Full Job Description

Who we are
Meeting Street Schools (MSS), a network of four South Carolina schools, was founded on the
belief that all students can learn and deserve the opportunity to receive a high-quality
education, regardless of their socio-economic background. It is our belief that a student’s zip
code should not determine a student’s access to education. At MSS, we believe in a holistic
approach to education and work to provide any and all resources that facilitate student
success in the classroom and beyond.

The Spirit of Meeting Street Schools

Who we're looking for

We are looking for passionate people who are clear in their thinking about what is possible for
students and who have an unyielding work ethic, hunger to learn, and a sense of optimism.
We are searching for people with a strong mission fit and tight alignment to our belief that all
students — regardless of life circumstances– can and will succeed. We seek people who have
the motivation, drive, compassion, and commitment to ensure that all students reach their full
potential. High-performing people who desire to join us in our mission to change the status
quo of education in South Carolina and prove that higher learning is not only possible but
expected for ALL students are encouraged to apply.

Before you apply

At Meeting Street Schools we want new team members to be set up for success, so we ask that
you carefully consider the job description, responsibilities, and qualifications before applying.
If you are interested in multiple opportunities, you do not need to apply more than once. Our
talent team will review your qualifications/experience, and you will be considered for all open
roles for which you qualify.

The Role
We are looking for early childhood or elementary educators (PreK3 - 2nd grade) that believe
that ALL students can learn and ALL students deserve an excellent education. This person will
be someone with high expectations who believes in working hard and creating joy for
students. 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 participate in rigorous professional
development throughout the year, including: Responsive Classroom training, Eureka Math, Wit
and Wisdom, Wilson Fundations, collaborative planning sessions, whole and small group
school-wide focused professional development, team analysis of performance data and other
personalized opportunities for teachers to grow. MSS teachers also have the opportunity to
visit other high-performing elementary schools and universities to strengthen their practice as
educators.

Responsibilities of Meeting Street Schools teachers will include, but are not limited to:
  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 classroom community and relationships with families, participating in a powerful
team that ensures all students make outstanding academic progress
 Support students through direct and small group instruction
 Plans and supervises purposeful support and development for Teaching Fellows and/or
teacher assistants
 Creates innovative and common core aligned lesson plans
 Adapts teaching for the benefit of each student and collaborates with other educators
for support and ideas
 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: maturity, humility, strong work ethic, follow-through, high EQ, willingness
to respond positively to feedback and a “whatever it takes” attitude
 Desire to master content and enthusiasm for subject matter
 Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
 Ability to inspire, motivate and engage children
 Proven leadership skills
 Ability to kneel, sit, stand for long periods of time