Erin Fox
2018 South Carolina Teacher of the Year
Erin Fox is the 2018 South Carolina Teacher of the Year. Erin has taught English for thirteen years at Gaffney Senior High School in the Cherokee County School District. She has also served as a Varsity and Junior Varsity Girls' Cross Country coach for three years.
Erin holds a Bachelor of Science in English Education from Western Carolina University and a Master's in Gifted and Talented Education from Converse College. She has taught all levels of learners in English I-III as well as Advanced Drama, Drama I, Introduction to Drama, Theatrical Movement, and Academic Assistance.
Fox pulls from her dramatic, dance and musical background to create dynamic lessons and units for her students. In her roles as a teacher and cross country coach, she ensures that her students are challenged every day. She strives to teach them “an inner drive” that will carry them further than just a 5K course, classroom, or school year. Erin also believes in the necessity of optimal health and wellness and the positive overall effects it has on student achievement and success.
“Erin truly embodies the qualities and characteristics of a great educator," said Superintendent Spearman. "She is so deserving of this honor and I look forward to working with her over the next year to continue to lift up the teaching profession and empower educators across our state."
Erin and her husband Danny have two children: nine-year-old Jack and five-year-old Scout. Erin is originally from Murphy, North Carolina and is the daughter and granddaughter of teachers.
Fox will serve a one-year residency at the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement.
Erin holds a Bachelor of Science in English Education from Western Carolina University and a Master's in Gifted and Talented Education from Converse College. She has taught all levels of learners in English I-III as well as Advanced Drama, Drama I, Introduction to Drama, Theatrical Movement, and Academic Assistance.
Fox pulls from her dramatic, dance and musical background to create dynamic lessons and units for her students. In her roles as a teacher and cross country coach, she ensures that her students are challenged every day. She strives to teach them “an inner drive” that will carry them further than just a 5K course, classroom, or school year. Erin also believes in the necessity of optimal health and wellness and the positive overall effects it has on student achievement and success.
“Erin truly embodies the qualities and characteristics of a great educator," said Superintendent Spearman. "She is so deserving of this honor and I look forward to working with her over the next year to continue to lift up the teaching profession and empower educators across our state."
Erin and her husband Danny have two children: nine-year-old Jack and five-year-old Scout. Erin is originally from Murphy, North Carolina and is the daughter and granddaughter of teachers.
Fox will serve a one-year residency at the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement.
