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Must be certified or eligible for SC certification in Early Childhood Education.

K5 -5th Grade Teachers - Full-time

STATUS/FLSA:  Full-time / Exempt PAY SCHEDULE/GROUP: SCHOOL LEVEL   / DIRECT REPORTS: Full-time: (11 ); Part-time (2 ) SUPERVISOR:   Superintendent TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:   230 Days. Salary determined by schedule set by the Board. EVALUATION: Performance evaluated by the Superintendent. GENERAL DESCRIPTION The purpose of this classification is to manage the school environment through leadership, supervision, and administration to promote the maximum educational development of students. Responsible for planning and implementing instructional programs and support services, establishing goals and objectives to promote improvement in achievement, effective instruction, attendance, accreditaton, discipline and community support, overseeing  school climate and safety, and coordinating overall activities on the campus. ESSENTIAL DUTIES 1) Provide leadership in determining the needs of students, teachers, and personnel to ensure an optimal learning environment for all students.   2) Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel, recommend faculty and staff assignments, and implement staff development for building-level personnel.   3) Work with teachers on curriculum issues, and analyze data to highlight strengths and weaknesses of the instructional program.   4) Develop public relations to increase community understanding and support of educational programs, work with parents to facilitate a positive school environment, and work with teachers and parents on the discipline and academic success of the student.   5) Implement Board and instructional policies, administrative rules, and maintain state and federal guidelines of accreditation.   6) Supervise students before and after scheduled school hours, and supervise the transportation of students to various offsite facilities during the school day.   7) Serve on Intervention Team, Individualized Education Plan team, 504 plans, and facilitate state and federal safety standards.   8) Prepare and administer the school budget, both general and Title I.   9) Create and maintain a safety plan that addresses all types of emergencies.   10)Coordinate and maintain timely and accurate records and reports   ADDITIONAL DUTIES Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive.   There will be other duties as assigned.   - Address personnel issues; create correspondences and emails to staff; hire and supervise personnel. - Oversee operations of the Parent Teacher Organization. - Confer with students with behavioral difficulties; confer with parents of students with behavioral or academic difficulties. - Participate in professional development programs. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; Skills in public speaking; Demonstrated academic leadership; Ability to operate basic office equipment, computers and software applications; Ability to multi-task effectively; Knowledge of accounting principles, finances, and budget management; Knowledge of curriculum, standards, and assessment; Knowledge of Best Practices regarding instruction and curriculum; Ability to manage, lead, and guide others; Knowledge of local, state, and federal policies, procedures, and guidelines regarding education; Knowledge in the use of ADEPT.   TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USAGE Use computers for data entry; or use hand-held power equipment or light machinery; Use computers for word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations or custom applications or operate; Supervise the activities of those operating or repairing complex machinery or technology systems; Establish long-range plans and programs for capital improvements, major construction projects, or new technology systems.   EDUCATION:   Completion of Master's degree. Master’s in Educational Leadership preferred. EXPERIENCE:   3 years experience required.   LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS   REQUIRED:   SC teacher certificate with elementary endorsement. PREFERRED:   SAFE-T training.

Must be SC certified or eligible for SC certification. TEACHER Chester County Schools   Purpose Statement The job of Teacher was established for the purpose/s of facilitating student success in academic and interpersonal skills through academic courses of study and by implementing district approved curriculum, documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. JOB DESCRIPTION This job reports to Principal Functions Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher's expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.   Essential Functions Assesses student progress, expectations, goals, etc. for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.   Collaborates with other teachers for the purpose of implementing curriculum.   Collaborates with school personnel, parents and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum.   Demonstrates methods required to perform assignments for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.   Directs instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.   Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.   Monitors student activities (e.g. classroom, lunch, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of providing for the safety and welfare of students.   Participates in various meetings for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information.   Prepares teaching materials and related reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and documenting student progress.   Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, administrative and/or school policies.   Other Functions Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS   are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:  planning and managing projects; and using pertinent software applications. KNOWLEDGE i s required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: stages of child development, a variety of teaching methodologies. ABILITY   is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; routinely gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility   is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing a variety of complex processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; and working with frequent interruptions. Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.   Responsibility The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 40% sitting, 20% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment. Working Environment Bachelors degree in job related area. Experience   Job related experience is required. Education Equivalency   None Specified Valid Teaching Certificate in Content/Grade area Required Testing Certificates & Licenses None Specified Continuing Educ. / Training TB Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance Clearances FLSA Status Exempt Teacher ALL

