Secondary Teacher -English Teacher

HIGGINS HIGH; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Higgins High in Marrero, LA seeks a Secondary English Teacher to join Jefferson Parish Schools. The teacher will promote student growth, plan lessons, assess progress, manage classroom environment and communicate with parents and staff.

The role is full-time, starting Aug 1, 2026, with responsibilities spanning instructional planning, record-keeping, and active participation in school initiatives. Competitive compensation is provided based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
• Certification in the area of assignment.
• College degree required.

Responsibilities

• Promotes the mental, physical, emotional and social growth of students.
• Uses instructional materials and a variety of techniques to support student achievement.
• Maintains accurate records including attendance, health records, and grade books.
• Plans and prepares weekly lesson plans and submits them.
• Communicates with parents and staff regarding student progress.
• Maintains classroom management and safety, reports unsafe conditions.

Skills

Communication

Classroom Management

Student Assessment

Education

College Degree

Louisiana Teaching Certificate

Certification in area of assignment

Job description

Secondary Teacher -English Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5976505

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Job Description

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.
• 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

Compensation:

• JP Schools offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.
• JPSchoolsalso offers a competitive benefits package.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades

Contact Information

• STEPHANIE DILLON , Principal
• HIGGINS HIGH
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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