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Openings as of 4/5/2025

Supplemental Coach

JobID: 9036

Position Type:
  ATHLETIC/ATHLETIC COACH


Date Posted:
  10/28/2024


Location:
  COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL


  


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AFJROTC Instructor

JobID: 10293

Position Type:
  CERTIFIED/HOMEBOUND TEACHER


Date Posted:
  2/10/2025


Location:
  COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL


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Richland County School District One
Classification Description 
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Title: Junior ROTC Instructor
FLSA Status: Exempt
240 Day Schedule
Salary Range $54,811.00 - $92,572.00
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General Statement of Job
Under limited supervision, is responsible for carrying out all district and service policies related to the administration of the JROTC program. Provides course instruction, prepares instructional materials, and evaluates student performance. Advises the principal as to the provisions of law and regulations as they relate to the operations of the JROTC program.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:
Performs the essential duties and functions of any district teacher.
Manages and administers the JROTC program at assigned school. Supervises and assigns work to the Associate Instructors. Reviews and monitors the course plan of subordinate instructors. Supervisory duties include instructing, assigning and reviewing work, maintaining standards through effective planning and coordination of activities, allocating personnel, acting on employee problems, and handling general personnel issues.

Supervises the administrative, logistical, and financial management of the unit. Performs duties to integrate the JROTC program into the school environment by interacting with school, community, veterans, and parental groups; participating in student information programs and public service actions; and establishing the JROTC program as an integral academic and administrative part of the institution.

Presents JROTC programs to local schools and civic organizations.

Interviews applicants for JROTC Associate Instructor duty.

Develops and supervises orientation field trips, fund raising events, and other co-curricular activities.

Plans, organizes, and assists in directing activities of the Drill Team, Color Guard, Rifle Team and Academic Team.

Maintains liaison with service representatives in logistics, finance and academic areas to ensure effective utilization of resources.

Coordinates and teaches various courses and seminars during the summer months which involves teaching leadership education courses; conducting leadership seminars and drill practices; organizing and administering cadet summer leadership programs and camps; updating curriculum materials and lesson plans; developing associated media arts; organizing and attending regional JROTC instructor workshops; soliciting assistance from support based personnel; contacting government surplus agencies; and briefing civic groups, parent-teacher organizations, military organizations, and school officials.

Sponsors and assists with new and established JROTC units in the area as necessary.

Plans, organizes and instructs Army, Navy and Air Force science and leadership education courses. Determines the number of hours for each course and organizes a curriculum model in accordance with individual service regulations.

Instructs students by presenting information and materials using lecture, guided discussions, student briefing or reports, student panel, teaching interview, guest lecture, team teaching, demonstration-performance, role playing and brain storming using large and small group interaction.

Employs models, graphs, slides, maps, periodicals, films, filmstrips, charts transparencies, chalkboard, handouts and other aids to present materials and facilitate learning.

Develops course syllabi, daily and weekly lesson plans, assignments, demonstrations, training aids, reference materials, and any related data to accomplish course and lesson objectives. Prepares, administers, and corrects tests and assignments; performs test analysis.

Evaluates student progress and uses computer to record quarterly, semester and end of course grades.

Diagnoses individual learning problems and initiates corrective action as appropriate.

Confers with service JROTC headquarters regarding course planning and content, examination procedures, scheduling difficulties, teaching methods and techniques, and other related issues.

Consults with the principal or designated administrator on JROTC departmental matters and the requirement for space and equipment support for the unit. Evaluates the program and ensure service and school objectives are accomplished.

Establishes and oversees cadet organizations implementing an effective utilization of the chain of command.

Coordinates JROTC installation visits with installation commanders or their designated representatives for support and services.

Receives, reviews, prepares and processes various records and reports, including expenditure request forms, requisitions, billing invoices, standardized test data, technical study reports, attendance records, field trip requests, and related documents.

Operates a variety of equipment, such as a computer, printer, telephone, calculator, copier, fax machine, audiovisual equipment, and a motor vehicle.

Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals to include principals, administrators, teachers, consultants, parents, students, Board members, State Department of Education personnel, government/social service agencies, legislators, sales representatives/publishers and the general public.


Additional Duties:
Performs general administrative and clerical tasks such as typing, copying filing documents, answering phones, scheduling appointments, attending meetings, maintaining files and records and ordering supplies. Serves on committee and task forces. Attends conferences and workshops as appropriate. Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Education and Training
Requires a Bachelor's degree. Must be a retired military officer in pay grade 0-3 through 0-6 with a minimum of 15 years active duty. Must have and maintain a current certification to teach JROTC from the respective military service. Must meet the requirements of appropriate service JROTC regulations pertaining to instructor requirements.

Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required

Physical Requirements:
Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment, including a computer, telephone, audio-visual equipment, and a motor vehicle. Must be physically able to exert up to fifty pounds of force occasionally and/or a minimum amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Work involves a significant amount of walking, running, lifting, and standing. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of fifty pounds.

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 Communications:
Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes guiding/teaching co-workers and students, and receiving instruction and assignments from supervisor.

Language Ability:
Requires the ability to read a variety of curriculum standards, policies and procedures, technical and professional studies, reference books and publications, catalog, handbooks, etc. Requires the ability to prepare curriculum plans, narrative and statistical reports and correspondence with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech. Must be able to speak with and before others with poise, voice control and confidence.

Intelligence:
Requires the ability to apply principle of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Requires the ability to apply influence systems in assisting classroom teachers, to learn and understand relatively complex principles and techniques, to make independent judgments in the absence of supervision, and to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation. Must have the ability to comprehend and interpret received information.

Verbal Aptitude:
Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow and give verbal and written instructions, and to counsel and teach students. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with persons of varying educational backgrounds and in a variety of technical and/or professional languages.

Numerical Aptitude:
Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, to multiply and divide, to utilize mathematical formulas, to determine percentages and decimals, and to determine time. Must be able to use practical applications of algebra and statistics.

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 using office machinery and to operate motor vehicles.

Manual Dexterity:
Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, keyboards, office equipment, control knobs, buttons, switches, catches, small tools, etc. Must have moderate levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

Color Discrimination:
Does not requires the ability to differentiate 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 stress when confronted with an emergency situations or tight deadlines.

Physical Communications:
Requires the ability to talk and/or hear (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear).


Performance Evaluation Criteria

Job Knowledge:
Is knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Is able to help ensure departmental compliance with all laws and regulations and control the activities of the department through effective leadership. Has considerable knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of Richland District One and other governmental agencies. Has extensive knowledge of audiovisual presentation methods, curriculum planning, service educational programs, drill and ceremonies, and educational administration, including tests and measurements. Has the ability to use self-direction, initiative and self reliance in successfully performing the duties of the position. Employs good moral character in dealing with students. Has a solid understanding of the physical, intellectual, social and emotional growth patterns of high school students and is able to utilize this knowledge in effectively dealing with students. Has the ability to offer guidance and assistance to teachers, co-workers, and employees of other departments as required. Has thorough knowledge of instructional principles, practices and methods. Has knowledge of human growth and development, psychology of learning and curriculum development. Is able to work effectively with people from multi-ethnic and diverse backgrounds. Is able to organize and coordinate the activities of groups toward meeting established goals and objectives. Has the ability to use independent judgment as needed in performing routine and non-routine tasks. Is able to read and interpret professional and technical reports and related materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job. Knows know to prepare reports, correspondence, curriculum, plans, etc. Has a comprehensive knowledge of the terminology and various professional languages used within the department. Knows how to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation. Is able to make sound, education decisions. Knows how to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations. Know how to make public presentations. Has the ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Has skills in the use of computers.

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 all District departments and divisions, co-workers and the public. Junior ROTC Senior Instructor Page 6 of 8 Quantity of Work: Performs described “Specific Duties and Responsibilities” and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce quantity of work which consistently meets standards and expectations of the District.

Dependability:
Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work. Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, District policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Remains accountable for assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.

Attendance:
Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and time-off requests.

Initiative and Enthusiasm:
Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountability. Strives to anticipate work to be done, and initiates proper and acceptable direction 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 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 between all staff persons and departments within the District.

Relationships:
Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors and staff for mutual and district benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all District employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships with department employees, staff and managers in other departments, representatives from organizations, and the public so as to maintain good will toward the District and to project a good district image. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints from other departments and persons in order to establish and maintain good will within the District. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image within the District. Interacts effectively with higher management, professionals and the public.

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 expected time of completion of elements of work 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:
Adheres to all established safety and housekeeping standards established by the District and various regulatory agencies. Sees that standards are not violated. Maintains a clean and orderly workplace.

Planning:
Plans, directs and uses information effectively in order to enhance activities and production. Knows and understands the expectations of the District regarding such activities and works to ensure such expectations are met. Develops and formulates ways, means, and timing to achieve the goals and objectives. Effectively and efficiently organizes, arranges and allocates manpower, financial and other designated resources to achieve the goals and objectives.

Organizing:
Organizes work and that of subordinate staff. Ensures that personnel understand what results are expected of them, and that they are regularly and appropriately informed of all matters affecting them and/or of concern to them.

Staffing:
Works with the Human Resources Department and upper management, where appropriate, to select and recommend employment of personnel for the department who are qualified both technically and philosophically to meet the needs of the department and the District. Personally directs the development and training of department personnel ensuring their properly induction, orientation and training.

Leading: Provides a work environment which encourages clear and open communications. Has a clear and comprehensive understanding of the principles of effective leadership and how such principles are to be applied. Provides adequate feedback to personnel under their charge concerning their performance. Commends and rewards employees under charge for outstanding performance, and takes timely and appropriate disciplinary action as necessary. Exercises enthusiasm in influencing and guiding others toward the achievement of established goals and objectives.

Controlling: Provides a work environment which is orderly and controlled. Coordinates, audits, and controls manpower and financial resources efficiently and effectively. Coordinates, audits, and controls the utilization of materials and equipment efficiently and effectively. Has a clear and comprehensive understanding of District standards, methods and procedures.

Delegating:
Assigns duties to staff as necessary and/or appropriate to meet goals, enhance abilities of personnel under charge, build their confidence and assists them in personal growth. Has confidence in personnel under charge to meet new or additional expectations.

Decision Making:
Exercises discretion and judgment in developing and implementing courses of action affecting functions under charge. Recognizes when a particular policy, procedure or strategy does not foster the desired result, and moves decisively and explicitly to develop and implement alternatives.

Creativity:
Regularly seeks new and improved methodologies, policies and procedures for enhancing the effectiveness of functions under charge. Employs imagination and creativity in the application of duties and responsibilities. Is not adverse to change that supports achievement of goals and objectives.

Human Relations:
Strives to develop and maintain excellent rapport with personnel under charge. Listens to and considers their suggestions and complaints, and responds appropriately. Establishes a work environment to promote and maintain mutual respect.

Policy Implementation:
Has a clear and comprehensive understanding of policies regarding functions under charge and the function of the organization. Adheres to those policies in the discharge of duties and responsibilities, and ensures the same from personnel under charge.

Policy Formulation: Maintains awareness of changes in operating philosophies and policies, and routinely reviews policies to ensure any changes in philosophy or practice are appropriately incorporated into functions under charge. Recognizes and understands the relationship between operating policies and practices and morale and performance. Strives to ensure that established policies enhance same.




