Elementary Educator: Inspire Learning & Build Futures

Hattiesburg Public School District; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hattiesburg Public School District is seeking a dedicated TEACHER to plan, organize, and implement an effective instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment. The role guides students toward academic potential while adhering to district and state standards.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in education and/or related field, a valid educational license, and appropriate endorsements or training for the assigned course(s).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education and/or related field.
• Valid educational license.
• Appropriate endorsement and/training for assigned course(s)

Responsibilities

• Provides quality work that engages students in learning
• Possesses knowledge of subject matter content
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to individual differences in students
• Differentiates instruction for a variety of developmental stages and ability levels
• Implements adopted curriculum subject matter standards and assessment instruments to meet school and district goals
• Plans lessons in a logical sequence
• Demonstrates knowledge of the subjects to be taught and the relationship to other subjects
• Reflects on teaching and devising ways of improving performance on an ongoing basis
• Collaborates with other educators to create the most complete educational environment possible for students
• Uses a variety of assessment techniques and/or models to evaluate student performance
• Uses formative assessment to improve instruction
• Assumes responsibility for all students to ensure adequate yearly progress as determined by local, state, and federal standards
• Participates in the referral-to-placement process for students being referred for Child Find
• Utilizes technology in the teaching and learning process
• Provides a physical environment that is safe, orderly, hazard‑free, and conducive to learning
• Implements approved disciplinary measures to allow for effective instruction and classroom management
• Relates to parents and other community members, individual and corporate, in a positive and helpful fashion
• Writes, speaks, and presents instruction in a clear, concise, and well‑planned manner
• participates in self‑initiated and school/district‑initiated professional growth in order to maintain licensure and support school improvement efforts
• Adheres to policies and procedures established by district, state, and federal guidelines
• Submits required reports efficiently, promptly, and accurately
• Accepts responsibility for, and inventories classroom materials, textbooks, and equipment
• Accepts the responsibilities of co‑curricular and extra‑curricular duties as assigned by administration
• Participates in departmental/grade‑level teams, school‑level teams, and district‑level committees as requested
• Attends school‑related functions (e.g. PTA) outside the instructional day
• Maintains a safe, structured, and positive learning environment that supports student engagement and appropriate behavior.
• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance
• Supports the Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Education

Bachelor's degree in education and/or related field

Valid educational license

Appropriate endorsement and/training for assigned course(s)

Job description

Hattiesburg Public School District is seeking a dedicated TEACHER to plan, organize, and implement an effective instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment. The role guides students toward academic potential while adhering to district and state standards.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in education and/or related field, a valid educational license, and appropriate endorsements or training for the assigned course(s).