Elementary Teacher (2026-2027 School Year)

Rock Hill School District•Rock Hill, SC

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Elementary Teacher creates a positive, engaging, and safe learning environment for students in grades 2–5. This role involves planning and delivering standards-based instruction, assessing student progress, and fostering the social, emotional, and academic growth of all learners.

Requirements

Exceptional knowledge of the needs of students.
Knowledge needed to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and to speak effectively with students and/or employees in a school environment.
Knowledge of federal and South Carolina state laws and regulations.
Knowledge of effective and innovative instructional and student evaluation techniques.
Strong skills in classroom management, collaboration, and differentiated instruction.
Strong communication skills with students, staff, administration, and the public.
Understanding a child’s behavior and dynamics.
Skilled in problem solving and patience.
Ability to establish and effective working relationships with students, staff and the community.
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
Ability to fulfill the dexterity and physical requirements of the work and effectively attend to students.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Application of percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations is required.
South Carolina certification in Elementary Education (Grades 2-6)
Experience with differentiated instruction and inclusive teaching practices
Familiar with educational technology tools
Strong classroom management skills and a growth-oriented mindset
Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License or ability to provide own transportation
May be required to travel to school district buildings and professional meetings
Prior to beginning employment, negative tb test results must be provided
Applicants must submit official transcripts, three professional references with at least one supervisory reference and a copy of the appropriate credentials as part of the application process.
The recommended candidate will be required to provide personal information necessary to complete the background check such as date of birth, gender, and race to remain in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and deliver daily lessons in core subject areas (e.g., reading, writing, math, science, and social studies).
Align instruction with district and South Carolina state curriculum standards.
Differentiate lessons to meet diverse learning needs and abilities.
Integrate technology and hands-on activities to enhance learning.
Establish and maintain clear rules, routines, and expectations.
Foster a respectful, inclusive, and positive classroom climate.
Manage student behavior using proactive and restorative strategies.
Assess student learning using formal and informal methods.
Maintain accurate records of student performance and attendance.
Analyze assessment data to guide instruction.
Communicate progress to students, parents/guardians, and administrators.
Support students’ social-emotional development.
Provide additional instructional support for struggling learners.
Collaborate with special education staff, interventionists, and support personnel.
Communicate regularly with families through conferences, notes, and digital platforms.
Work collaboratively with grade-level teams and school staff.
Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and school events.
Create a safe, organized, and engaging learning environment.
Promote a culture of curiosity, critical thinking, and respect.
Display student work and maintain an attractive classroom setting.