Founding Elementary Teacher

WHO WE AREMeeting Street Schools – Jasper & Beaufort (MSJB) is a pioneering tuition-free public charter school serving Jasper, Beaufort, and Hampton Counties in South Carolina. Founded with a commitment to ensuring that all students have access to high-quality education, regardless of their socio-economic background, we believe in a holistic approach to learning that focuses on the whole child. Our mission is to empower students to reach their full potential and prepare them for a successful future.

The RoleElementary Lead teachers are certified educators teaching in a PreK, K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th classroom. MSS teachers combine the ability to motivate and educate, to develop academic as well as character skills, and to make a college preparatory education relevant both now and for the future. MSS teachers have a growth mindset and are afforded multiple professional development opportunities throughout the year, including Responsive Classroom training, Eureka Math, Wit and Wisdom, Wilson’s Fundations, collaborative planning sessions, whole and small group school-wide focus professional development, team analysis of performance data and other personalized opportunities for teachers to grow.

In most cases, lead teachers are paired with a co-teacher or fellow teacher. Co-teachers act as co-leads and fellow teachers are newer to the profession and will be mentored by the Lead teacher.

We are hiring for Kindergarten - 2nd grade teachers at our Jasper location.

ResponsibilitiesSupport outstanding academic achievement and student character developmentCreate a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment that excites and invests students as they reach their full potentialBuild a strong classroom community and relationships with familiesSupport students through direct, small-group, and differentiated instructionCreates innovative and common core aligned lesson plansAssesses student learning on a consistent basis and adjusts instruction to meet individual student needsCommits to constant professional and personal growth through reflection, feedback, and collaborationModels MSS’ Path to Success skills and supports the development of those skills in students and peersPerforms all other duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills and CharacteristicsA commitment to the mission of Meeting Street Schools, deep love of content, and an unwavering belief that all students can and will succeedStrong instructional and classroom management skillsHigh level of personal organization and planningTeam playerDesire to master content and enthusiasm for subject matterAbility to inspire, motivate and engage children

Educational Background and Work ExperienceActive or in-process teaching certification requiredBachelor's degree required2+ years experience leading a classroomSuccessful experience teaching or working in underserved communities

The salary for this role starts at $60,000 and is commensurate with experience. Additionally, Meeting Street Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package including and not limited to:Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsurancePet InsuranceLife Insurance and DisabilityEmployee + Family WellnessTax Favored Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)Retirement PlansReferral and Retention BonusesPerformance BonusesNewcomer Bonus Eligible

At Meeting Street Schools we are committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.