ABOUT US

Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools (www.freedomprep.org) is a K-12 charter school in Memphis, TN. Our mission is to prepare all students in grades K-12 to excel in college and in life. Freedom Preparatory Academy opened in August of 2009 with a class of 96 6th graders. We now serve over 2,100 students in grades PreK-12. Our students have exceeded local and state averages in math and local averages in English language arts on the state exam.

We have three core beliefs that drive our mission:

1. Every child deserves the right to a high quality public education

2. A foundation in character development is essential

3. Direct exposure to an array of opportunities and experiences provides each child with the self-confidence and social knowledge to compete globally. 

We will accomplish our mission through a highly structured, academically rigorous environment where students will master the core subjects, develop advanced academic skills, and demonstrate the school’s core values of: Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Excellence, and Community.

The School Safety Officer will report to the Special Projects Manager over safety/security.

Responsibilities of the School Safety Officer will include, but are not limited to:

●Provide security and surveillance to the school campus, including patrolling parking lots and school grounds.

●Provide security to school and network functions, including some afterschool and extracurricular activities when needed.

●Investigates, monitors, and reports to administration, when appropriate, law enforcement, suspicious activity, including but not limited to theft, vandalism, and criminal mischief.

●Communicates with the SPM & Dean of Operations, regarding security-related concerns and issues; works cooperatively with local law enforcement and other network personnel.

●Monitors students within a variety of environments for the purpose of ensuring the safety and welfare of students and school personnel.

●Builds and maintains positive professional relationships with students and school personnel as a key member of the operations team.

●Deescalates confrontations between students, parents, visitors, and community members while on campus. Works to assist the school administration in the investigation of incidents, as deemed necessary by the DOO.

●Assist with school safety drills under the direction of the administration.

●Assist with parent pick up and drop off as directed by the administration.

Desired Characteristics

●Unwavering commitment to Freedom Preparatory Academy’s mission, students, families, and community

●Firm belief in affirming the identity of students, families, and staff

●A strong commitment to teamwork and school safety

●Previous experience in a school setting as a safety, security, or police officer

●Reliable transportation to and from the specified location

Minimum Qualifications for being an Armed Guard in the state of TN.

●Be at least 21 years of age for registration as an armed security guard.

●Be a citizen of the United States or a resident alien.

●Be of good moral character.

●Applicants must submit electronic fingerprints for processing for a TBI and FBI criminal history check.

●Need More Information about becoming a licensed armed guard? Click Here

Salary is commensurate with experience.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: Freedom Preparatory Academy is actively seeking to build a diverse and experienced team of educators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are an equal-opportunity employer.

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BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION: We are excited that you are inspired or called to learn more about our mission, values, and potential opportunities. We’d encourage you to explore a few additional resources about us, the recent investment for what’s possible, and why you should consider our community as a place for you to become a part of. We are one of the few networks that centers the whole person and their needs to thrive and support themselves and their families in the South.

Check out some of the unique and rare benefits here, including but not limited to: 

-Paying higher, scaffolded teacher salaries from Year 1 to retirement stage

-Zero dollar monthly premium options, including holistic options such as chiropractic or acupuncture care

-Focus on staff well-being and collective care through our Adult Social-Emotional Learning

-Support in obtaining licensure

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: Freedom Preparatory Academy is actively seeking to build a diverse and experienced team of educators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are an equal opportunity employer.