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Lexington School District Two

Physical Education Teacher - 190 Days

Lexington School District Two, West Columbia, South Carolina, United States, 29172

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Physical Education Teacher - 190 Days Lexington School District Two

Position Overview Position Title: Elementary School Teacher Department: Instruction Reports To: Principal Prepared By: Stephanie Hucks, HRD (12/12/2025) Approved By: Dr. Angela Cooper, CHRO (12/12/2025)

Summary To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education, in accordance with each pupil's ability; to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teaches district approved curriculum

Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district

Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil

Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences

Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc

Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere

Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports

Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans

Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day

Plans and coordinates the work of Para pros, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips

Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student

Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays interest centers and exhibits of student's work

Other Duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities Supervises classroom and students and volunteers.

Qualification Requirements Education and Experience Bachelor of Arts degree.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid South Carolina Elementary Teaching Certificate.

Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff and the general public.

Mathematical Skills Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions in practical situations.

Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Other Skills and Abilities Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents; skill in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Physical Demands Frequently required to stand, talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. May lift significant amounts of weight up to and exceeding 25 lbs. Occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. Responsible for safety of others. Requires close vision to read handwritten or typed material.

Work Environment Moderate to loud noise level. Duties performed indoors and occasionally outdoors. The job requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

Information in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list.

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