Impactful Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Sumter School District; New Furman Heights (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumter School District is seeking a Middle School Social Studies teacher to meet and instruct assigned classes according to a 190-day calendar. The position requires a bachelor's degree or higher and a valid South Carolina certificate in Middle/Secondary Social Studies education, with alternative certification routes welcomed.

The teacher will plan lessons aligned to state standards, establish clear objectives, and employ varied instructional techniques while maintaining records and ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above required.
• Must have valid South Carolina teacher's certificate in Middle/Secondary Level Social Studies Education.
• Candidates with a valid Statement of Eligibility from a state-approved alternative certification program are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students and state standards in the subject area.
• Establishes clear objectives for all classroom activities and communicates these objectives to students.
• 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.
• Utilizes effective classroom management strategies to create a classroom environment conducive to learning and developmentally appropriate for students.
• Strives to implement by instruction and action the District's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulation.
• Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree or above

South Carolina teacher's certificate in Middle/Secondary Social Studies

Alternative certification program eligibility

Job description

Sumter School District is seeking a Middle School Social Studies teacher to meet and instruct assigned classes according to a 190-day calendar. The position requires a bachelor's degree or higher and a valid South Carolina certificate in Middle/Secondary Social Studies education, with alternative certification routes welcomed.

The teacher will plan lessons aligned to state standards, establish clear objectives, and employ varied instructional techniques while maintaining records and ensuring