ELA Teacher (2026-2027)

PAUL KNOX MIDDLE SCHOOL

North Augusta (SC)

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USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

PAUL KNOX MIDDLE SCHOOL in North Augusta, South Carolina, seeks an ELA Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires delivering district-approved English/Language Arts instruction to middle-level students, maintaining records, and communicating with parents and administration.

The ideal candidate holds a four-year degree and a valid South Carolina teaching certificate; prior classroom management and curriculum alignment experience are desirable.

Qualifications

Minimum of a four-year degree in area of major study.
Valid SC Teaching Certificate for subject area as required by SC Department of Education.

Responsibilities

Teaches District approved curriculum.
Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student needs.
Prepares for classes assigned.
Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law and district policy.
Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum alignment

Lesson planning

Communication

Technology proficiency

Education

Four-year degree

SC Teaching Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Aiken County Public Schools PAUL KNOX MIDDLE SCHOOL - North Augusta, South Carolina

ELA Teacher (2026-2027)

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This job is also posted in Aiken County Public School District , and CERRA-SC

Job Details

Job ID: 5976257

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Title: Teacher, Middle Level

Department: School

Reports To: Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY

Instructs students in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth in the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaches District approved curriculum.
Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
Prepares for classes assigned.
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect student, equipment, materials, and facilities.
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.
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.
Assists the administration in implementing all policies and 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.
Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
Performs other duties as may be assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Minimum of a four-year degree in area of major study.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid SC Teaching Certificate for subject area as required by South Carolina Department of Education

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversees the work of assigned instructional aides and volunteers.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures and instructional manuals. Ability to design and write professional development plans, reports and data entry procedures. Ability to effectively present professional development and training and respond to questions from groups of educators, trainees, media, administrators and organization members.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and in the display and interpretation of data. Ability to apply basic concepts of statistical analysis, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to interpret and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work related issues and problems. Ability to quickly assess employee, departmental, and administrative needs and provide timely feedback. Ability to identify student adjustment and/or academic problems, provide counseling and/or recommend appropriate remedial action to parents. Ability to supervise students and maintain order in various classroom and instructional activities and situations. Recognizes and follows the appropriate procedures in the “chain of command” as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures. Presents a positive image of the District at all times.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. Ability to operate a personal computer and related software. Knowledge in the methods for developing lesson plans and materials, and classroom activities which stimulate learning. Knowledge of counseling methods necessary for handling student academic and adjustment problems. Knowledge of the materials and information which must be prepared for classroom instructional activities. Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, and the school community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to develop effective working relationships with staff and district employees. Ability to implement a flexible work schedule to meet the reporting deadlines. Proficiency with Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required. Ability to perform duties with a high level of detail and accuracy. Ability to self-monitor and manage multiple tasks while working individually and with members of a group.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds such as boxes of materials. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as furniture or boxes of materials.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, listen and/or reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision. Some driving required. Duties of the job require frequent use of a computer monitor and related equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Office environment with limited exposure to environmental conditions. The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

190 Days

Teacher Pay Scale

Position Type

Full-Time

Job Categories

Classroom Teacher > English & Language Arts

Job Requirements