Middle Level Science Certified Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Estill (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hampton County School District Estill Middle School in Estill, South Carolina is seeking a certified middle level science teacher. The role reports to the principal and involves implementing engaging science instruction for grades 6-8.

The position requires state certification and a bachelor’s degree, with strong classroom management and communication skills. Daily duties include planning, assessment, and collaboration with staff to support student growth.

Qualifications

• State certification as a middle level science teacher or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree required; teaching license for SC preferred.
• Proficiency with classroom technology and standard software.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging science instruction to middle school students.
• Plan lessons, assessments, and activities aligned to standards.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate student progress to families.
• Collaborate with staff and participate in district initiatives.

Skills

Instruction

Classroom management

Communication

Lesson planning

Education

State certification

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Hampton County School District Estill Middle School - Estill, South Carolina

Middle Level Science Certified Teacher

Job Details

• Job ID: 5578894
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Re-Posted: Jul 07, 2026 2:01 AM (UTC)

Job Description

• Job Title: Teacher
• Department/School: Reports To: Principal
• Job Category: Certified
• Daily Hours: 8.00
• FLSA Category: Non-Exempt
• Work Days: 190
• Salary Schedule: Certified Teacher Salary Scale 2025-2026
• Pay Grades: Bachelors-Doctorate

Job Summary: Under general supervision assists students in learning subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible adults. Reports to the school principal.

Essential Job Functions

• Cooperates in developing a program of continuous progress consistent with District goals and objectives to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of pupils.
• Keeps abreast of changes in District policies and students' needs and interests.
• Establishes clear and appropriate objectives for all classroom activities and communicates these objectives to students.
• Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required. Analyzes the progress of individual students on a regular basis and seeks appropriate assistance as needed.
• Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of pupils.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteers and evaluates their performance. Provides adequate plans for substitute teachers and evaluates their performance.
• Seeks the cooperation and assistance of parents through oral or written communication and/or home visits.
• Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education related purposes when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by state or federal law, District policies, and administrative regulations.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and to properly care for all property, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies.
• Is punctual and responsible in performing all duties and activities as assigned.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life, conduct and behavior in a fair and just manner.
• Provides for his/her own professional growth through an on-going program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced course work at institutions of higher learning.
• Participates in school or District staff development programs as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent.
• Attends staff meetings, serves on staff committees as requested, and accepts a share of responsibility for co-curricular or other activities as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent.
• Recognizes and follows the appropriate procedures in the "chain of command" as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures.
• Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities.
• Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility.
• Maintains high quality communication and interaction with internal and external entities with whom the position interacts.
• Performs routine administrative / office tasks as required, including but not limited to preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, sending and receiving faxes, entering and retrieving computer data, etc.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by the Superintendent of Schools.

Education and Experience

• Education and experience as required by state certification authorities.
• Proficient in computers and word processing software; or any equivalent combination of training software and experience that provide required knowledge.
• Supports the vision, mission and beliefs of Hampton County School District.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the policies, procedures and activities of the school District which pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Knowledge in the methods for developing lesson plans and materials, and classroom activities which stimulate learning.
• Knowledge of the records, forms and reports which must be prepared and maintained.
• Knowledge of proper maintenance of equipment, materials and supplies used in daily activities.
• 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.

Skills/Effort

• Ability to provide instruction to students through explanation, demonstration and/or supervised practice.
• Ability to supervise students and maintain order in various classroom and instructional activities and situations.
• Ability to operate general office equipment in the performance of daily activities.
• Ability to prepare lesson plans, tests, and instructional materials for classroom activities.
• Ability to identify student adjustment and/or academic problems, provide counseling and/or recommend appropriate remedial action to parents.
• Ability to communicate effectively with

Working Conditions

• Conducts duties in a classroom environment with some exposure to environmental conditions.
• Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require constant attention and working with students.
• Job requires the operation of standard office equipment.
• Physical demands are restricted to general office activities requiring movement/lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require meeting tight deadlines, considerable attention and working with both adults and students.

Disclaimer Statement

This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required. The administration has the exclusion right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

• Classroom Teacher > Science: Astronomy
• Classroom Teacher > Science: Earth & Space
• Classroom Teacher > Science: General

Contact Information

• Conchita Bostick
• PO BOX 1028
• ESTILL, South Carolina 29918
• Email: [e-mail]