What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher/World History position at Madison County Schools?
Position Type:
High School Teaching/Social Studies - History
Date Posted:
6/19/2024
Location:
Velma Jackson High School
Date Available:
07/25/2024
Closing Date:
07/08/2024
All Applicants must Apply Online:
Applicants must hold a valid MS Educator License with an endorsement code: 192
Job Title: Teacher/World History
Reports To: Principals
FLSA Status: Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
The primary function of a teacher is the instruction, care, and discipline of students. The teacher is the facilitator of learning for students and responsible for teaching skills and concepts that will enable students to function more successfully in contemporary society at the following levels: physically, intellectually, emotionally, and psychologically.
QUALIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is a standard office setting and school/classroom combined with a server room. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high.
High School Teaching/Social Studies - History
Date Posted:
6/19/2024
Location:
Velma Jackson High School
Date Available:
07/25/2024
Closing Date:
07/08/2024
All Applicants must Apply Online:
Applicants must hold a valid MS Educator License with an endorsement code: 192
Job Title: Teacher/World History
Reports To: Principals
FLSA Status: Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
The primary function of a teacher is the instruction, care, and discipline of students. The teacher is the facilitator of learning for students and responsible for teaching skills and concepts that will enable students to function more successfully in contemporary society at the following levels: physically, intellectually, emotionally, and psychologically.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possess proper certification and current licensure (Class "A") for the position as required by the Mississippi Department of Education in the field of instruction to which he/she is assigned.Have met other qualifications and requirements as established by the school district
- Works closely with administration and staff to develop an appropriate instructional program.Develops instructional lessons that align with the teaching assignment and consistent with adopted curriculum.
- Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of all studentsEstablishes appropriate plans for substitute teachers.Works with specific program and special education staff to best serve the educational needs of all studentsAttends IEPs and/or 504 meetings as required.Creates an environment that is conducive to learning.Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior.Communicates expectations regarding student behavior to student and parent/guardian.Monitors progress and interpret evaluation results of students on a regular basis and provide appropriate progress reportsMaintains accurate and complete records as required by law and Board policyAttends staff meetings, serves on committees, and participates in professional development activitiesKeeps a current inventory of classroom curriculum materials, supplies, and equipmentProvides learning experiences for student aligned with their abilities and interest levels which promote high expectations for all studentsDevelops daily written lesson plans containing specific performance objectives.Monitors student performance by becoming thoroughly familiar with the student's recordsProvides a safe and orderly atmosphere conducive to learning.Develops and maintains a classroom discipline plan aligned with School Board policies and proceduresBe responsible for the supervision of students inside and outside of the classroom as required by school board policyAssists in the selection of supplies, materials, textbooks, and equipment to enhance the learning environment•Strives for excellence in all school related endeavors.Cooperates with local and district staff in planning and implementing system-wide goals and objectives.Attends regular and called faculty meetings.Keeps accurate records, utilizing test data to improve instruction, and provides students with feedback on completed assignmentsMaintains a current teaching certificate as required by state certification standards and local district policyBe punctual and conscientious in school attendance and participate in related functions as assigned by the principalAssists in upholding and enforcing school rules and regulations, administrative procedures, and School board policiesMaintains good public relations with parents and students.Assists in continuing the development of subject area curriculum objectives.Maintains flexibility and be available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day or when requested to do so under reasonable termsBe cognizant of the rules and regulations, policies, and procedures governing special education programs within the school districtBe knowledgeable of the district's curriculum, Mississippi Curriculum frameworks, Mississippi assessment System in his/her subject area(s)•Participates cooperatively in the supervision-evaluation process for the purpose of improving instruction and student achievementAssists other teachers, as needed, in the instructional process•Works collectively with other teachers in the sharing of ideas and skillsPerforms all other duties and responsibilities assigned by the principal in order to contribute to in effective school operation
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is a standard office setting and school/classroom combined with a server room. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high.
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