Salary: $58,854.00 - $105,978.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 193451
Agency: Department of Education
Opening Date: 09/29/2026
Closing Date: 10/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: CB05
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN10
Hiring Range - Min.: $58,854.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $82,416.00

Job Responsibilities

Role Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Director of the Office of Assessment and Standards, the Education Associate supports schools and districts in the effective implementation of the South Carolina College- and Career-Ready Standards for elementary social studies. The position develops, implements, and evaluates standards, instructional resources, and professional learning opportunities designed to support the knowledge, skills, and characteristics that define the Profile of the South Carolina Graduate.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist in the development and revision of South Carolina College- and Career-Ready Academic Standards and supporting materials for elementary social studies.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate professional learning opportunities that strengthen the capacity of teachers, administrators, and district personnel to support student achievement in elementary social studies.
• Collaborate with SCDE teams, offices, and divisions, as well as external agencies, community organizations, colleges, and universities at the state and national levels, to provide timely and effective support to stakeholders.
• Engage in professional growth opportunities that strengthen the Office of Assessment and Standards' capacity to model and support effective educational practices.
• Implement assigned tasks and achieve established goals with minimal supervision while reporting progress regularly to the assigned team leader.
• Complete other duties as assigned, including possible substantial in-state travel to provide training and limited out-of-state travel.

This position is located in the Office of Assessment and Standards.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree and experience in education, management or business.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and eight (8) years of experience in Elementary Education/Social Studies or closely related professional experience.

• Experience developing and implementing resources that support student learning.
• Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating professional learning opportunities that support student learning.
• Experience evaluating outcomes using qualitative and quantitative data.
• Experience with coaching, administration, and professional development facilitation is required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, sound judgment, initiative, and a team-oriented approach.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and to give and receive constructive feedback.

Additional Comments
This position requires occasional overnight travel, limited out-of-state travel, and may involve substantial in-state travel to support training and technical assistance activities throughout South Carolina.

As part of a generous compensation package, we offer comprehensive benefits that include generous paid time off, excellent health care benefits, professional development opportunities, pension, a 401(k), and a hybrid work schedule with opportunities for remote work.

The South Carolina Department of Education offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year.
• 15 days sick leave per year.
• 13 paid holidays annually.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER THAT THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.

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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

• Yes
• No

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I understand that a criminal record investigation will be conducted prior to employment being offered by the South Carolina Department of Education. My personal identifying information will be processed through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a bachelor's degree and experience in education, management or business?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have eight (8) years of experience in Elementary Education/Social Studies or closely related professional experience?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience developing and implementing resources that support student learning?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience developing, implementing, and evaluating professional learning opportunities that support student learning?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience evaluating outcomes using qualitative and quantitative data?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience with coaching, administration, and professional development facilitation?

• Yes
• No

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How did you hear about this position?

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