Jackson Public School District in Jackson, Mississippi seeks Mathematics Teachers to meet and instruct assigned classes in the location and at the times designated. Plans a program of study that, as much as possible meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students. Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon requests of immediate superior. Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and – in harmony with the goals – establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.

Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or

student groups involved. Strives to implement by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives. Assesses the accomplishments of

students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required. Diagnoses the learning abilities of students on regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialist as required.

Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation. Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules

governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.

Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.

Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with department heads, evaluates their job performance. Strives to maintain and

improve professional competence. Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required. Supports and implements the CORE Literacy initiative and WOW (Working on the Works).

Jackson Public School District in Jackson, Mississippi is seeking Mathematics Teachers to teach students in elementary, middle school and high school. 

Mathematics Teacher positions are available in the Jackson Public School District in Jackson, Mississippi. Send resumes to tnalls@jackson.k12.ms.us. REFERENCE: MT/JPS. All Applicants must complete the School District's employment application and agree to a criminal background check. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree of Foreign Equivalent in any field. Employer will accept an academic equivalency evaluation found to be the equivalent of a US Bachelor's Degree by an accedited educational evaluation company. 

EXPERIENCE: 12 months of experience in the job offered. 

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Must have a valid Mississippi Teaching Certificate or Teaching Certificate from another state that makes an applicant eligible for a valid Mississippi Teaching Certificate.