Teaching Fellow (Charleston, SC)
Charleston, SC - USA
Job Summary
Who We Are
Meeting Street Schools is a groundbreaking network of four South Carolina schools with a mission of empowering children with the excellent life-changing education they deserve. We were founded in 2008 to give hard-working students the opportunity to receive an education that will transform their lives. We are ambitious in our commitment to families and we expect the same in return. We value exceptional teaching life-changing student achievement innovation and a growth mindset and gratitude and responsibility.
Who Were Looking For
We exist to change the status quo in education and we seek individuals who strongly align with our mission. We look for those who refuse to compromise and see education as the gateway to opportunity. We hold high expectations for ourselves and our students. Our team strives to meet a bar of excellence and we constantly challenge ourselves to get better and evolve our approach. High performers and leaders are encouraged to apply.
The Role
For those who learn best by observing doing receiving feedback and guidance the Teaching Fellows program is perfect for addition to working alongside a co-teacher and learning on the job in real time Fellows receive targeted individualized development as they learn the skills requiredto graduate into a lead teacher role. Graduates with bachelors degrees in any major are welcome and encouraged to apply.
Core Responsibilities:
Support outstanding academic achievement and student character development
Create a positive achievement-oriented and structured learning environment that excites and invests in students as they reach their full potential
Build a strong classroom community and relationships with families
Commit to constant professional and personal growth through reflection feedback and collaboration
Fully engage in all Teacher Fellow and school-wide professional development trainings and practice clinics
Internalize and deliver innovative lesson plans
Use data analytics to strategize around student outcomes
Adapt teaching for the benefit of each student and collaborate with other educators for support and ideas
Assesses student learning consistently and adjusts instruction to meet individual student needs
Performs all other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Skills & Characteristics:
A commitment to the mission and core values of Meeting Street Schools and an unwavering belief that all students can and will succeed
High level of personal organization and planning
Team player
Desire to master content and enthusiasm for subject matter
Ability to inspire motivate and engage children
Educational Background Requirement:
Bachelors degree (Degree must be conferred by July 1 2026 for beginning-of-year start dates)
Compensation & Benefits:
This role starts on July 15th. Kindergarten through 8th Grade Teaching Fellows at our Charleston location receive a starting salary of $69000 and are eligible for yearly performance awards. Additionally Meeting Street Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Health Dental Vision and Pet Insurance
Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
Employee Family Wellness Programs
Tax-Favored Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
Retirement Plans
For current Meeting Street Schools employees: This position is eligiblefor an employee referral bonus. For more information please contactor refer to your employee handbook.
Meeting Street Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs and are not based on race color sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) citizenship status national origin ancestry gender identity or expression sexual orientation age religion creed physical or mental disability marital status veteran status uniformed service political affiliation genetic information or any other factor or characteristic protected by applicable law.