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Openings as of 4/5/2025

School Counselor (2025-2026)

JobID: 11571

Position Type:
  CERTIFIED/SCHOOL COUNSELOR


Date Posted:
  4/2/2025


Location:
  COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL


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Richland County School District One, South Carolina
Classification Description 
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JOB TITLE:  GUIDANCE COUNSELOR 
FLSA:  Exempt
190 days
Salary:  $50,100.00 - $91,143.00  
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GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
 
Under limited supervision, plans, supervises and provides professional guidance services designed to help each student establish a strong academic, social, emotional and physical foundation so that he may be successful in school and life in the future.  Provides prevention, intervention and crisis counseling services, and personal and academic support and assistance to students as appropriate.  Ensures the maintenance of accurate, up-to-date and confidential student records.  Reports to the assigned Principal.
 
 SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
 
Develops and implements a comprehensive guidance program plan for each assigned school.
 
Conducts individual, small- and large-group, and classroom guidance counseling sessions as needed.
 
Works to discover and develop special abilities of students.
 
Works to resolve students’ educational handicaps.
 
Works with students on an individual basis in the solution of personal problems related to such problems as home and family relations, health and emotional adjustment, etc.
 
Provides crisis intervention for students in immediate need.
 
Advises administrators and faculty on matters of student discipline.
 
Consults with parents, principals, nursing staff, teachers, school psychologists, special service personnel, and outside experts on individual cases as necessary.
 
Makes referrals to other agencies and service providers as appropriate.
 
Plans and/or participates in staff orientation and staff development activities.
 
Provides in-service training in guidance for teachers and familiarizes the staff with the range of services offered by the student personnel services department.
 
Takes an active role in interpreting the school’s objectives to students, parents and the community at large; interprets the guidance program to the community.
 
Ensures the maintenance of accurate, up-to-date and confidential student records; documents all counseling services and referrals performed; maintains confidentiality as required.
Plans and administers the department budget; monitors expenditures and maintains financial records as required.
 
Coordinates special events, projects or programs as assigned.
 
Performs general administrative/office duties as required, including but not limited to composing reports and correspondence, entering data into the computer, compiling data for reports, copying and filing documents, conducting and attending meetings, responding to mail and telephone calls, etc.
 
Operates various types of machinery and equipment including a computer, printer, typewriter, copier, fax machine, telephone, calculator, audio-visual equipment, etc.
 
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
 
Performs related duties as required.
 
 MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
 
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in education, with required course work in school guidance counseling, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.  Prior teaching experience is desirable.
 
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
 
Must possess or be eligible for S.C. certification as a school guidance counselor.
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED
TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
 
Physical Requirements: Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (up to 10 pounds).  Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
 
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 Communications:  Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information.  Includes receiving assignments and/or direction from supervisor and giving assignments and/or instruction to assistants or subordinates.
 
Language Ability:  Requires ability to read a variety of reports and documentation, policy and procedure manuals, guidance texts, professional journals, etc. Requires the ability to prepare reports, records, recommendations, correspondence, etc., with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech.  Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control and confidence.
 
Intelligence:  Requires the ability to apply logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; to deal with several abstract and concrete variables.  Requires the ability to apply to learn and understand relatively complex principles and techniques; to make independent judgments in absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.  Must have the ability to comprehend and interpret received information.
 
Verbal Aptitude:  Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow and give verbal and written instructions; to counsel and teach students, employees and parents.  Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with persons of varying ages and educational/cultural backgrounds and in a variety of technical and/or professional languages including education, psychology, special education, counseling, etc.
 
Numerical Aptitude:  Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, to multiply and divide, to determine percentages and decimals and to determine time.  Must be able to interpret test scores.
 
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 using office equipment.
 
Manual Dexterity:  Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, keyboards, office equipment, control knobs, buttons, switches, catches, etc.  Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
 
Color Discrimination:  Does not require the ability to differentiate 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 stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines. The worker may be subject to danger or risk to a slight degree and to tension as a regular, consistent part of the job.
 
Physical Communications:  Requires the ability to talk and hear: (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing:  perceiving nature of sounds by ear).
 
