School District Of Pickens County - Central, SC
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Central, SC
Educational Services
About the position
The Middle-Level Science Teacher position at the School District of Pickens County is responsible for delivering quality science education to middle school students. The teacher will report to the school's Principal and is expected to create a safe and stimulating learning environment while adhering to district policies and state regulations. This role requires effective planning, communication, and collaboration with students, parents, and faculty to enhance student achievement and address individual learning differences. The position is set to start on January 3, 2025, and will be a Letter of Agreement for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year.
Responsibilities
- Maintain an awareness of best practices and current research on instruction and instructional technology.
- Plan and develop effective strategies to increase student achievement by addressing individual learning differences.
- Carry out any other duties related to the instructional program as deemed necessary by the Superintendent or his/her designee.
- Have knowledge regarding curriculum, subject content, and developmental needs of students to offer appropriate learning experiences.
- Use data to gauge student progress and guide student instruction.
- Communicate with students, faculty, and community.
- Provide a safe, student-centered environment that is educationally stimulating and respectful.
- Advocate a professional manner and participate in professional development opportunities that promote proficiency in your field.
- Provide students with activities that deliver calculable results on recognized standards.
- Ability to work with others and accept individual differences among children.
- Assist students boarding and departing from school buses.
Requirements
- SC Certification in Middle Level or Secondary Science.
- Good physical and mental health.
- Ability to pass the Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) requirements.
- Ability to handle unforeseen situations in accordance with policy.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with IEP goals and objectives.
- Knowledge of instructional technology and best practices in education.
