Who we are

Meeting Street Schools (MSS), a unique network of five schools across South Carolina, was founded in 2008 on the belief that all students can achieve at high levels 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 quality educational opportunities. At Meeting Street Streets, we believe in a holistic approach to student development and work to provide the experience and resources that facilitate student success in the classroom and beyond. To provide this, we make a twenty-year commitment to students and families, from early childhood education to college access support and scholarships.

Do You Have What it Takes?

Who we're looking for

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.

The Role

As an arts teacher, you are a dynamic, dedicated, and flexible instructional leader that will work with students in middle school to integrate the arts into our school community. You are creative, organized, and have experience exposing and engaging students to performing arts. You are energetic, passionate, and experienced in the world of performing arts. You will hold responsibilities for teaching, producing performance and community events, and supporting/building the school culture.

Note: The following duties are representative for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Responsibilities

• Teach arts based classes
• Support outstanding academic achievement and student character development
• Build classroom community and relationships with families, participating in a powerful team that ensures all students make outstanding academic progress
• Creates innovative and aligned lesson plans related to the arts
•  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
• Oversee breakfast and/ lunch for students daily, greeting students, visitors and assisting with the start and end of the school day.
• Assisting around the campus when not teaching, as needed
• Share responsibility for grade-level and school-wide activities
• 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
• Strong instructional and classroom management skills required

• 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

• Valid SC Certification
• Arts background
• Bachelor’s degree required, in education, theater, music, dance, art, or a related discipline 
• Two years of successful prior experience teaching or working with students in under resourced communities, preferred

The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience, starting at $49,000 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

Meeting Street Schools is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. 

All new hires for this position are eligible for our newcomer package and additional bonus opportunities.

At Meeting Street Schools we are committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.