Middle School Math Teacher
Charleston, SC
Meeting Street Schools - North Charleston Campuses /
Full-Time Permanent /
On-site
The Role
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.
This role will teach Mathematics to 6th, 7th, and/or 8th-grade students as a Lead Teacher.
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
Education and Background
- Bachelor's degree required
- Active or in process teaching certification-Secondary Education Math
- Successful experience teaching or working in underserved communities
$54,000 - $113,000 a year
The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience, starting at $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
All new hires are eligible for additional awards and opportunities.
