26-27 VHS Interventionist

Vicksburg-Warren School District•Vicksburg, MS

19h•Onsite

About The Position

To teach students in a manner that they can apply the knowledge and skills required for College and Career Readiness in accordance with the Mississippi Framework and Common Core Curriculum. The position involves developing and implementing curriculum plans, preparing lessons with accommodations for individual differences, and assessing student learning. The teacher will work cooperatively with other staff, including special education teachers, and may supervise teacher aides and volunteers. Responsibilities include using technology, assisting students with study habits, assessing student achievement, and potentially assuming responsibility for extracurricular activities. The role requires instructing students in citizenship and subject matter, creating a conducive learning environment, managing student behavior, and taking precautions to protect students and materials. The teacher will also assist in selecting instructional materials, evaluating student growth, maintaining communication with parents, and identifying student needs. Professional development and participation in faculty meetings and committees are expected. The teacher will use student data to guide instruction and professional development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Possession of (or eligible for) a valid regular Mississippi teaching certificate
Ability to read and analyze, and interpret general business periodicals professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, and the general public.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct in compliance with the Mississippi Code of Ethics. Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty, dishonesty, and engagement in acts that are contrary to VWSD policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school district.

Nice To Haves

Experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Develops and implements plans for the curriculum program assigned and show written evidence of preparation as required
Prepares lessons that reflects accommodations for individual differences
Presents the subject matter according to guidelines established by MDE and the district
Plans and uses appropriate instructional/learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect accommodation for individual needs of students assigned
Conducts assessment of student learning styles and use results for instructional activities
Works cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students
Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to state/district requirements
Plans and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s)
Uses technologies in the teaching/learning process
Assists students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study
Consistently assess student achievement through formal and informal testing
Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and may sponsor outside activities approved by the school administrator
Implements the strategies outlined by the district.
Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter.
Presents a positive role model for students that support the mission of the school
Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of students
Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, cooperative learning, lecture, discovery, etc.
Manages student behavior in the classroom and administer discipline according to board policy and administrative regulations
Takes necessary and reasonable precaution to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials
Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports
Establishes and maintain open lines of communication with parents and students
Uses acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly
Identifies student need and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude and learning problems
Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by professional growth activities
Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which the teacher will be evaluated in conformance with state/district guidelines
Supervises students in out of classroom activities during the day and on all field lessons
Administers group standardized tests in accordance with state/district testing programs
Participates in Professional Learning Communities, faculty committees/meetings, and the sponsorship of student activities
Uses student data to guide instruction and professional development
Other duties as assigned