Limestone Central Elementary - 4th Grade Teacher
Cherokee County School District, Belmont Acres, SC, United States
Limestone Central Elementary - 4th Grade Teacher JobID: 2634
Position Type: Elementary School Teaching / Elementary
Date Posted: 4/23/2026
Location: Limestone-Central Elementary School
Date Available: 08/03/2026
Job Title: Elementary Teacher - 4th Grade
General Statement of Job
Under limited supervision, employs classroom management techniques that result in an atmosphere for teaching/learning in which students know what they are expected to do. Gives instruction to the students in elementary schools in the areas assigned by the principal. Reports to the principal.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Has a prepared lesson plan that is sufficient for instructing the lesson.
Exercises proper care of materials and equipment.
Communicates needs of the classroom to the proper personnel.
Arrives for work at the assigned hour and does not leave before the assigned time.
Communicates appropriately and effectively with other staff members, parents, students, and with administration.
Accepts assistance, advice, and guidance from people responsible for supervising his/her performance and makes a concerted effort toward improving or refining skills.
Shares ideas, plans, materials, and facilities.
Alerts to the district’s, school’s, and his/her own goals and prioritizes professional development accordingly.
Keeps information confidential unless disclosure serves a professional purpose or is required by law.
Respects the rights, feelings, and differences among individuals and communicates directly in any situation.
Complies with state and local restrictions regarding controlled substances, tobacco products, alcohol, and dress.
Does not verbally or physically harass students.
Does not use profanity in the presence of students.
Does not have any sexual contact with a student.
Standards
Classroom Management
The teacher begins the class promptly.
The teacher communicates expected behaviors to students or ensures they are understood.
Students exhibit classroom behaviors that allow maximum on‑task behavior from all participants.
Inappropriate behaviors receive immediate and appropriate teacher intervention.
Materials
The teacher chooses appropriate materials and equipment for teaching a lesson.
The teacher handles materials and equipment efficiently in the classroom setting.
Planning for Instruction
The teacher utilizes a clinical approach to teaching (adequate diagnosis and evidence‑based learning).
Uses an appropriate Lesson Plan Format.
Ensures the behavioral objective for the lesson is appropriate for the learners.
Teaching the Lesson
Recognizes student differences in needs, abilities, and interests, then imparts instruction to meet them.
Tells the student exactly what is to be learned, its purpose, and relates it to prior learning.
Provides practice experiences with an appropriate quantity and variety to assure mastery.
Monitors guided practice and offers immediate feedback.
Demonstrates knowledge of reinforcement theory throughout the lesson.
Maintains a classroom climate conducive to learning.
Encourages, praises, and acknowledges student effort appropriately.
Ensures each student shows some measure of success.
Schedules practice to guarantee retention of learning.
Encourages learners to verbalize critical attributes before leaving the lesson.
Collects data to evaluate performance and assists in planning future lessons.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or above. Valid South Carolina teacher’s certificate in the assigned teaching area. Alternatives to the above qualifications may be considered if approved by the Board.
Standards Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Physical Requirements: Sedentary work involving walking or standing occasionally and routine keyboard operations. Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force.
Data Conception: Ability to compare and judge characteristics of data, people, or things.
Interpersonal Communication: Ability to speak, signal information, and receive assignments.
Language Ability: Ability to read manuals, enter data, prepare reports, and communicate with poise and confidence.
Intelligence: Ability to apply logical thinking to define problems, gather data, establish facts, and draw conclusions; independent judgment.
Verbal Aptitude: Ability to record and deliver information, explain procedures, and communicate effectively with diverse backgrounds.
Numerical Aptitude: Ability to perform arithmetic operations and practical math applications.
Form/Spatial Aptitude: Ability to inspect items for proper dimensions and read information visually.
Motor Coordination: Hand‑eye coordination for automated office equipment.
Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle items including keyboards, equipment, and controls.
Color Discrimination: Ability to differentiate colors and shades.
Interpersonal Temperament: Adaptability under moderate stress, handling emergencies.
Physical Communication: Ability to talk and hear; understand telephone communications.
Essential Functions
Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated times.
Plans a program of study that meets students’ needs, interests, and state standards.
Establishes clear objectives for classroom activities and communicates them to students.
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media appropriate to classroom limitations and student needs.
Provides a programmed system of homework to support learning.
Utilizes classroom management strategies to create a conducive environment.
Writes daily and long‑term lesson plans.
Uses technology to enhance student learning.
Maintains current teaching certificate and qualifications per “No Child Left Behind” guidelines.
Supports the district’s educational philosophy and objectives through instruction.
Assesses student progress regularly and provides required reports.
Diagnoses learning disabilities regularly with district specialists as needed.
Protects students, equipment, and facilities with necessary precautions.
Maintains accurate records per law, policy, and regulations.
Performs all other duties assigned.
Cooperates fully with optional extra assignments before, during, and after school.
Records student attendance accurately.
Follows curriculum standards, local course of study, and state rules.
Maintains positive relationships with home and community.
Keeps parents informed and holds conferences as necessary.
Reports suspicions of abuse or neglect to appropriate authorities and the principal.
Abides by the SC Teacher Code of Ethics.
Participates in required staff development sessions.
Uses district resources strategically.
Reports accidents or injuries promptly.
Supervises students properly.
Submits class and cumulative records to principal as requested.
Maintains a clean, orderly, safe classroom.
Administers assessments, records scores, interprets test results, and analyzes data to improve instruction.
Plans, prepares, implements, and assesses lessons that meet standards and individual needs.
Maintains classroom and school order to support learning.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Cherokee County School District does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, religion, sex, color, disability, age, national origin, or any other status protected by law. The district also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups as required by law.
