26-27 1st Grade Teacher Sherman Ave

Vicksburg-Warren School District•Vicksburg, MS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Elementary Teacher will teach students in a manner that they can apply the knowledge and skill required for College and Career Readiness in accordance with the Mississippi Framework and Common Core Curriculum. This role involves instructing students in various subjects, developing lesson plans, and creating an effective learning environment. The teacher will also communicate with parents, assess student growth, and participate in professional development activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Possession of (or eligible for) a valid regular Mississippi teaching certificate.

Nice To Haves

Experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Teach students reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, and music.
Implement strategies outlined by the district.
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 the needs of each student.
Use a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, cooperative learning, lecture, and discovery.
Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize available time for instruction.
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
Evaluate students’ academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students’ progress and interpret the school program.
Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities and professional growth activities.
Participate cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which the teacher will be evaluated.
Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the day and on all field lessons.
Administer group standardized tests in accordance with state/district testing programs.
Participate in Professional Learning Communities, faculty committees, and the sponsorship of student activities.
Use student data to guide instruction and professional development.
Perform other duties as assigned.