Middle Level Social Studies Teacher

York Middle School; York (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

York Middle School in York, South Carolina is seeking a Middle Level Social Studies Teacher to join York School District One. Immediate start.

Qualifications include South Carolina certification or eligibility, a Bachelor's Degree, and a strong technology and communication skill set. The role emphasizes planning, classroom management, collaboration with staff, and meeting district goals; typically 190 days per year with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• South Carolina certification for the position or eligible for certification.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Strong background in technology skills and applications.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Alternatives considered by the Board as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes as scheduled.
• Plans a program of study to meet student needs.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Prepares for classes and shows evidence of preparation.
• Encourages students to maintain classroom standards.
• Guides learning toward curriculum goals and communicates objectives.
• Uses varied instructional techniques and media.
• Strives to implement district education goals and objectives.
• Assesses student progress and provides reports as required.
• Maintains records and supports district policies.
• Maintains safety and discipline in the classroom.
• Be available to students and parents outside instructional hours.
• Plans and supervises assignments for aides and collaborates with departments.

Skills

Tech skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree

South Carolina certification or eligible

Job description

Middle Level Social Studies Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5944612

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications:

• South Carolinacertification as required for the position or eligible for appropriate certification
• Bachelor's Degree
• Strong background in technology skills and applications
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Performance Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals in harmony with the district goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate 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.
• Strives to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• 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.
• 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.
• Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) when assigned and evaluates their job performance; works cooperatively with department heads if applicable.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.

Terms of Employment

190 days per school year; salary and work year to be established by the Board

Working Conditions

Office environment with little exposure to environmental conditions. Physical demands are restricted to general office activities requiring the movement/lifting of items weighing up to twenty-five pounds. Routine local travel is required; occasional overnight travel is required. Requires the ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require considerable attention and meeting deadlines.

Evaluation

The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation.

EEO Statement

York School District One does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, handicap, sex, age, alienage, or national origin as required by applicable state and federal laws.

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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Jennifer Bolin , Director of Human Resources
• 1475 East Liberty St.
• York, South Carolina 29745
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]