IDEA Resource Teacher

Please e-mail your request to Dr. Jennifer Necaise, Principal, jnecaise@ossdms.org POSITION: IDEA RESOURCE TEACHER - UPPER ELEMENTARY (IDEA) Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (SCD) Significant Cognitively Disabled COMMENCING DATE: JULY 2026 Qualifications Class A Mississippi Teacher's License: 221-Mild/Moderate Disability (K-12)/ 206-Emotional Disability (K-12) Knowledge and skills in classroom instructional methods and management Commitment to student-centered learning Knowledge of Mississippi College and Career readiness standards Commitment to integration of technology into daily instruction Interpersonal skills in working with students, professional colleagues, administration, parents, and community Strong written and oral communication skills: grammar, spelling, punctuation Good physical condition with ability to lift 50 pounds LENGTH OF CONTRACT: 187 days per school year JOB DESCRIPTION: Teach classes in accordance with all policies and procedures as stated in Ocean Springs School Board Policies. SALARY: Commensurate with the Ocean Springs salary schedule for certified positions for the 2026-2027 school year. Any person desiring to transfer within the system must adhere to School Board Policy GBE. The Ocean Springs School District employs qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of non-related medical condition or handicap.