Mr. Turner has served as an educator in South Carolina for the last 28 years, with the past 13 years in Lee County School District. He began his career as a high school career and technology automotive teacher in Richland County, where he worked for two years. Mr. Turner has served as a head varsity football coach and athletic director within the school system during his tenure as a classroom teacher and assistant principal. He also served as a driver education instructor. He has been a school administrator for 13 years, including being a principal for seven of those years. In his most recent position, he served as the Principal of Lee Central High School.
Mr. Turner earned an Associate Degree in Automotive-Diesel Technology from Florence-Darlington Technical College and a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Management from Morris College. He went on to earn a Master of Education degree in Administration Leadership and a Master of Education degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Most recently, he has been certified by the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles as a third-party tester.
Mr. Turner resides in Bishopville, South Carolina with his wife and daughter.