Math Teacher

Lafayette County School District, Lafayette High School – Oxford, Mississippi

Position:
Teacher

Location:

Lafayette County School District, Lafayette High School – Oxford, Mississippi

Reports to:

Building Principal

Starting Date:
Immediately

Job : 5510686

Final date to receive applications: April 1, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: January 23, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the principal.

• Providing quality work that engages students in learning.
• Writing, speaking and presenting information.
• Knowing how to teach the subject(s) to students.
• Implementing the Mississippi College and Career Ready Standards that reflect the foundational expectations of what ALL students should know and be able to do in each grade.
• Recognizing and responding appropriately to individual differences in students.
• Differentiating instruction for a variety of developmental stages and ability levels.
• Planning lessons in a logical sequence.
• Collaborating with other educators to create the most complete educational environment possible for students.
• Using a variety of assessment techniques and/or models to evaluate student performance.
• Utilizing technology and the devices as a tool in the teaching and learning process.
• Using results of ongoing assessments to improve instruction.
• Providing an environment that is safe, orderly, hazard-free, and conducive to learning.
• Consistently implementing approved disciplinary actions to allow for effective instruction and classroom management.
• Relating to parents and other community members in a positive and helpful manner.
• Participating in school and district professional development in order to support school improvement and support student learning.
• Attending regular and called faculty meetings.
• Enforcing rules and regulations as stated in the teacher and student handbook.
• Adhering to policies and procedures established by district, state, and federal guidelines.
• Maintaining accurate and complete records.
• Performing all other duties and responsibilities assigned by the principal in order to contribute to an effective school operation.
• Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College/University.
• Minimum Class “A” Mississippi Teaching Certificate issued by the Mississippi State Department of Education.
• All employees hired by the school district must pass a criminal background and child abuse registry check.

• Works effectively in groups and becomes a team player.
• Deals with conflict effectively.
• Engages and motivates students to do their best.
• Possesses adequate knowledge of their content area(s).
• Communicates with staff, students, parents and community effectively.
• Takes the initiative to be a continuous learner.
• Demonstrates strong leadership skills.

Full-Time

• Eric Robertson, Principal
• Lafayette High School
• Email: eric.robertson