Description

LEGACY EARLY COLLEGE OVERVIEW

Legacy Early College is a K4-12 public charter school that originated through the vision of businessman

William Brown in 2009 with an unwavering focus on “To and Through College” at every grade level. Legacy’s model combines academics, nutrition, physical fitness, and mental health. In addition to our college-driven academic standards, meals are made on site, scholars participate in PE every day, and Social-Emotional Literacy is integrated into the culture and curriculum.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Legacy Early College (“Legacy”) seeks an exceptional High School Social Studies Teacher for our 9th – 12th grade scholars. The teacher is responsible for delivering effective, high-quality, rigorous instruction in their content areas that produce unmatched results and student understanding. The candidate must be able to create and maintain a climate that promotes knowledge, skills, and character traits needed to succeed through college and beyond. This position reports to the School Principal.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties

Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
Prepare lessons that reflect best practices and accommodations for individual differences of students
Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor
Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to communicate these objectives to the students
Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with best practices, specific content knowledge, the physical limitations of the space provided, and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
Strive to implement, by instruction and action, the school’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
Assess student learning, through observations, authentic performance, and more formal methods, in an ongoing manner, providing frequent student feedback, information to parents and written progress reports
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to assure safety in the classroom and the school for all students
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, school policy, and administrative regulations
Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior
Maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
Maintain and improve professional competence
Participate in all professional development opportunities
Actively participate in team meeting sand serve on staff committees
Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues
Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and community members
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree, required
South Carolina teaching certificate, preferred
Spanish speaking ability, preferred
Strong organization and project management skills
Superb written and oral communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
K-12 teaching experience highly, preferred

Work Schedule

Teachers will operate on the Legacy Early College academic calendar, on the 195-day (10-month school year) schedule. A typical week during normal school hours is Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.

Compensation & Benefits

· Competitive salaries are based on education, certification, and experience.

· State PEBA benefits include medical, dental, and vision, as well as additional benefits.

· Vanguard 401k: Employee Invest 6% + Employer Match 8% = 14%

· Paid time off, school closure, and 10 holidays.

· On-site fitness center

Physical Demands

The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Long periods of standing and sitting and have the ability to lift items up to 25lbs. is required.
Periodic participation in activities to support Legacy Early College is required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Position will have periods of extended work week hours, which is required to support both the ongoing development of the region and the delivery of high-quality education for all students.

General Sign-off

The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies. Duties may be changed at the discretion of Legacy Early College at any time.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

Legacy Early College is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment. Legacy Early College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.

Requirements

LEGACY EARLY COLLEGE OVERVIEW

Legacy Early College is a K4-12 public charter school that originated through the vision of businessman William Brown in 2009 with an unwavering focus on “To and Through College” at every grade level. Legacy’s model combines academics, nutrition, physical fitness, and mental health. In addition to our college-driven academic standards, meals are made on site, scholars participate in PE every day, and Social-Emotional Literacy is integrated into the culture and curriculum.

POSITION OVERVIEW

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties

Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the scholars
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interests of the scholars
Prepare lessons that reflect best practices and accommodations for individual differences of scholars
Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor
Encourage scholars to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with best practices, specific content knowledge, the physical limitations of the space provided, and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or scholar groups involved.
Strive to implement, by instruction and action, the school’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
Assess scholar learning, through observations, authentic performance, and more formal methods, in an ongoing manner, providing frequent scholar feedback, information to parents and written progress reports
Utilize diagnostic assessment tools to identify learning strengths and needs of every scholar, on a regular basis, for the purpose of intervention and/or acceleration toward academic and leadership standards
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to assure safety in the classroom and the school for all scholars
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, school policy, and administrative regulations
Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing scholar life and conduct
Maintain and improve professional competence
Establish and maintain open lines of communication with scholars, parents, and community members
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree, required
South Carolina teaching certificate, preferred
Spanish speaking ability, preferred
Strong organization and project management skills
Superb written and oral communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
K-12 teaching experience highly, preferred

Work Schedule

Teachers will operate on the Legacy Early College academic calendar, on the 195-day schedule. A typical week during normal school hours is Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation packages are competitive, including PEBA insurance plans.

Physical Demands

The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Long periods of standing and sitting and having the ability to lift items up to 25lbs. is required.
Requires normal/corrected vision and hearing.
Periodic participation in activities to support Legacy Early College is required.

Work Environment

General Sign-off

The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies. Duties may be changed at the discretion of Legacy Early College at any time.

Statement of Non-Discrimination