Elementary Teacher 2026-2027 SY

About the role

Elementary Teacher for the 2026‑2027 school year at 46 River Oaks Elementary (full‑time). The teacher will help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women, reporting to the Building Principal, Assistant Principal, and/or Directors.

Responsibilities

• Abide by the standards of conduct defined by the Mississippi Educator Code of Ethics.
• Plan, organize and conduct a program of instruction based on the Mississippi Standards/Frameworks.
• Assume custody of assigned pupils and take precautions to ensure pupil safety and general welfare.
• Participate in pre‑school conferences and in‑service training programs unless school duty conflicts.
• Perform extra‑curricular duties assigned by the principal (room, hall, playground, etc.).
• Coordinate with other professional staff, especially within grade level/department, and participate in faculty meetings and committees.
• Keep classes in session each day during school hours and not dismiss them without prior principal consent.
• Be responsible for all school property and equipment entrusted to them.
• Ensure student conduct conforms to school standards and district policies, establishing and maintaining behavior standards needed for a functional learning atmosphere.
• Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record‑keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Make requests to the School Board through the principal and superintendent.
• Be strictly accountable to the principal and superintendent for performance of teaching duties.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials, translating them into learning experiences to develop sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize instructional time.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, modifying instructional methods to fit individual student needs, including students with special needs.
• If terminating employment during the school year, provide lesson plans for at least two weeks in advance for the replacement teacher.
• Promote a classroom environment safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning.
• Notify the principal or designee directly of any anticipated absences, obtaining prior approval when required.
• Encourage parental involvement in student’s education and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
• Abide by all reasonable rules and assignments set down by the principal and other administrative personnel.
• Avoid doctrinal, sectarian, and denominational teaching.
• Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field