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Bates Elementary School

TEACHER, GRADE 5 (Science) (SY2627 )

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An Elementary School Teacher teaches elementary school students, usually children ages 5 - 11 who are in kindergarten through fifth or sixth grade, in a public or private school. Teaches all subjects, including reading, writing, math, social studies and science, to one class throughout the school year. Plans curriculum and assesses student progress, manages student behavior and communicates with school parents. May specialize in teaching music, art or physical education, or teach students that are learning English, or work with students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.

$61,983 / year median in Mississippi

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

TEACHER, GRADE 5
(Science) (SY2627 ) Bates Elementary School - 4.7 Jackson, MS Job Details Full-time $49,278 - $80,502 a year 1 hour ago Qualifications Volunteer support Student supervision Committee work Staff supervision Student progress monitoring Behavioral standards enforcement in schools Student report writing Student record keeping Educational material preparation Mid-level Individualized instructions Bachelor's degree Classroom organization for children Working with students Experience working with 5th graders Parent communication in school administration Accommodations in instruction Educational program planning Elementary school teaching experience Multimedia presentations (teaching method) Teaching science School policy and procedure enforcement Overseeing student conduct policies Student engagement classroom management Student needs assessment Student progress notes Student assessment Performance evaluation Full Job Description Jackson Public Schools MSBates Elementary School -
Jackson, Mississippi Job Details Job ID:
5918833
Application Deadline:
Oct 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Today Starting Date:
Immediately Job Description
TEACHER, GRADE 5
(Science) Qualifications Certificate, license, or other legal credential required Degree(s) required in area of major study Kind and amount of prior job experience required Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable Reports To Person designated by the Board or the superintendent Supervises N/A Job Goal To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women. Essential Functions Meets and instructs 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). Performs other related duties as requested or assigned. Evaluation Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.
Salary Information Classification:
Teacher (Generic)
Scale:
Teacher Grade:
A-AAAA Days Employed:
190 per school year
Range:
$49,278.00 - $80,502.00 annually
Overtime:
Exempt Codes MS Personnel/Accreditation Data:
Varies based on
MDE Course Code Book JPSD Job Position Title:
Position Type:
Full-Time Job Requirements Bachelor degree preferred. Contact Information

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance