26-27 Kinder Teacher SAE

Vicksburg-Warren School District•Vicksburg, MS

About The Position

The Elementary Teacher teaches students in a manner that helps them apply the knowledge and skills required for college and career readiness, in accordance with the Mississippi Frameworks and Common Core Curriculum. The teacher instructs students in relevant subject matter, develops and delivers learning experiences, adapts instruction to student needs, and supports students’ academic and social growth. The position is for 187 days.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Possess, or be eligible for, a valid regular Mississippi teaching certificate with an Elementary Education endorsement for PreK–K, K–3, or K–6.

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Teach reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, and music using the course of study required by the Mississippi Frameworks and Common Core.
Implement strategies outlined by the district and instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter.
Develop lesson plans and instructional materials; provide individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to each student’s needs.
Use a variety of instructional strategies, including inquiry, group discussion, cooperative learning, lecture, and discovery.
Translate lesson plans into learning experiences that make effective use of available instructional time.
Establish and maintain student behavior standards that support a functional classroom learning environment.
Evaluate students’ academic and social growth, maintain appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
Communicate with parents through conferences and other means about student progress and the school program.
Identify student needs and work with other professional staff to assess and help students address health, attitude, and learning problems.
Create an effective learning environment through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
Maintain professional competence through in-service education and professional growth activities.
Work with the appropriate administrator to develop an evaluation method consistent with state and district guidelines.
Supervise students during out-of-classroom activities, including field lessons.
Administer group standardized tests in accordance with state and district testing programs.
Participate in Professional Learning Communities, faculty committees, and sponsorship of student activities.
Use student data to guide instruction and professional development.
Perform other duties as assigned.