Social Studies Teacher

Starting Date: Jul 27, 2026

Job Summary

Position requires SC Teaching Certification in Secondary Social Studies. Under general supervision, the teacher assists students in learning subject matter and skills that contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible individuals.

Responsibilities

• Report to the assigned school’s Principal/Administrator.
• Accomplish assigned duties within district policies, state and federal laws.
• Provide after‑school time as required to assist students and consult with parents.
• Maintain awareness of best practices and current research on instruction, instructional technology, and related research that enhances and improves instruction.
• Plan and develop effective strategies to increase student achievement by addressing individual learning differences.
• Carries out any other duties related to the instructional program as deemed necessary by the Superintendent or the Superintendent’s designee.
• Attend staff meetings, serve on staff committees as requested, and accept a share of responsibility for co‑curricular or other activities as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent.
• Recognize and follow appropriate procedures in the chain of command as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures.
• Cooperate with other members of staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aides and/or volunteers and evaluate their performance.
• Provide adequate plans for substitute teachers and evaluate their performance.
• Seek the cooperation and assistance of parents through oral or written communication.
• Cooperate in developing a program of continuous progress consistent with district goals and objectives to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Keep abreast of changes in district policies and students’ needs and interests.
• Establish clear and appropriate objectives for all classroom activities and communicate these objectives to students.
• Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Analyze the progress of individual students on a regular basis and seek appropriate assistance as needed.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and to properly care for all property, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies.
• Is punctual and responsible in performing all duties and activities as assigned.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life, conduct and behavior in a fair and just manner.
• Provides for his/her own professional growth through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced coursework at institutions of higher learning.
• Participates in school or district staff development programs as assigned by the Principal/Administrator or Superintendent.
• Advocates a professional manner and participates in professional development opportunities that promote proficiency in your field.
• Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education‑related purposes when required or requested under reasonable terms.
• Communicates with students, faculty, and community.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by state or federal law, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Has knowledge regarding curriculum, subject content and developmental needs of students in order to offer appropriate learning experiences.
• Uses data to gauge student progress, and guide student instruction.
• Provides a safe, student‑centered environment that is educationally stimulating and respectful.
• Provides students with activities that deliver calculable results on recognized standards.
• Possesses the ability to work with others.
• Has the ability to accept individual differences among children.
• Possesses good physical and mental health.
• Has the ability to pass the Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) requirements.
• Has the ability to handle unforeseen situations in accordance with district policy.
• Assists students boarding and departing from school buses.
• Presents a positive image of the School District of Pickens County at all times.
• Willingly performs other related duties as required.
• Plans at the beginning of the school year for the organization and sequence of instructional content and preparing for establishing the classroom learning environment.
• Supervises/monitors students during lunch, assemblies, related arts, field trips, mainstream classes, recess, etc. as deemed appropriate by the teacher.
• Insures correct implementation of the students’ IEP goals and objectives.
• Prepares instructional objectives for lessons taking into consideration the individual student's IEP goals and objectives.
• Clarifies the goals of instruction for students.
• Presents new content in a stimulating manner at the appropriate rate and level of difficulty.
• Manages classroom time in a way to ensure success in goals.
• Maintains confidentiality of student information; especially regarding IEP and record information.
• Assists with discipline procedures for student behavior.
• Maintains individual records for each student.
• Guides students in developing positive relationships with peers and adults.
• Organizes instruction to provide a structured environment for learning.
• Keeps lesson plans updated in the case of the need for a substitute.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Building Administrator(s).

Education & Experience

SC Teaching Certification in applicable area(s).

Knowledge, Skills & Effort

Knowledge of district policies, procedures and activities; methods for developing lesson plans and materials; records, forms and reports. Ability to provide instruction through explanation, demonstration and supervised practice; supervise students; operate general office equipment; prepare lesson plans, tests, and instructional materials; identify student adjustment problems; provide counseling and recommend remedial action; communicate effectively with students, parents, staff and community.

Working Conditions

Classroom environment with some exposure to environmental conditions. Requires work under stress. Physical demands include lifting/moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. Occasional local travel. Requires operation of standard office equipment.

Responsibility

Responsible for classroom materials and supplies budget; oversees students in classroom; supervises instructional aides and volunteers as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• Pass extensive background investigation before hiring.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The School District of Pickens County does not discriminate for reasons of age, race, sex, handicap, national origin, or religion in its communications with students, employees, the community, applicants for employment, events, or for access to its services.

Position Type: Full‑Time