Social Studies - Furman Middle

Sumter School District; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumter School District Furman Middle in Sumter, SC is seeking a qualified Social Studies teacher for the 190-day school year. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree or higher and a valid South Carolina certificate for Middle/Secondary Social Studies.

Responsibilities include planning instruction aligned to standards, meeting individual student needs, establishing clear objectives, employing diverse teaching methods, maintaining records, and supporting the district's educational goals.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Must hold a valid South Carolina certificate for Middle/Secondary Social Studies.
• Alternative certification through a state program is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned Social Studies classes as scheduled.
• Plans a program of study meeting state standards and student needs.
• Communicates objectives clearly to students.
• Uses varied instructional techniques and media.
• Maintains effective classroom management.
• Operates in accordance with the district's education philosophy and goals.
• Protects students and property.
• Maintains accurate records as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

SC teaching certificate

Alt cert encouraged

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

SC Middle/Secondary Social Studies certificate

Statement of Eligibility (alt cert)

Job description

Social Studies - Furman Middle

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This job is also posted in CERRA-SC

Job Details

Job ID: 5890064

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 Middle/Secondary Level Social Studies Education. Candidates with a valid Statement of Eligibility from a state-approved alternative certification program are also encouraged to apply. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

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 the students and state standards in the subject area.

3. Establishes clear objectives for all classroom activities and communicates these objectives to students.

4. 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.

5. Utilizes effective classroom management strategies to create a classroom environment that is conducive 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 necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.

8. Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulation.

9. Performs all other duties 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 > Social Studies: Current Issues

Classroom Teacher > Social Studies: General

Classroom Teacher > Social Studies: Government

Classroom Teacher > Social Studies: Military

Contact Information

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