Teacher - Business-Computer Apps (2026-2027) - Darlington Middle School

About the Role

Under general supervision, assists students in learning subject matter and/or skills that contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible individuals.

Responsibilities

• Cooperates in developing a program of continuous progress consistent with district goals and objectives to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of pupils.
• Keeps abreast of changes in district policies and students’ needs and interests.
• Establishes clear and appropriate objectives for all classroom activities and communicates these objectives to students.
• Employs instructional methods and materials most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Analyzes progress of individual students regularly and seeks appropriate assistance as needed.
• Cooperates with other staff members in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of pupils.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aides and/or volunteers and evaluates their performance.
• Provides adequate plans for substitute teachers and evaluates their performance.
• Seeks the cooperation and assistance of parents through oral or written communication and/or home visits.
• Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes when required or requested under reasonable terms.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and 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 professional growth through ongoing 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 or superintendent.
• Attends staff meetings, serves on staff committees as requested, and accepts responsibility for co-curricular or other activities as assigned.
• Manages classroom materials and supplies budget.
• Supervises students in the classroom and instructional aides and volunteers as assigned.
• Recognizes and follows appropriate procedures in the “chain of command” as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures.
• Presents a positive image of the Darlington County School District at all times.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Education and experience as required by state certification authorities.
• Negative TB test results must be on file with Human Resources prior to starting work.

Knowledge

• Policies, procedures, and activities of the school district pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Methods for developing lesson plans and materials, and classroom activities that stimulate learning.
• Records, forms, and reports that must be prepared and maintained.
• Proper maintenance of equipment, materials, and supplies used in daily activities.
• Counseling methods necessary for handling student academic and adjustment problems.
• Materials and information required for classroom instructional activities.

Skills & Effort

• Ability to provide instruction to students through explanation, demonstration, and/or supervised practice.
• Ability to supervise students and maintain order in various classroom and instructional activities and situations.
• Ability to operate general office equipment in the performance of daily activities.
• Ability to prepare lesson plans, tests, and instructional materials for classroom activities.
• Ability to identify student adjustment and/or academic problems, provide counseling, and/or recommend appropriate remedial action to parents.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, district staff, and all other groups involved in job activities.
• Physical demands include classroom work requiring lifting/moving items up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional local travel is required; no overnight travel.

Working Conditions

• Conducts duties in a classroom environment with no significant exposure to environmental conditions.
• Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require constant attention and working with students.
• Job requires the operation of standard office equipment.

Pay

Refer to the Darlington County School District Salary Schedule for compensation details.