Elementary Teacher (Target School)- PreK Sped Teacher

BOUDREAUX ELEMENTARY; Terrytown (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Target school stipend $2,000

Job summary

BOUDREAUX ELEMENTARY in Terrytown, LA, is seeking an Elementary Teacher (Target School) – PreK sped teacher to support students with greatest needs. A $2,000 stipend is offered for selecting a target school in the first year; 183-day work year; salary commensurate with degree and teaching experience.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree and a valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate or eligibility for a Practitioner's License, with certification in the assignment area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate or eligible for Practitioner’s License as confirmed by a local university.
• Certification in area of assignment required.

Responsibilities

• Use a variety of instructional materials and techniques to promote student achievement.
• Maintain accurate records and an organized classroom environment.
• Plan lessons weekly and deliver high-quality instruction.
• Communicate regularly with parents about student progress.
• Adhere to district policies and state laws.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Louisiana Teaching Certificate

Certification in area of assignment

Job description

Elementary Teacher (Target School)- PreK Sped Teacher

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This job is also posted in Jefferson Parish Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5964193

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Job Description

To ensure our students with the greatest need have access to high-performing, certified teachers and quality instruction, the district will continue to offer a $2,000 stipend to teachers who select a target school for the first year of teaching at that school. A target school is a school that has over 90% of economically disadvantaged students and/or the English Language Learners exceed 30% of the student population.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Teaching Certificate or
• Eligible for a Practitioner's License as confirmed by a local university

LENGTH OF WORK YEAR:

• 183 Days

SALARY RANGE:

• Commensurate with degree and certified teaching experience(to be verified)

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promote the mental, physical, emotional and social growth of any student assigned.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Uses available instructional materials and a variety of techniques in providing opportunities for student achievement and development.
• Demonstrates knowledge and application of appropriate developmental practices for young children.
• Keeps accurate, neat records including class lists, attendance, health records, roll book, report cards, and permanent folders.
• Maintains an attractive classroom, reporting unsafe conditions when repairs are needed. 5. Develops and implements proper classroom management techniques.
• Completes reports, assignments and records in a timely fashion.
• Collects lunch and/or activity monies as may be necessary.
• Plans and prepares for classes, submitting lesson plans weekly.
• Reports regularly and punctually to assigned work locations.
• Reports promptly for all assigned duties.
• Notifies the principal or designated person of impending absence.
• Supplies substitutes with adequate plans and materials.
• Maintains properly the books and equipment assigned to the class.
• Becomes knowledgeable about methods, programs, curriculum guides, procedure bulletins, and available resources in the system.
• Uses a variety of methods for diagnosis and/or placement purposes.
• Exhibits self-control and decorum for student emulation.
• Provides for individual differences.
• Continually evaluates student progress and plan with student needs in mind.
• Cooperates with school-based and central office personnel.
• Encourages parent to be informed of the student's progress and needs.
• Demonstrates evidence of professional growth, participates in inservice training and contributes to faculty meetings and/or faculty studies.
• Conforms to Louisiana laws concerning the education, health, safety and welfare of assigned students.
• Assists in the development and implementation of quality education in Jefferson Parish Public Schools.
• Plans for and actively participates in the evaluation process.
• Performs all other duties assigned by the principal.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/HOURS WORKED:

• The teacher will work in a school setting, climate controlled environment adhering to School board energy policy and in the outside areas which are subject to climate extremes.
• Work day consists of teacher hours at assigned school site according to bargaining unitagreement.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

• A teacher must be able to effectively communicate English both orally and in writing.
• Must have ability to accurately give and receive information via tele-communication system and must be able to communicate successfully and pleasantly with students, parents, and school personnel.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Telephone, audio-visual equipment, classroom computer, copy machine, laminator, calculator, and other appropriate machines.

PHYSICAL INVOLVEMENT:

• Standing, walking, reaching, bending and lifting 10 pounds is sometimes required. Must be able to operate classroom equipment.
• Must be able to physically transfer, restrain or position special education students as required.

MENTAL INVOLVEMENT:

• Must be able to plan and implement appropriate education programs for all students.
• Must be able to understand and interpret written and verbal instructions.
• Must keep accurate, up-to-date written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to comply with state and parish regulations.
• Must be able to utilize effective classroom management techniques.

HUMAN RELATIONS INVOLVEMENT:

• Must be able to work cooperatively with students, parents, and school personnel. Must be able to respond positively to supervision and accept suggestions for improvement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• College Degree
• Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate
• Certification in area of assignment

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kiplyn Pereira , Principal
• BOUDREAUX ELEMENTARY
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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