Elementary Teacher Jobs in South Carolina

Elementary Teacher jobs in South Carolina are concentrated in the Columbia, Greenville, and Charleston metro areas, where Richland School District Two, Greenville County Schools, and Charleston County School District consistently post openings for classroom teachers, special education specialists, and early childhood educators. The state employs elementary teachers at every experience level, from first-year educators completing residency to veteran teachers pursuing instructional coaching and lead roles. Demand has remained strong in districts across the Midlands and Upstate regions, with shortages in special education and STEM-focused instruction creating particularly active hiring. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles16
Top employerSumter School District
Top citySumter, SC
Cities hiring12
Work type67% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Special Education Teacher Assistant - Hendrix Elementary School
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Special Education Teacher Assistant - Hendrix Elementary School
Spartanburg County School District 2
Boiling Springs, South Carolina
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Customer Support
High school diploma or GED

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Sumter School District
Special Education Teacher (MOMD) 4th and 5th Grades - Cherryvale Elementary
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Special Education Teacher (MOMD) 4th and 5th Grades - Cherryvale Elementary
Sumter School District
Sumter, South Carolina
Curriculum Design
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
Teaching Certification

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Polaris Tech Charter School
Teacher Physical Education Elementary School
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Teacher Physical Education Elementary School
Polaris Tech Charter School
Ridgeland, South Carolina
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$45k - $60k/yr
Teaching Certification

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Elementary School Teacher
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Elementary School Teacher
Carolina Classical Academy
Rock Hill, South Carolina
Curriculum Design
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$48k.61 - $58k.11/yr
On-Site
Teaching Certification

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Sumter School District
5th Grade Teacher (ELA/SS) - High Hills Elementary
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5th Grade Teacher (ELA/SS) - High Hills Elementary
Sumter School District
Sumter, South Carolina
Curriculum Design
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
Teaching Certification

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Elementary Teacher Jobs by City in South Carolina

Where South Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Sumter
5 jobs
Irmo
1 job
Clover
1 job
Hampton
1 job
Columbia
1 job
Lexington
1 job
McCormick
1 job
Ridgeland
1 job
Rock Hill
1 job

Elementary Teacher Job Market in South Carolina

A snapshot from current South Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Sumter School District
Sumter School District5 open roles
Connections Education
Connections Education1 open role
Clover School District
Clover School District1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate

What South Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in elementary teacher jobs across South Carolina.

  • Active South Carolina Initial or Professional teaching certificate in Elementary Education (grades 2-6)
  • Bachelor's degree in elementary education or closely related field from an accredited institution
  • Passing scores on the Praxis Core Academic Skills and relevant Praxis Subject Assessments
  • Completion of a state-approved educator preparation program with supervised student teaching
  • Clear background check through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division fingerprinting process
  • Strong classroom management skills and experience differentiating instruction for diverse learners

Elementary Teacher Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a elementary teacher in South Carolina?

You become a licensed elementary teacher in South Carolina by earning a bachelor's degree from a state-approved educator preparation program, completing a supervised student teaching practicum, and passing the required Praxis assessments. The South Carolina Department of Education issues the teaching certificate. Candidates apply through the state's online certification portal, and the initial certificate covers grades two through six. Out-of-state teachers with comparable credentials can apply for a reciprocal certificate.

How much do elementary teachers make in South Carolina?

Elementary teachers in South Carolina earn a median of about $60,820 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $48,410 for the lowest 10% to over $77,570 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire elementary teachers in South Carolina?

Companies currently hiring elementary teachers in South Carolina include Sumter School District, Connections Education, and Clover School District, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. South Carolina's largest public school districts, including Greenville County Schools and Charleston County School District, are among the state's most consistent year-round employers of elementary educators.

Which South Carolina cities have the most elementary teacher jobs?

Sumter, Irmo, and Clover have the most elementary teacher openings in South Carolina. Columbia leads as the state capital and home to several large Midlands-area districts, while Greenville and Charleston reflect the state's strongest population growth corridors, where expanding residential communities have driven sustained school construction and staffing demand across both urban and surrounding suburban districts.

Are there remote elementary teacher jobs in South Carolina?

Yes, but they're rare. Elementary teaching is fundamentally an in-person role, and most positions require daily classroom presence. About 33% of elementary teacher openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be virtual academy or online charter school positions rather than traditional classroom roles. South Carolina Virtual Charter School is one example of an employer that hires for fully remote instruction.

How can I get hired as a elementary teacher in South Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a state-approved student teaching placement in a South Carolina public school, which many districts accept as direct experience for initial hiring. Greenville County Schools, Richland School District Two, and Charleston County School District all run new-teacher induction programs designed for candidates entering the classroom for the first time. Candidates with a completed educator preparation program and passing Praxis scores are competitive even without paid classroom experience. Serving as a paraprofessional or instructional aide within a district is also a common stepping stone to a full teaching position.

Where can I find and apply to elementary teacher jobs in South Carolina?

You can find and apply to elementary teacher jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from South Carolina school districts and educational employers. Search the listings, find roles that match your certification level and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.

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