Spring 2025 Guest Teacher Pool - Primary Elementary Academy Part-Time
Spring 2025 Guest Teacher Pool - Primary Elementary Academy Part-Time
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Position Description & Application Process for Guest Teacher (Substitutes)
Liberty STEAM Charter: A School of Inquiry Innovation and Impact
*If you ended the 2324 SY the only requirement to complete in order to maintain your activated status is the completion of your SAFE SCHOOLS training modules.*
Overview
Liberty STEAM Charter a tuitionfree openenrollment public charter school is located in Sumter South Carolina and opened in the Fall of 2021 serving 192 scholars in kindergarten and first grade. The firstever of its existence in the community the charter school will serve scholars in grades K12 at its buildout with grade levels being phased in overtime to ensure quality educational programming is offered to all enrolled scholars.
This unique opportunity to open a school offers its founding staff autonomy and leadership opportunities. The vision and mission of the school is predicated upon a general theory of action that has been wellcommunicated by early supporters who believe if a school existed which emphasized a focus on STEAM career fields through projectbased learning and personalized learning seeking to provide scholars with a blend of rigorous & relevant academic and workplace learning experiences then its graduates will leave with the competencies necessary to be successful in college or career.
As such the school will eventually serve as the cradletocollege/workforce pipeline in the Sumter community and become an integral part of a holistic revitalization approach. We are governed by a ninemember Board of Directors that represent a crosssection of our community. By leveraging innovative practices common to some of the state and nations topperforming public schools Liberty STEAM Charter School is ready to shatter the opportunity gap for all scholars. In addition to a projectbased learning approach with an integration of the STEAM curriculum scholars are provided with a strong foundation in literacy to help define and achieve their dreams.
Guest Teacher Employment Opportunity
Liberty STEAM Charter is committed to the longterm development of our scholars supporting their ultimate success in college and in life. We tailor our rigorous approach to meet the specific needs of our scholars including the core knowledge critical thinking independence and selfadvocacy skills that are essential for scholars. In order to do that every classroom is staffed with two teachers one who serves as a lead teacher (a master teacher) and a teaching fellow who also functions in an instructional capacity.
LSC is seeking to hire a pool of 10 highly qualified guest teachers to join a group of talented lead educators for the 202223 school year on an asneeded basis. Candidates must be excited and prepared for the challenges of building a highperforming public charter school. The ideal guest teacher candidate has a documented track record of excellence in working with children and will be responsible for assisting our scholars in achieving offthechart record results during the time in which they serve. Additionally the ideal candidate is especially committed to serving low SES and minority scholars selfreflective datadriven resultsoriented missionfocused open to and actively seeks constructive feedback and is tenacious about scholar college & career readiness.
The guest teacher position provides an opportunity for talented individuals with varying amounts of teaching experience to explore the field of education and to gain handson practice. Substitute Teachers will also assist with a variety of work inside and outside of the classroom including instructing classes supporting arrival/dismissal and class transitions and participating in schoolwide activities and celebrations
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide substitute teaching coverage for teachers within the school;
- Implementing curricula and activities to meet academic standards in absence of the regular teachers;
- Ensure that school policies are observed during all activities;
- Meet periodically with school leaders to implement feedback on lessons and instruction;
- Providing consistent rewards and/or consequences for scholar behavior;
- Supervising students during recess and transitions breakfast lunch and afterschool;
- Communicating effectively with students and colleagues;
Qualifications
- Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom
- Evidence of selfmotivation willingness to be a team player and has a strong sense of personal responsibility;
- Ideal candidates are hardworking urgent energetic and are willing to learn and adapt;
- Is reflective and constantly wants to improve;
- Is flexible and enjoys dealing with unpredictability;
- Strong time management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines;
- Prior experience working in schools and/or urban communities is preferred but not required;
Join a highly motivated team committed to education reform parent choice and the building of an exemplary school. Wed be excited to hear from you if:
- You have a minimum of a High School Diploma (Associates degree with 02 years of experience or a Bachelors degree is preferred);
- Have a steadfast belief that all scholars can learn and learn at high levels.
- You have an outstanding record of academic achievement and leadership;
- You have some experience working with children working within a classroom or youth development settings;
- You exude integrity selfawareness grit and perseverance;
- You take and implement feedback quickly while possessing a sense of humor;
- You are hardworking fastlearning and exceptional;
- You have a deepseated belief that children are capable of reaching the highest bars we set for them and are excited to join the education reform movement;
- You welcome the disruption of the status quo and want to work in a collaborative environment.
- NOTE: As a prospective LSC guest teacher you must be able to successfully pass a state and national background check have satisfactory references & participate in a paid three hour guest teacher training.
Compensation
Guest teachers work on a halfday 7:1511:30 am) or a fullday schedule 7:15 am 3:45 pm 8.5 hours) and are compensated at the rate of $12 per hour (noncertified Tier 1 with high school diploma) $15 per hour (noncertified Tier 2A with AA degree) $18 per hour (noncertified tier 2B with Bachelors Degree) or $20 (certified) and are not entitled to receive any additional benefits.
**School district retirees (noncertified) will be placed in the Tier 2B pay category.
Guest Teacher Pay Bands
Daily NonCertified Rate (Tier 1: $102
Daily NonCertified Rate (Tier 2: $127.50
Daily Certified Rate: $170
To Learn More About Liberty STEAM Charter
Please visit the Liberty STEAM Charter website at www.libertysteamcharter. Liberty STEAM Charter is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Use Your Talents and Passion to Help Deliver LifeChanging Opportunities for KidsApply Today
Interested applicants should apply directly to the job posting via the online JazzHR platform that can be accessed from the schools main website. Candidates who apply can expect the following flow: application videorecorded interview followup phone screening and a final round interview with school leaders.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Part-Time