Qualifications   Applicant must hold appropriate SC certification or have applied for appropriate SC certification.   Reports To   Principal   Job Summary   The job of Teacher is done for the purpose of facilitating student success in academic and interpersonal skills through academic courses of study and implementing district approved curriculum, documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.     Performance Responsibilities   Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher’s expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment. Assesses student progress, expectations, goals, etc. for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration. Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities. Assists other teachers for the purpose of implementing curriculum. Collaborates with school personnel, parents and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum. Demonstrates methods required to perform assignments for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students. Directs instructional assistants, volunteers, and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students. Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study. Monitors student activities (e.g. classroom, lunch, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of providing for the safety and welfare of students. Participates in various meetings for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information. Prepares teaching materials and related reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and documenting student progress. Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to education Code, administrative and/or school policies.

Duties:  Plans and provides a program of academic instructional services to blind/visual impairment students at the School for the Blind.   Conducts a comprehensive educational program that includes: assessing students' academic and habilitative needs, implementing curriculum (long and short terms, objectives, lesson plans and assessments), developing and utilizing appropriate teaching methods, and carrying out the IEP program.  Plans, prepares and implements Individual Education Plan (IEP) of instruction for all assigned students.  Maintains required documentation to include: student attendance, progress, difficulties, needs, etc.   Qualifications: Requires Bachelor's Degree and South Carolina Teacher Licensure in Early Childhood or Elementary and Certification in Visual Impairment.  Must have the ability to plan and implement IEP's and carry out programs to met student needs.  Must have knowledge in pre-braille teaching strategies, literary braille and Nemeth Code.  Must be familiar with basic O & M techniques, as well as basic assistive technology devices and programs.  

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; valid South Carolina teaching certificate; knowledge in SC Academic Standards and documented successful teaching experience with adults, preferred; proficiency in the use of technology Job Goal: To teach adult students the content and skills needed for successful completion of High School Equivalency and WorkKeys exams. Performance Responsibilities:  Plans and provides daily instruction that meets the individual needs, interests, abilities, and developmental levels of assigned students; Provides content for learners that is appropriate for the unit objectives, for students’ ability and developmental levels and maintains a pace appropriate for all students; WorkKeys Certification, preferred (tests and/or classes offered in July and August at Anderson Adult Education Center) Participates in professional development programs and Adult Education Training Performs other duties as directed

Must be SC certified or eligible for SC certification. TEACHER Chester County Schools   Purpose Statement The job of Teacher was established for the purpose/s of facilitating student success in academic and interpersonal skills through academic courses of study and by implementing district approved curriculum, documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. JOB DESCRIPTION This job reports to Principal Functions Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher's expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.   Essential Functions Assesses student progress, expectations, goals, etc. for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.   Collaborates with other teachers for the purpose of implementing curriculum.   Collaborates with school personnel, parents and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum.   Demonstrates methods required to perform assignments for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.   Directs instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.   Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.   Monitors student activities (e.g. classroom, lunch, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of providing for the safety and welfare of students.   Participates in various meetings for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information.   Prepares teaching materials and related reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and documenting student progress.   Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, administrative and/or school policies.   Other Functions Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS   are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:  planning and managing projects; and using pertinent software applications. KNOWLEDGE i s required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: stages of child development, a variety of teaching methodologies. ABILITY   is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; routinely gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility   is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing a variety of complex processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; and working with frequent interruptions. Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.   Responsibility The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 40% sitting, 20% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment. Working Environment Bachelors degree in job related area. Experience   Job related experience is required. Education Equivalency   None Specified Valid Teaching Certificate in Content/Grade area Required Testing Certificates & Licenses None Specified Continuing Educ. / Training TB Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance Clearances FLSA Status Exempt Teacher ALL

Must be certified or eligible for SC certification in Early Childhood.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB Under limited supervision assists school administrators by delivering thorough instruction to students according to South Carolina Department of Education Curriculum Standards. Maintains management of classroom at all times. Regularly communicate with parents and relevant stakeholders regarding students' achievement and behavior.  MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Requires valid South Carolina teaching certificate.