26-27 Special Education Early Ed Beechwood

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

Job summary

Beechwood Elementary School in Vicksburg, Mississippi seeks a Special Education Teacher to implement instruction aligned with the Mississippi Frameworks and Common Core. The role includes developing lesson plans, delivering individualized instruction, and monitoring student progress.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and a Mississippi teaching certificate with Special Education endorsement. The position is full-time for 187 days, with annual salary around $46,200.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and possession of, or eligibility for, a valid regular Mississippi teaching certificate with Special Education endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Teach reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education and music per Mississippi Frameworks and Common Core.
• Develop lesson plans and provide individualized and small group instruction to meet student needs.
• Monitor student progress, maintain records and communicate with parents about student progress.

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Mississippi teaching certificate with Special Education endorsement

Job description

26-27 Special Education Early Ed Beechwood

Beechwood Elementary School - Vicksburg, Mississippi (Vicksburg-Warren School District)

This job is also posted in Vicksburg Warren School District.

Job Details

Job ID: 5818517

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 27, 2026

Job Description

Special Education 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: Other duties may be assigned.

• 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 (ENDORSEMENT IN SPECIAL EDUCATION).

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

• David Adams , Principal
• Beechwood Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]