26-27 Elem Teacher 2nd grade

South Park Elementary; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

South Park Elementary in Vicksburg, MS is seeking a 2nd grade elementary teacher to deliver instruction aligned with the Mississippi Framework and Common Core. The role involves reading and language arts, math, science, and social studies with diverse instructional strategies.

You will develop lesson plans, assess student progress, maintain records, and communicate with families about student growth. A bachelor’s degree and MS teaching certificate are required, with $44,200 annual salary

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 reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, and music to students in a classroom, utilizing required curriculum.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students’ progress and interpret the school program.
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with state/district testing programs.
• Participates in Professional Learning Communities and school activities, and uses student data to guide instruction.

Skills

Classroom instruction

Lesson planning

Student assessment

Parental communication

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Mississippi teaching certificate

Job description

Vicksburg-Warren School District South Park Elementary - Vicksburg, Mississippi Open in Google Maps

26-27 Elem Teacher 2nd grade

Vicksburg-Warren School District South Park Elementary - Vicksburg, Mississippi Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5634469
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Apr 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 27, 2026

Job Description

Elementary Teacher

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 centres
• 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: $44,200 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tiffany Hicks , Principal
• South Park Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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