Student-Centered Teacher for Growth & Readiness

State of South Carolina; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School is seeking a dedicated, compassionate Certified Teacher to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will help students achieve academic success while supporting personal growth, leadership development, and preparation for future education and career opportunities.

The role emphasizes standards-aligned instruction, a positive classroom environment, collaboration with administrators and staff, and ongoing assessment to guide student learning and growth.

Qualifications

• Current South Carolina teaching certification in the appropriate subject area or eligibility for certification.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Administrative certification preferred.
• Prior administrative or school leadership experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Previous classroom teaching experience preferred.
• Strong classroom-management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds and with varying academic needs.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction.
• Create a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assess student learning and provide timely, meaningful feedback.
• Adapt instruction to meet diverse student learning needs.
• Collaborate with administrators, teachers, counselors, and support staff.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, and instructional documentation.
• Support students in developing academic, social, and career-readiness skills.
• Promote school expectations, responsibility, teamwork, and positive behavior.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school activities.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Perform other duties as assigned by school administration.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Teaching certification in SC

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Administrative certification preferred

Job description

Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School is seeking a dedicated, compassionate Certified Teacher to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will help students achieve academic success while supporting personal growth, leadership development, and preparation for future education and career opportunities.

The role emphasizes standards-aligned instruction, a positive classroom environment, collaboration with administrators and staff, and ongoing assessment to guide student learning and growth.