Special Education Teacher 2026-2027 SY

Harrison; Mississippi; Presencial; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Harrison County School District seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for 2026-2027 with 187 instructional days. The role involves supporting students with disabilities, collaborating with staff, and delivering standards-aligned instruction in a structured, supportive environment at Diberville High School in Mississippi.

The candidate must hold or be eligible for Mississippi licensure, pass required background checks, and maintain a strong commitment to student growth and compliance with

Formación

• All instructional personnel shall be certified and licensed in accordance with state law and the regulations of the Mississippi Department of Education.
• Licensure transcripts shall be on file with the superintendent of education.
• Employees must pass criminal background and child abuse registry checks.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver an organized instructional program aligned to adopted standards.
• Differentiate instruction to meet student development and ability levels.
• Use ongoing assessment to guide instruction and measure progress.
• Collaborate with teachers to create an optimal educational environment for students.
• Communicate with parents and administers clearly and professionally.
• Participate in district professional development and adhere to policies.

Conocimientos

Certification/licensure in MS

Background check

Child abuse registry check

Satisfactory employment record

Descripción del empleo

Please carefully review the job posting information below.

Posting Name

Special Education Teacher 2026-2027 SY

Location

08 DIberville High

Posting Begin Date

09/28/2026

Posting End Date

N/A

Full Time

Yes

Job Category

Certified Application

Schedule

187 Days

Licensed Position

Yes

Description

Special Education Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS

• All instructional personnel shall be certified and licensed in accordance with state law and the regulations of the Mississippi Department of Education. Such licensure and transcripts of credits shall be on file in the office of the Superintendent of Education.
• In accordance with Mississippi Code S37-9-17, all personnel employed by the public-school system shall be required to pass a criminal background check and a current child abuse registry check.
• A satisfactory employment record.

SUPERVISES

Students, Teacher Assistants and Behavior Facilitator

REPORTS TO

Building principal, Assistant Principal, and Special Services Director.

JOB GOAL

To work closely with students with disabilities on a regular basis in an effort to provide them with the physical and emotional support they need to gain the full benefits from the special education program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• INSTRUCTION AND ASSESSMENT - The teacher will deliver the instructional program in an organized and effective manner by:
  • Providing quality work that engages students in learning.
  • Knowing how to teach the subject(s) to students.
  • Recognizing and responding appropriately to individual differences in students.
  • Differentiating instruction for a variety of developmental stages and ability levels.
  • Implementing adopted curriculum subject matter standards and assessment instruments to meet school and district goals.
  • Planning lessons in logical sequence.
  • Demonstrating knowledge of the subjects to be taught and the relationship to other subjects.
  • Reflecting on teaching and devising ways of improving performance on an ongoing basis.
  • Collaborating with other educators to create the most complete educational environment possible for students.
  • Continuously using a variety of assessment techniques and/or models to evaluate student performance.
  • Using results of ongoing assessment to improve instruction.
  • Assuming responsibility for all students to ensure adequate yearly progress as determined by local, state and federal standards.
  • Participating in the referral-to-placement process for students being referred for Child Study.
  • Utilizing technology in the teaching and learning process.
• CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT - The teacher will exhibit effective classroom management skills by:
  • Providing a physical environment that is safe, orderly, hazard free and conducive to learning.
  • Consistently implementing approved disciplinary measures to allow for effective instruction and classroom management.
  • Attending yearly restraint training classes provided by school district.
  • Be physically capable of straining students in the event of a crisis situation.
• COMMUNICATION - The teacher will exhibit effective communication skills by:
  • Relating to parents and other community members, individual and corporate, in a positive and helpful fashion.
  • Writing, speaking, and presenting in a clear, concise, and well-planned manner.
• PROFFESIONAL DEVELOPMENT - The teacher will exhibit professional growth by:
  • Participating in self-initiated and school/district initiated professional growth in order to maintain licensure and support school improvement efforts.
• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES - The teacher will comply with district and school policies by:
  • Adhering to policies and procedures established by district, state and federal guidelines.
  • Submitting required paperwork efficiently, promptly and accurately while meeting required deadlines.
  • Inventorying classroom materials, textbooks and equipment.
• OTHER DUTIES - The teacher will carry out all other assigned duties by:
  • Accepting the responsibilities of co-curricular and extra-curricular duties as assigned by administration.
  • Participating in departmental/grade level teams, school level teams and district level committees as requested.
  • Attending school-related functions (e.g. PTA) outside the instructional day.
  • Performing other duties as assigned by the administrator.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent of Education, Assistant Superintendent of Education, and Directors of Curriculum and Federal Programs.

EQUIPMENT

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, calculator and telephone.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travel to school district buildings, and professional meetings as required.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS, WORK HAZARDS

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Checklist of Duties for the Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

187-days annually with salary in accordance with the Administrative Salary Schedule as approved by the Harrison County School District.

EVALUATION

Performance of the Special Education Teacher will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions in the School Board Policies and Procedures.

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

Revision Date: 04/24/2023

School Board Approval Date:

By signing below the applicant/employee acknowledges reading and understanding the requirements of the Harrison County School District Job Description.

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