sponsorship of student activities.
• Uses student data to guide instruction and professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

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.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

187 Days

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $46,200 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Melissa Rouse , Principal
• Academy of Innovation
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]