The district also abides by the South Carolina Teacher Code of Ethics.
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Position Type: Elementary School Teaching / Elementary
Date Posted: 4/23/2026
Location: Limestone-Central Elementary School
Date Available: 08/03/2026
Job Title: Elementary Teacher - 4th Grade
General Statement of Job
Under limited supervision, employs classroom management techniques that result in an atmosphere for teaching/learning in which students know what they are expected to do. Gives instruction to the students in elementary schools in the areas assigned by the principal. Reports to the principal.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Has a prepared lesson plan that is sufficient for instructing the lesson.
Exercises proper care of materials and equipment.
Communicates needs of the classroom to the proper personnel.
Arrives for work at the assigned hour and does not leave before the assigned time.
Communicates appropriately and effectively with other staff members, parents, students, and with administration.
Accepts assistance, advice, and guidance from people responsible for supervising his/her performance and makes a concerted effort toward improving or refining skills.
Shares ideas, plans, materials, and facilities.
Alerts to the district’s, school’s, and his/her own goals and prioritizes professional development accordingly.
Keeps information confidential unless disclosure serves a professional purpose or is required by law.
Respects the rights, feelings, and differences among individuals and communicates directly in any situation.
Complies with state and local restrictions regarding controlled substances, tobacco products, alcohol, and dress.
Does not verbally or physically harass students.
Does not use profanity in the presence of students.
Does not have any sexual contact with a student.
Standards
Classroom Management
The teacher begins the class promptly.
The teacher communicates expected behaviors to students or ensures they are understood.
Students exhibit classroom behaviors that allow maximum on‑task behavior from all participants.
Inappropriate behaviors receive immediate and appropriate teacher intervention.
Materials
The teacher chooses appropriate materials and equipment for teaching a lesson.
The teacher handles materials and equipment efficiently in the classroom setting.
Planning for Instruction
The teacher utilizes a clinical approach to teaching (adequate diagnosis and evidence‑based learning).
Uses an appropriate Lesson Plan Format.
Ensures the behavioral objective for the lesson is appropriate for the learners.
Teaching the Lesson
Recognizes student differences in needs, abilities, and interests, then imparts instruction to meet them.
Tells the student exactly what is to be learned, its purpose, and relates it to prior learning.
Provides practice experiences with an appropriate quantity and variety to assure mastery.
Monitors guided practice and offers immediate feedback.
Demonstrates knowledge of reinforcement theory throughout the lesson.
Maintains a classroom climate conducive to learning.
Encourages, praises, and acknowledges student effort appropriately.
Ensures each student shows some measure of success.
Schedules practice to guarantee retention of learning.
Encourages learners to verbalize critical attributes before leaving the lesson.
Collects data to evaluate performance and assists in planning future lessons.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or above. Valid South Carolina teacher’s certificate in the assigned teaching area. Alternatives to the above qualifications may be considered if approved by the Board.
Standards Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Physical Requirements: Sedentary work involving walking or standing occasionally and routine keyboard operations. Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force.
Data Conception: Ability to compare and judge characteristics of data, people, or things.
Interpersonal Communication: Ability to speak, signal information, and receive assignments.
Language Ability: Ability to read manuals, enter data, prepare reports, and communicate with poise and confidence.
Intelligence: Ability to apply logical thinking to define problems, gather data, establish facts, and draw conclusions; independent judgment.
Verbal Aptitude: Ability to record and deliver information, explain procedures, and communicate effectively with diverse backgrounds.
Numerical Aptitude: Ability to perform arithmetic operations and practical math applications.
Form/Spatial Aptitude: Ability to inspect items for proper dimensions and read information visually.
Motor Coordination: Hand‑eye coordination for automated office equipment.
Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle items including keyboards, equipment, and controls.
Color Discrimination: Ability to differentiate colors and shades.
Interpersonal Temperament: Adaptability under moderate stress, handling emergencies.
Physical Communication: Ability to talk and hear; understand telephone communications.
Essential Functions
Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated times.
Plans a program of study that meets students’ needs, interests, and state standards.
Establishes clear objectives for classroom activities and communicates them to students.
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media appropriate to classroom limitations and student needs.
Provides a programmed system of homework to support learning.
Utilizes classroom management strategies to create a conducive environment.
Writes daily and long‑term lesson plans.
Uses technology to enhance student learning.
Maintains current teaching certificate and qualifications per “No Child Left Behind” guidelines.
Supports the district’s educational philosophy and objectives through instruction.
Assesses student progress regularly and provides required reports.
Diagnoses learning disabilities regularly with district specialists as needed.
Protects students, equipment, and facilities with necessary precautions.
Maintains accurate records per law, policy, and regulations.
Performs all other duties assigned.
Cooperates fully with optional extra assignments before, during, and after school.
Records student attendance accurately.
Follows curriculum standards, local course of study, and state rules.
Maintains positive relationships with home and community.
Keeps parents informed and holds conferences as necessary.
Reports suspicions of abuse or neglect to appropriate authorities and the principal.
Abides by the SC Teacher Code of Ethics.
Participates in required staff development sessions.
Uses district resources strategically.
Reports accidents or injuries promptly.
Supervises students properly.
Submits class and cumulative records to principal as requested.
Maintains a clean, orderly, safe classroom.
Administers assessments, records scores, interprets test results, and analyzes data to improve instruction.
Plans, prepares, implements, and assesses lessons that meet standards and individual needs.
Maintains classroom and school order to support learning.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Cherokee County School District does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, religion, sex, color, disability, age, national origin, or any other status protected by law. The district also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups as required by law.
The district also abides by the South Carolina Teacher Code of Ethics.
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