Job Title: Lower School (K-5) Teacher
Status: Full-time position for the 2024-25 school year
M, T, Th, F from 7:30am-3:30pm and Wednesdays from 7:30am-4pm
Instructional Day: 8:00am-3:00pm
Prepared by / Date: JD Zubia / March 2024
Reporting Structure: This position reports to the Lower School Principal.
Position Summary
Palmetto Christian Academy is seeking a full-time, Lower School (K-5) Teacher who can teach courses with a distinctly Biblical worldview integrated throughout the curriculum and instruction. The candidate must possess at least a bachelor’s degree in education with a minimum of one year of teaching in an elementary school setting. The preferred candidate will possess an ACSI or South Carolina teaching certificate.
Primary Responsibilities
- Planning, creating and implementing math lessons that promote an engaging, positive and interactive learning environment
- Prepare, administer and evaluate tests and classroom assignments following curriculum guidelines
- Work closely with Lower School Instructional Coach to deliver approved curriculum
- Work closely with Lower School Instructional Coach to review textbooks
- Perform administrative duties under the direction of the Lower School Principal to include grading, discipline, attendance, dress code management, lunch/hall/dismissal supervision
Qualifications and Requirements
- Possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher in education from an accredited university and have a minimum of one year of experience in teaching elementary school students, preferably in a Christian School environment
- Be willing to work toward an ACSI teacher certification
- Must have a credible profession of faith and testimony, and be actively involved in a local church, as this person will serve as a role model in attitude, speech, and actions for the school community
- Must be able to articulate his/her Christian worldview and philosophy of Kingdom
education - Able to implement policy and procedures of their department and school
- Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Must attend faculty meetings, professional development seminars, and devotions.
- Must be proficient with MS Office Suite and/or Google Workspace
- Must have familiarity or willingness to learn Blackbaud software for student management
Candidates must be in agreement with the PCA Core Beliefs and must demonstrate a strong, personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you believe you are qualified, we invite you to submit an online application.
Please direct your questions to Mrs. Casie Benton, Executive Assistant to the Principals, at
cbenton@palmettochristianacademy.org.