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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 Schools, 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 who strongly align with our mission and believe 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. We hold ourselves to high standards and embrace accountability in our pursuit of outcomes that change the lives of students. 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 are encouraged to apply.

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.

MSS teachers combine the ability to motivate and educate, to develop academic as well as character skills, and to make a college preparatory education relevant both now and for the future. MSS teachers have a growth mindset and are afforded multiple professional development opportunities throughout the year, including Responsive Classroom training, Eureka Math, Wit and Wisdom, Wilson’s Fundations, collaborative planning sessions, whole and small group school-wide focus professional development, team analysis of performance data and other personalized opportunities for teachers to grow.

In most cases, Early Childhood and Elementary teachers are paired with a co-teacher or fellow teacher. Co-teachers act as co-leads and fellow teachers are newer to the profession and will be mentored by the Lead teacher.

• Support outstanding academic achievement and student character development
• Create a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment that excites and invests students as they reach their full potential
• Build a strong classroom community and relationships with families
• Support students through direct, small-group, and differentiated instruction
• Creates innovative and common core aligned lesson plans
• Assesses student learning on a consistent basis and adjusts instruction to meet individual student needs
• 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

• 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
• Desire to master content and enthusiasm for subject matter
• Ability to inspire, motivate and engage children

• Bachelor's degree required
• Active or in-process teaching certification in Elementary Education required
• 2+ years experience leading a classroom
• Successful experience teaching or working in underserved communities

Teachers are the center of our schools; they are the ones creating new opportunities for students and altering the trajectory of their lives. Improving teacher compensation is a core focus of Meeting Street Schools, and that's why we're thrilled to share an increase in teacher pay for the 2024-25 school year, starting at $55,000 (Bachelor's + 0 years) for our Charleston-area campuses. We're proud to provide a thoughtful and comprehensive package that goes beyond compensating educators solely based on years of experience. Our goal is to continue to be more visionary than the traditional model.

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

Performance Bonuses

All new hires are eligible for additional awards and 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.