Special Education Teacher 2026-27 (Applicant Pool)

Special Education Teacher 2026-27 (Applicant Pool) School District: Ware Shoals School District 51 Location: Ware Shoals, South Carolina Job ID: 5657433 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Apr 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:

South Carolina Teacher’s Certification Bachelor’s Degree Passing of State determined test REPORTS TO: Principal SUMMARY: Under general supervision assists students in learning subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.

PERFORMANCE 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 that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives. Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required. Analyzes the progress of individual students on a regular basis and seeks appropriate assistance as needed. Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of pupils. Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) 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 to do so under reasonable terms. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by state or federal law, District policies, and administrative regulations. 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. 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 or Superintendent. Attends staff meetings, serves on staff committees as requested, and accepts a share of responsibility for co-curricular or other activities as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent. Recognizes and follows the appropriate procedures in the “chain of command” as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures. Presents a positive image of Ware Shoals School District 51 at all times. Willingly performs other related duties as required. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 190 days / WSSD51 salary schedule EVALUATION: Annual evaluation in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Staff. Position Type: Full-Time Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree preferred. Citizenship, residency, or work visa required. Contact Information Maria Tyre, Director of Special Services Ware Shoals School District 51 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education