Science Teacher - Chestnut Oaks Middle

Sumter School District; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumter School District is seeking a Science Teacher for Chestnut Oaks Middle School in Sumter, South Carolina. The teacher will plan and deliver science lessons, align with state standards, and maintain a productive learning environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and a valid SC Secondary Science teaching certificate. Experience with the district or PACE/Teachers of Tomorrow eligibility is a plus, and the role is a full-time position with a 190-day calendar.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above.
• Valid South Carolina teacher's certificate in Secondary Science.
• PACE/Teachers of Tomorrow Statement of Eligibility applicants are welcome to apply and will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
• Plans a program of study that meets individual student needs and state standards.
• Establishes clear objectives for all classroom activities and communicates these objectives to students.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media suited to the location and student needs.
• Uses effective classroom management to create a conducive learning environment.
• Strives to implement the District's philosophy of education and objectives.
• Takes precautions to protect students, equipment, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate records as required by law and policy.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree or above

South Carolina Secondary Science teaching certificate

PACE/Teachers of Tomorrow Statement of Eligibility

Job description

Science Teacher - Chestnut Oaks Middle

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Job Details

Job ID: 5890063

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 2:12 AM (UTC)

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree or above. Must have valid South Carolina teacher's certificate in Secondary Science. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Individuals with a PACE/Teachers of Tomorrow Statement of Eligibility are welcome to apply and will also be considered.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
2. Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of thestudents and state standards in the subject area.
3. Establishes clearobjectives for all classroom activities and communicates these objectivesto students.
4. Employs a variety ofinstructional 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.
5. Utilizes effective classroom management strategies to create a classroom environment that isconducive to learning and developmentally appropriate for students.
6. Strives to implement by instruction and action the District's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
7. Takes all the necessaryand reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials andfacilities.
8. Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, District policy, andadministrative regulation.
9. Performs all otherduties and responsibilities as assigned.

TERMS: 190 days. Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

EVALUATION:Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provision of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

Sumter School District is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

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

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Tiffany Walters
• 1345 Wilson Hall Road
• Sumter, South Carolina 29150
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]