Job Description:    Classroom Teacher     FLSA Status:     Exempt
Department:    Teaching     Reports to:    Principal
Location:    Schools     Salary Scales:    Teacher Scale (A-AAAA)
Position Type:     Full-Time     Salary Range:    $50,958-$83,920

Description of Position: To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the principal with support from curriculum specialists and academic coaches.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare Lesson Plans That Meet the Needs of Learners
Ensure lessons are aligned to standards and represent a coherent sequence of learning.
Prepare lessons with high levels of learning for all students.

Provide Quality Instruction That Leads to Student Understanding 
Assist students in taking responsibility for learning and monitor student learning.
Provide multiple ways for students to make meaning of content.
Recognize and respond appropriately to individual differences and developmental stages of students.

Maintain a Culture and Learning Environment That Promotes Student Learning
Manage a learning-focused classroom community.
Manage classroom space, time, and resources (including technology when appropriate) effectively for student learning.
Create and maintain a classroom of respect for all students.

Maintain a High Level of Professionalism
Engage in professional learning.
Establish and maintain effective communication with colleagues, students, and families/guardians.

Qualifications and Education Requirements
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College/University
Minimum Class "A" Mississippi Teaching Certificate
Subject required endorsement(s) to be "highly qualified".

**All employees hired by the school district must pass a criminal background and child abuse registry check.**
 

Preferred Skills
Works effectively in groups and is a team player.
Deals with conflict effectively.
Engages and motivates students to do their best.
Takes the initiative to be a continuous learner.
Demonstrates strong leadership skills.
 

Last Revised:    07/22/2025