Early Childhood Educator
Charleston, SC
Meeting Street Academy - Downtown Charleston /
Full-Time Permanent /
On-site
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, Early Childhood and Elementary 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.
All current teaching job openings are posted and updated regularly to our Careers page. If there are no current openings, don’t worry. We are always looking to meet mission-driven educators. Submit an application under this posting and we will get in touch with you once the perfect position becomes available.
Responsibilities
- Support outstanding academic achievement and student character development
- Create a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment that excites and invests students as they reach their full potential
- Build a strong classroom community and relationships with families
- Support students through direct, small-group, and differentiated instruction
- Creates innovative and common core aligned lesson plans
- Assesses student learning on a consistent basis and adjusts instruction to meet individual student needs
- Commits to constant professional and personal growth through reflection, feedback, and collaboration
- Models MSS’ Path to Success skills and supports the development of those skills in students and peers
- Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor
Skills and Characteristics
- A commitment to the mission of Meeting Street Schools, deep love of content, and an unwavering belief that all students can and will succeed
- Strong instructional and classroom management skills
- High level of personal organization and planning
- Team player
- Desire to master content and enthusiasm for subject matter
- Ability to inspire, motivate and engage children
Educational Background and Work Experience
- Bachelor's degree required
- Active or in-process teaching certification in Early Childhood Education preferred
- 2+ years experience leading a classroom
- Successful experience teaching or working in underserved communities
$55,000 - $113,000 a year
The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience, typically salaries trend above the district salary schedule, starting at approximately $55,000 annually. Additionally, Meeting Street Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package including and not limited to:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
Life Insurance and Disability
Employee + Family Wellness
Tax Favored Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
Retirement Plans
Referral and Retention Bonuses
Performance Bonuses
All new hires are eligible for additional awards and opportunities.