 
 
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
 Knowledge of Job:  Has comprehensive knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the Richland County School District One as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Guidance Counselor.  Has thorough knowledge of the organization of the District.  Is knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.  Is able to make sound, educated decisions.  Has the ability to plan and develop daily, short- and long-term goals related to District purposes.  Knows how to apply managerial concepts and principles; has knowledge of administrative principles involved in developing, directing and supervising various programs and related activities.  Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities.  Is able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision.   Has comprehensive knowledge of the theories, methods, practices and materials of school guidance counseling.  Is able to plan and implement effective intervention, routine and crisis counseling strategies as appropriate.  Knows how to develop effective relationships with students.  Knows how to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation.  Has the ability to offer training and assistance to co-workers and employees of other departments as required.  Is able to read and interpret complex materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.  Is able to assemble and analyze information and make written reports and records in a concise, clear and effective manner.  Has comprehensive knowledge of the terminology and various professional languages used within the department.  Has knowledge of proper English usage, grammar, punctuation and spelling; has the mathematical ability to handle required calculations.  Is able to prepare and monitor department budgets as required.   Has knowledge of and is able to use modern office practices and equipment, including computers.   Knows how to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations; is able to handle volatile situations calmly and professionally.   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 quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations.
 
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 higher management with respect to vacation time and 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 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 managers, supervisors and co-workers 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 established and maintain good will.  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 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. 
 
Planning:  Plans, coordinates and uses information effectively to enhance activities and production.  Knows and understands expectations regarding such activities and works to ensure such expectations are met.  Develops and formulates ways, means and timing to achieve established goals and objectives.  Effectively and efficiently organizes, arranges and allocates manpower, financial and other designated resources to achieve such goals and objectives.
 
Organizing:  Efficiently organizes own work and that of subordinate staff.  Ensures that personnel understand what results are expected of them, and that each is regularly and appropriately informed of all matters affecting or of concern to them.
 
Staffing:  Works with upper management, where appropriate, to select and recommend employment of qualified personnel.  Personally directs the development and training of personnel under charge, ensuring their proper induction, orientation and training.
 
Leading:  Provides a work environment which encourages clear and open communications.  Has a clear and comprehensive understanding of the principles of effective leadership and how such principles are to be applied.  Provides adequate feedback to personnel under charge concerning their performance.  Commends and rewards personnel under charge for outstanding performance, and takes timely and appropriate disciplinary action as necessary.  Exercises enthusiasm in influencing and guiding others toward achievement of established goals and objectives.
 
Controlling:  Provides a work environment which is orderly and controlled.  Coordinates, audits, and controls manpower and financial resources efficiently and effectively.  Coordinates, audits, and controls the utilization of materials and equipment efficiently and effectively.  Has a clear and comprehensive understanding of established standards, methods and procedures.
 
Delegating:  Assigns duties as necessary and/or appropriate to meet goals, enhance abilities of personnel under charge, build their confidence and assist them in personal growth.  Has confidence in personnel under charge to meet new or additional expectations.
 
Decision Making:  Exercises discretion and judgment in developing and implementing courses of action affecting functions under charge.  Recognizes when a particular policy, procedure or strategy does not foster the desired result, and moves decisively and explicitly to develop and implement alternatives.
 
Creativity:  Regularly seeks new and improved methodologies, policies and procedures for enhancing the effectiveness of functions under charge.  Employs imagination and creativity in the application of duties and responsibilities.  Is not adverse to change that supports achievement of goals and objectives.
 
Human Relations:  Strives to develop and maintain excellent rapport with personnel under charge.  Listens to and considers their suggestions and complaints, and responds appropriately.  Establishes a work environment to promote and maintain mutual respect.
 
Policy Implementation:  Has a clear and comprehensive understanding of policies regarding functions under charge and the function of the organization.  Adheres to policies in the discharge of duties and responsibilities, and ensures the same from personnel under charge.

Policy Formulation:  Maintains awareness of changes in operating philosophies and policies, and routinely reviews policies to ensure any changes in philosophy or practice are appropriately incorporated into functions under charge.  Recognizes and understands the relationship between operating policies and practices and morale and performance.  Strives to ensure that established policies enhance same.

