Teacher Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Requires a valid South Carolina teaching certificate or eligibility for South Carolina teaching certificate in the appropriate certified area.
• Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of remaining standing for extended periods of time, writing on a chalkboard, stooping, kneeling and crouching, and some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12 to 20 pounds).
• Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.
• Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving assignments and/or directions from supervisors and lecturing / giving instruction and/or assignments to students and assistants.
• Requires the ability to read a variety of policy and procedure manuals, curriculum materials, texts, computer manuals, etc.
• Requires the ability to enter data into a computer and prepare reports, records, teaching materials, correspondence, etc., with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech.
• Must be able to speak with poise, voice control and confidence and to articulate information to others.
• Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in oral, written, diagrammatic or schedule form.
• Requires the ability to use influence systems in classroom teaching and the supervision of assistants and students.
• Requires the ability to make independent judgments in the absence of supervisor; to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.
• Must have the ability to comprehend and interpret received information and the ability to comprehend and implement basic office machinery functions.
• Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow and give oral and written instructions; to counsel and teach students.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with persons of varying ages and educational/cultural backgrounds and using the terminology applicable to the subject area(s) taught.
• Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, to multiply and divide, to determine percentages and decimals, to determine time.
• Must be able to use practical applications of fractions, percentages, ratio and proportion.
• Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape, and visually read various information.
• Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using automated office equipment and communications machinery.
• Requires the ability to handle a variety of items including computer keyboards, office equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
• Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
• Must be adaptable to performing under minimal levels of stress when confronted with an emergency or tight deadline.
• The worker may be subject to danger or risk to a slight degree, or to tension as a regular, consistent part of the job.
• Requires the ability to talk and hear: (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear).
• Must be able to hear and understand communications through a telephone.
• Is knowledgeable in the methods, policies and procedures of the Florence 1 Schools pertaining to specific duties of the Teacher.
• Is knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Has knowledge of the organization of the department and of related departments and agencies.
• Has the ability to comprehend, interpret and apply regulations, procedures and related information.
• Has thorough knowledge of the subject area(s) assigned to teach; has skill in the interpretation of subject matter to the intellectual level of students taught.
• Is able to create and present innovative, effective, developmentally appropriate course and lesson plans.
• Has knowledge of the characteristics of the age group assigned.
• Is able to establish and maintain positive relationships and work effectively with adults and students.
• Is able to supervise, guide and support students with patience and kindness.
• Is able to motivate students to participate in educational and extracurricular activities and to want to learn.
• Is able to recognize signs of learning, physical, mental and social disabilities and take appropriate action.
• Is able to provide assistance, support and/or skills development opportunities to parents as required.
• Is able to perform job tasks professionally in an environment where discrimination and other public issues are constant concerns.
• Has knowledge of and is able to use modern office practices and equipment, including computers.
• Has knowledge of proper English usage, vocabulary, punctuation and spelling; has the mathematical ability to handle required calculations.
• Is skilled in applying a responsible attention to detail as necessary in preparing records, reports and correspondence.
• Is able to read and interpret various materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.
• Is able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision.
• Is able to use independent judgment in performing tasks.
• Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities.
• Is able to offer assistance to fellow employees as necessary.
• Knows how to maintain effective relationships with co-workers, personnel of other departments, parents, students and members of the public through contact and cooperation.
• Has knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the industry.
• Knows how to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations.
• Has the ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency.
• Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities.
• Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility.
• Maintains high quality communication and interaction with internal and external entities with whom the position interacts.
• Performs described Essential Functions and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce a quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations.
• Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work.
• Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, policy, standards and prescribed procedures.
• Maintains accountability for assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.
• Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness.
• Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.
• Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities.
• Strives to anticipate work to be accomplished, and initiates proper and acceptable action for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.
• Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility.
• Identifies issues or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives.
• Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to issues or situations.
• Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors.
• Seeks expert or experienced advice where appropriate and researches issues, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.
• Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of the same.
• Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with established policies or procedures, etc.
• Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation intra- and inter-departmentally.
• Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors and co-workers for mutual benefit.
• Contributes to maintaining high morale among all employees.
• Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships inter- and intra-departmentally, and with external entities with whom the position interacts.
• Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints in order to establish and maintain good will.
• Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image.
• Plans and organizes daily work routine.
• Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology.
• Avoids duplication of effort.
• Estimates expected time of completion of work elements and establishes a personal schedule accordingly.
• Attends required meetings, planning sessions and discussions on time.
• Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.
• Adheres to all established safety and housekeeping standards.
• Ensures such standards are not violated.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children in an educational setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plans a program of study that meets the needs, interests and abilities of students.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Plans and prepares lesson plans and related activities for individual students or assigned classes.
• Grades work completed by students; maintains accurate records of test scores / grades.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Reports suspected learning and other disabilities to District specialist(s) as appropriate.
• Maintains accurate, complete and up-to-date records as required by law, District policy and administrative regulation.
• Assists the school administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct; develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Monitors the activities/behavior of the student body as scheduled to ensure student safety and well-being.
• Assists individual students in need of special attention.
• Supervises the work of teaching assistants and/or volunteers.
• Maintains positive relationships with parents; schedules and conducts parent-teacher conferences; facilitates parent education workshops and conducts home visits as necessary.
• Maintains inventory of classroom supplies and equipment; prepares supply requisitions as needed.
• Coordinates and/or participates in special programs, projects or events as required; serves as adviser to student organizations, staffs and committees as appropriate.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on various staff committees as required.
• Participates in staff in-service training and continuing education as required.
• Makes arrangements for substitute instructors as needed.
• Operates various types of machinery and equipment including a computer, printer, copier, laminating machine, fax machine, audio-visual equipment, tape player, various curriculum-specific equipment or instruments, etc.
• Provides remedial assistance to individuals, small groups or entire classes of students as scheduled during or after regular school hours.
• Maintains a clean and orderly classroom.