| Location | Fairfield, SC |
JOB DESCRIPTION CLASSROOM TEACHER (NOVEMBER 2025)
SALARY :
Teacher
Salary
Schedule
WORK
CALENDAR :
190
days
FLSA STATUS : Exempt REPORTS TO : Principal GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Under limited supervision, assists school administrators by delivering thorough instruction to students
according
to
the
South
Carolina
Department
of
Education
Curriculum
Standards.
Maintains
management
of
the
classroom
at
all
times.
Regularly
communicate
with
parents
and
relevant
stakeholders
regarding
students'
achievement
and
behavior.
Reports
to
the
Principal
and/or
Assistant
Principal.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Attend
all
parent-teacher
conferences.
Communicate
effectively
with
parents
and
leadership
regarding
student
achievement.
Attend,
participate,
and
contribute
to
all
IEP
meetings
when
applicable.
Serves
as
an
exemplary
role
model
at
all
times.
Ensures
that
various
instructional
strategies
are
implemented
to
promote
academic
growth
among
diverse
learners.
Carries
out
all
additional
duties
(lunch,
bus,
hall,
morning,
etc)
as
directed
by
school
administration.
Serves
as
a
mentor
or
ADEPT
evaluator
if
certified
and
requested
by
Principal
and/or
District
Human
Resources
or
Instructional
Personnel.
Attends
required
professional
development
that
is
beneficial
to
FCSD
and
its
students.
Maintains
teacher
certification
by
meeting
all
certification
requirements
of
the
South
Carolina
Department
of
Education.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Sets
up
classrooms
and
laboratories
for
instructional
activities.
Assists
in
coordinating
and
implementing
special
school/classroom
projects
and
programs
as
assigned,
including
but
not
limited
to
field
trips.
Prepares
detailed
lesson
plans
for
approved
absences.
Proctors
and
monitors
testing
activities;
administers
make-up
tests.
Creates
Syllabi,
lesson
plans,
rules,
expectations,
and
procedures
for
the
classroom/students.
Maintains
records,
filing
materials,
organizing
paperwork,
typing
course
materials
and
syllabi,
etc.
Receives
and
fills
requests
for
reproduction
work
from
faculty,
staff,
and
volunteers,
including
but
not
limited
to
copying,
laminating,
and
binding;
delivers
products
to
requesting
staff.
Ensures
that
an
effective
classroom
management
program
is
in
place.
Schedules
and
arranges
class
coverage
for
parent-teacher
conferences
and
other
teacher
meetings
as
necessary.
Maintains
records
of
textbook
assignments;
receipts
monies
for
lost
texts;
collects
books
at
the
end
of
the
school
term.
Responds
to
inquiries
and
requests
for
assistance
in
areas
of
responsibility.
Operates
and
maintains
a
variety
of
equipment,
which
may
include
a
computer,
printer,
typewriter,
copier,
fax
machine,
telephone,
two-way
radio,
laminating
machine,
calculator,
binding
machine,
paper
shredder,
audio-visual
equipment,
die
cut
machine,
etc.;
uses
clerical,
computer,
and
copier
supplies,
oral
thermometer.
Interacts
and
communicates
with
a
variety
of
individuals
and
groups,
including
the
immediate
supervisor,
co-workers,
other
school
administrators
and
staff,
students,
parents/guardians,
volunteers,
and
the
general
public.
ADDITIONAL
JOB
FUNCTIONS
May
perform
non-related
and/or
specialized
duties
as
assigned.
Assists
with
new
student
registration.
Collects
and
accounts
for
student
fees,
fines,
and
payments.
Assists
with
routine
health
room
duties
as
required;
calls
parents/guardians
regarding
student
health
as
necessary.
Performs
duties
of
other
clerical
staff
as
necessary
in
their
absence.
Performs
related
duties
as
required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Requires a Bachelor's degree in the grade/subject area taught with a valid South Carolina Teaching
Certificate.
Highly
qualified
in
grade/subject
area
according
to
No
Child
Left
Behind
Legislation.
Career
and
Technology
Teachers
will
meet
SCDE
requirements
for
CATE.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Physical Requirements: Requires light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and
involves
exerting
up
to
20
pounds
of
force
on
a
recurring
basis.
Data Conception : 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.
Interpersonal Communication : Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or
exchange
information.
Includes
receiving
assignments
and/or
directions
from
supervisors
and
giving instruction and/or assignments to students.
Language Ability : 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.
Intelligence : 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.
Requires
the
ability
to
make
routine
independent
judgments
in
the
absence
of
a
supervisor;
to
acquire
knowledge
of
topics
related
to
the
primary
occupation.
Must
have
the
ability
to
comprehend
and
interpret
received
information
and
the
ability
to
comprehend
and
implement
basic
office
machinery
functions.
Verbal Aptitude : 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
students,
teachers
and
parents,
and
with
persons
of
varying
ages
and
educational/cultural
backgrounds.
Numerical Aptitude : 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,
ratios
and
proportions.
Form/Spatial Aptitude : Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape, and
visually
read
various
information.
Motor Coordination : Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using
automated
office
equipment
and
communications
machinery.
Manual Dexterity : 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.
Color Discrimination : Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.
Interpersonal Temperament : 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
a
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.
Physical Communication : Requires the ability to talk and hear: (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas
by
means
of
spoken
words;
hearing:
perceiving
the
nature
of
sounds
by
ear).
Must
be
able
to
hear
and
understand
communications
through
a
telephone.
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Knowledge of Job : Is knowledgeable in the instructional methods, policies and procedures of Fairfield
County
School
District
pertaining
to
specific
duties
of
a
professional
teacher.
Is
knowledgeable
in
the
laws,
ordinances,
standards
and
regulations
pertaining
to
the
specific
duties
and
responsibilities
of
the
position.
Has
the
ability
to
comprehend,
interpret
and
apply
regulations,
procedures
and
related
information.
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
reinforce
skills
taught.
Is
able
to
develop
and
execute
lesson
plans
that
positively
impact
students.
Is
able
to
help
motivate
students
to
participate
in
educational
activities
and
to
want
to
learn.
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
for
word
processing
and
records
management.
Has
knowledge
of
proper
English
usage,
vocabulary,
punctuation
and
spelling;
has
the
mathematical
ability
to
handle
required
calculations.
Is
able
to
type
accurately
at
a
rate
sufficient
for
the
successful
performance
of
assigned
duties.
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
routine
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
position.
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.
Quality of Work : 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.
Quantity of Work : Performs described Essential Functions and related assignments efficiently and
effectively
in
order
to
produce
a
quantity
of
work
that
consistently
meets
established
standards
and
expectations
for
students.
Dependability : 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.
Attendance : Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding
absenteeism
and
tardiness.
Provides
adequate
notice
to
the
principal
with
respect
to
all
leave
requests.
Initiative and Enthusiasm : 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.
Judgment : 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.
Cooperation : 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.
Relationships with Others : Shares knowledge with principal, assistant principal and colleagues 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
goodwill.
Emphasizes
the
importance
of
maintaining
a
positive
image.
Coordination of Work : 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
the
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.
Safety and Housekeeping : Adheres to all established safety and housekeeping standards. Ensures
such
standards
are
not
violated.
DISCLAIMER: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has
the
exclusive
right
to
alter
this
job
description
at
any
time
without
notice.