Middle School ELA

Middle School; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

York Preparatory Academy invites applications for an Open in Google Maps, Middle School ELA teacher role in Rock Hill, SC. This 12-month, full-time position requires aligning instruction with the charter, using approved curricula, and driving student growth through data-informed practice.

The role reports to the building principal; qualifications include SC teaching certification and strong communication skills. Salary ranges from 53,500 to 69,837 USD per year. Open until filled.

Qualifications

• South Carolina Teacher Certificate in an applicable area of emphasis.
• Demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administer curriculum aligned to school goals.
• Promotes a safe classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group instruction.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for effective student learning.
• Conducts ongoing assessment and adjusts instruction to meet diverse needs.
• Organizes accurate record-keeping, grading and reporting for student activities.

Education

South Carolina Teacher Certificate

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

YORK PREPARATORY ACADEMY

South Carolina Public Charter School District

Teacher

Exempt – Full Time

12 month agreements (August – July) 190 Days

Determined by Certification/Degree Building Principal

Every YPA Teacher is responsible for sustaining and improving excellent academic results for students. YPA Teachers align classroom instruction with the YPA Charter and end statements. Under the general supervision of the School Principal, they are expected to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing approved curriculum. They are also expected to examine and seek to improve their impact on an ongoing basis while keeping with the spirit of the school's Core Commitments.

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and administer curriculum consistent with school goals and
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed.
• Obtain outstanding measurable results in terms of both student growth and performance utilizing data driven instruction and project/inquiry-based
• Align instructional content and methods with outcomes expressed in the charter, annual operating plan and SC requirements.
• Participate in regular formal and informal evaluation & coaching. Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Create a positive learning environment in which students are actively engaged in the learning
• Establish a learning community within the classroom where all students are recognized for their strengths and student behavior expectations are
• Organizes and maintains a system of accurate and complete record-keeping, grading and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by procedures and applicable laws.
• Promote and maintain a safe and healthful environment in the classroom and
• Be knowledgeable of, and adhere to, all procedures and practices contained in the current employee, student and parent handbooks, and applicable state and federal laws.

• Other duties as may be

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education Skills/Efforts

South Carolina Teacher Certificate in an applicable area of emphasis.

Demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of effective and innovative instructional and student evaluation techniques a commitment to academic rigor, excellent judgment, and a strong aptitude for organization, planning and execution. YPA teachers are also expected to exhibit professional collaboration, integrity, enthusiasm, receptiveness, and excellence in communication, both verbal and written.

Working Conditions Classroom environment with limited exposure to outside conditions. Activities require movement/lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds.

York Preparatory Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Middle School ELA

York Preparatory Academy - (SC) Middle School - Rock Hill, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5985669

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $53,500 to $69,837 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jennifer McGugan , K-8 Principal
• Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]