Computer Science Teacher

Position Overview

Title:

Instructor, Computer Science

Department:
Instructional Services

Reports To:

Director of Technology Center

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Date Posted: 7/20/2026 |

Date Available:

8/24/2026 | Closing Date: 8/01/2026

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, business education, mathematics, or a related discipline with prior student‑teaching experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

• Valid SC Teaching License (any applicable area)
• Current government‑issued identification

Under general supervision, instructs students in areas of computer science such as robotics, computer programming, game design & development, web design & development, virtual reality, software development, and information technology.

• Supports and upholds the mission, vision, and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One toward increased outcomes for students.
• Interacts, communicates, and collaborates with all stakeholders effectively.
• Establishes a safe, supportive, positive, and productive working and learning environment.
• Operates general office and technology equipment needed for daily activities.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all employee and student information.
• Participates in all professional meetings and training sessions as required.
• Requests and maintains materials needed for daily responsibilities and essential functions; provides for safe storage and proper use of all tools, equipment, and materials.
• Teaches STEM concepts and skills from a variety of computer science fields and areas represented in the South Carolina Career and Technology Education career clusters.
• Prepares students for appropriate industry certification exams.
• Develops practical problem‑solving skills related to the materials and processes of the industry.
• Instructs students in the proper use, care, and operation of technology and robotics equipment.
• Demonstrates a variety of 21st‑century teaching skills to foster independent, creative, critical thinkers, and problem solvers.
• Designs and facilitates engaging, high‑level, sophisticated learning experiences and applications appropriate to prepare students for a 21st‑century global, knowledge‑based economy.
• Prepares various records and forms such as lesson plans, daily and weekly activity plans, assessments, material requisitions, competency forms, and discipline reports.
• Organizes classroom and laboratory areas for daily instruction.
• Selects, requests, and maintains an inventory of instructional aides, technology tools, equipment, and supplies needed for daily activities; provides for safe storage and proper use of all materials, equipment, and tools.
• Demonstrates and evaluates the effectiveness of both formative and summative assessments; analyzes assessment data in relation to student learning and develops instructional strategies to close the learning and performance gap; evaluates contributions in group projects.
• Effectively uses personal computing devices and software applications for the management of student records, instructional efficiency, and professional development.
• Instructs and coaches students in the rudiments of obtaining and retaining a job; stays informed of current entry‑job requirements; completes job references for students when requested.
• Recruits professionals in the business field to serve on the annual advisory committee; meets semi‑annually to solicit input from community partners regarding current issues and employment opportunities.
• Meets with parents, administrators, and school counselors as needed to discuss student performance, activities, etc.; issues reports in accordance with school board policy to inform parents of students' progress.
• Actively serves as a FBLA, SkillsUSA, or Robotics advisor in preparing students for competition and leadership opportunities and chaperones trips to conferences and events.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Supervises students in classroom and lab situations. Responsible for classroom materials and supplies budget (if applicable).…