 
 




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LD Resource Teacher

JobID: 10373

Position Type:
  CERTIFIED/SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER


Date Posted:
  5/1/2024


Location:
  COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL


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Richland County School District One, South Carolina
Classification Description 
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Job Title: Teacher
FLSA:  Exempt
190 days
Salary Range:  $43,639.49 - $86,598.23
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General Statement of Job
Under limited supervision, plans and presents innovative, developmentally appropriate opportunities for students to learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to the development of students' academic abilities.  Reports to the assigned Principal.
 
 
Minimum Requirements
Requires a valid South Carolina teaching certificate or eligibility for South Carolina teaching certificate in the appropriate certified area.  Experience working with children in an educational setting is desirable.
 
 
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
• Plans a program of study that meets the needs, interests and abilities of students.
• May teach multiple disciplines as assigned.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Plans and prepares lesson plans and related activities for individual students or assigned classes.
• Guides the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals; establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, etc., and communicates these objectives to students.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of students involved.
• Grades work completed by students; maintains accurate records of test scores / grades.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Reports suspected learning and other disabilities to District specialist(s) as appropriate.
• Maintains accurate, complete and up-to-date records as required by law, District policy and administrative regulation.
• Assists the school administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct; develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Monitors the activities/behavior of the student body as scheduled to ensure student safety and well-being.
• Assists individual students in need of special attention.
• Supervises the work of teaching assistants and/or volunteers.
• Maintains positive relationships with parents; schedules and conducts parent-teacher conferences; facilitates parent education workshops and conducts home visits as necessary.
• Maintains inventory of classroom supplies and equipment; prepares supply requisitions as needed.
• Coordinates and/or participates in special programs, projects or events as required; serves as adviser to student organizations, staffs and committees as appropriate.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on various staff committees as required.
• Participates in staff in-service training and continuing education as required.
• Makes arrangements for substitute instructors as needed.
• Operates various types of machinery and equipment including a computer, printer, copier, laminating machine, fax machine, audio-visual equipment, tape player, various curriculum-specific equipment or instruments, etc.
Additional Duties:
• May provide remedial assistance to individuals, small groups or entire classes of students as scheduled during or after regular school hours.
• Maintains a clean and orderly classroom.
• Performs related duties as required
 
 
Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required
Physical Requirements:
Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of remaining standing for extended periods of time, writing on a chalkboard, stooping, kneeling and crouching, and some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12 to 20 pounds). 
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 lecturing / giving instruction and/or assignments to students and assistants.
 
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 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 and the supervision of assistants and students.  Requires the ability to make independent judgments in the absence of supervisor; to acquire knowledge of topics related to 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 persons of varying ages and educational/cultural backgrounds and using the terminology applicable to the subject area(s) taught.
 
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, ratio and proportion.
 
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:
Does not require 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 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 nature of sounds by ear).  Must be able to hear and understand communications through a telephone.
 
 
Performance Evaluation Criteria
Knowledge of Job:
Is knowledgeable in the methods, policies and procedures of the Richland County School District One pertaining to specific duties of the Teacher.  Is knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.  Has knowledge of the organization of the department and of related departments and agencies.  Has the ability to comprehend, interpret and apply regulations, procedures and related information.  Has thorough knowledge of the subject area(s) assigned to teach; has skill in the interpretation of subject matter to the intellectual level of students taught.  Is able to create and present innovative, effective, developmentally appropriate course and lesson plans.  Has knowledge of the characteristics of the age group assigned.  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 motivate students to participate in educational and extracurricular activities and to want to learn.   Is able to recognize signs of learning, physical, mental and social disabilities and take appropriate action.  Is able to provide assistance, support and/or skills development opportunities to parents as required.  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.  Has knowledge of proper English usage, vocabulary, punctuation and spelling; has the mathematical ability to handle required calculations. 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 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 industry.  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 quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations.
 
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 higher management with respect to vacation time and 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 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 managers, supervisors and co-workers 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 established and maintain good will.  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 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.




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