9th-12th Grade Science Teacher- Alcorn Central High School

Alcorn School District

Mississippi

On-site

USD 38,000 - 52,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Job summary

Alcorn Central High School in Mississippi is seeking a dedicated 9th-12th grade science teacher. You will develop and administer curricula, create lesson plans, and adapt instruction to meet diverse student needs while maintaining a safe, supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities include conducting ongoing assessments, communicating with families, and participating in district initiatives to promote student success and literacy in science concepts.

Qualifications

  • Proven ability to develop and implement curriculum aligned with district goals.
  • Strong classroom management and strategies for diverse learning needs.
  • Excellent communication with students, parents and staff.

Responsibilities

  • Develops and administers curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
  • Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction.
  • Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences.
  • Promotes critical thinking and analysis of information and current issues.
  • Organizes and maintains accurate records of student achievement and attendance.
  • Encourages parental involvement and effective communication with families.

Skills

Curriculum development
Classroom management
Communication with students/parents
Differentiated instruction
Professional growth

Education

Bachelor's degree in education
Master's degree preferred

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

9th-12th Grade Science Teacher- Alcorn Central High School JobID: 1511

  • Position Type: High School Teaching/ High School Teacher
  • Date Posted: 9/17/2026
  • Location: Alcorn Central High School
  • Date Available: ASAP
High School Teacher
Essential Functions
  • Develops and administers curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
  • Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
  • Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop unit organization around historical problems.
  • Promotes the formation of attitudes and skills that will enable students to analyze intelligently the world around them so that they can be constructively participating members of a free society predicated on the rule of law.
  • Fosters an understanding of the continuity and patterns of human behavior through the ages, an understanding of humanity's major problems and approaches to their solution(s).
  • Demonstrates the manner in which the past provides a comparative basis from which to evaluate the nature of current issues and predict courses of action for the future, with cross reference to contemporary matters of importance.
  • Develops students' research skills, through a variety of reading and writing assignments to stimulate self-reliance in problem-solving through effective utilization of library materials.
  • Promotes students' critical analysis of the effect media has on the flow of information and shaping of public discourse, and encourage students to seek out and compare alternative sources of information concerning the key issues of their world.
  • Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
  • Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
  • Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
  • Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
  • Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school`s standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
  • Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
  • Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Equipment
  • Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
  • Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
  • Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
  • Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
  • Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
  • Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
  • Ability to organize and coordinate work.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
  • Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Qualifications Profile
Certification / License
  • MSState Certification as a Certified Teacher with 181 and 185 Endorsement.
Education
  • Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
  • Masters Degree preferred.
Experience
  • Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
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