2nd Grade Teacher

Position Type:
Teacher - Regular Ed./Early Childhood/Elementary

Date Posted:
1/7/2026

Location:
Congaree Elementary School

Date Available:

Closing Date:
Until Filled
Congaree Elementary School Profile

Lexington School District Two

Position Description

Position Title:

Early Childhood Teacher

Department:
Instruction

Reports To:

Principal

Prepared By:
Stephanie Hucks, HRD

Date: 01/07/2026

Approved By:
Dr. Angela Cooper,CHRO

Date: 01/07/2026

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:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor of Arts degree.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid South Carolina Early Childhood 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 probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to 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

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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:

The physical demands…