Middle School Teacher 2026-2027

Responsibilities

• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Prepare lessons that reflect best practices and accommodations for individual differences of students.
• Show written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishing clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with best practices and the needs of the students.
• Strive to implement the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Achieve student learning through observations, authentic performance, and formal methods, providing frequent feedback.
• Utilize diagnostic assessment tools to identify the learning strengths and needs of every student regularly.
• Create and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aides, teaching fellows, and co-teachers, coaching and supporting their growth.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, assessments, activities, materials, and technology that reflect accommodations for the individual needs of the students assigned.
• Work cooperatively with the Students Support Coordinator to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Assist students in analyzing and improving study methods and habits.
• Maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Develop reasonable rules for classroom behavior and maintain order in a fair and just manner.
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to assure safety in the classroom and the school.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Seek assistance from Student Support Services as needed.
• Make provisions to be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside of the instructional day.
• Provide time in the evening for questions and concerns from students and/or parents that could not be handled during the school day.
• Communicate with parents, students, and school leaders through conferences.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Provide a positive role model for students, staff, parents, and community members by demonstrating behavior that is professional, ethical, responsible, and aligned with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Mississippi Educators.
• Demonstrate the use of appropriate and effective techniques for engaging parents and the community.
• Maintain and improve professional competence.
• Participate in all professional development opportunities.
• Actively participate in team meetings and serve on staff committees.
• Participate in community outreach opportunities.

Qualifications

• Possess an unwavering commitment to Ambition Prep’s mission, students, families and community through the implementation of policies and procedures.
• Believe that every student can learn at an advanced level regardless of race, culture, or socioeconomic status.
• Be able to efficiently adapt in an ambiguous, fast-paced, start-up environment.
• Be team-oriented and display a professional level of a growth mindset, maturity, flexibility, promptness, commitment, and organization.
• Be receptive to constructive feedback with the ability to remodel positive behavior precisely and effectively keeping the common goal of every student in mind.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• Successfully pass a background check.
• Have Mississippi teaching certification for the level and/or subject area of assignment, if applicable.
• Have strong computer skills, including Google Suite.
• Have experience working with under-resourced communities, families, and/or students.
• Have demonstrated success in building relationships and trust with leaders, teachers, parents, and community.
• Have experience managing and influencing teams and individuals to meet specific and strategic outcomes.
• Have proven written and verbal communication skills with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.

Benefits

Compensation offered includes a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience.

Disclaimer

This job description describes the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals hired into this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. Ambition Prep reserves the right to change any or all content of this job description based on business needs.