Elementary Teacher (School for the Blind) #60010921

State of South Carolina; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement and savings plans

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting and flexible schedules

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking educators to implement district curricula and use data to guide instruction while maintaining a safe, student-centered classroom environment. You will develop IEPs and participate in educational team meetings to support students with diverse needs.

The role requires SC certification eligibility, a CAEP-approved training path, and a strong understanding of standards and pedagogy for sensory differences.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to implement effective communication modalities with students.
• Shows knowledge of current best practices, research, and pedagogy for sensory differences.
• Understands South Carolina State Standards and grade level curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Implement and refine district approved curriculum to meet evolving student needs.
• Gather, analyze data to measure progress, guide instruction, and provide timely feedback.
• Use technology to enhance student learning and classroom management.
• Maintain a safe, student-centered learning environment with clear behavioral expectations.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans in compliance with requirements.
• Attend meetings as part of the student’s educational team.

Skills

Communication modality

Best practices in pedagogy

Sensory differences pedagogy

Grade level standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Implement and refine district approved curriculum to meet the evolving educational needs of students. Systematically gather, analyze, and use data to measure student progress, guide instruction, and provide timely feedback. Uses technology effectively to enhance student learning and to manage the classroom. Maintain a safe, student-centered learning environment that is engaging and respectful. Manage classroom with clear, consistent expectations for student behavior with an aim to create a calm, safe, orderly learning community. Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans consistent with compliance requirements. Complete additional special education actions and attend meetings as applicable as part of a student’s educational team.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. Completion of a CAEP approved training program or eligible for South Carolina certification through the State Department of Education’s approved alternative certification routes. Valid South Carolina certification (or is eligible to obtain a South Carolina certificate) in the subject area(s) employed to teach. Ability to implement appropriate communication modality and/or to acquire requisite skills. Knowledge of and/or ability to acquire knowledge of the current best practices, research, and pedagogy required to meet the individual needs of students with sensory differences. Thorough understanding of grade level curriculum and the South Carolina State Standards. Ability to implement appropriate communication modality and/or to acquire requisite skills.

Additional Comments

If selected for an interview you must provide verification of your highest level of education (i.e., copy of Ba Degree, high school diploma, college transcripts) and if applicable, licensure and/or certification (i.e., nursing licensure, teacher licensure, bus driving certification).

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Do you have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No

Do you have a valid SC certificate in the subject area(s) employed to teach?

• Yes
• No

Have you previously been employed by the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question