Special Education Teacher

Legacy Early College Overview

Legacy Early College is a K4-12 public charter school that originated through the vision of businessman William Brown in 2009, with an unwavering focus on “To and Through College” at every grade level. Legacy’s model combines academics, nutrition, physical fitness, and mental health. In addition to our college-driven academic standards, meals are made on site, scholars participate in PE every day, and Social-Emotional Literacy is integrated into the culture and curriculum.

We currently occupy the site of the historic Parker High School and the former Greenville County Fine Arts Center.

Legacy Early College (“Legacy”) is looking for Special Education Teachers for the  school year, with the ability to ensure student success through differentiated instruction. The candidate must create and maintain a climate that promotes respect, tolerance, and peaceful problem-solving for all students. This position reports to the School Principal.

• Review general education teacher lesson plans and provide detailed feedback to enable them to make necessary accommodations and modifications based on student learning needs and standards.
• Work with students with IEPs to set high goals that will compete with students who are applying to top high schools.
• Review student 504 plans and IEPs and lead IEP meetings.
• Oversee compliance of special education files.
• Track discipline data to ensure that special education discipline procedures are implemented (Manifestation Determination meetings, continuity of SPED services, FAPE).
• Coordinate RTI procedures and implementation.
• Assist the principal in coordinating, managing, and administering state, MAP, and interim assessments with accommodations.
• Monitor overall academic progress for students with IEPs.

• Valid South Carolina teaching certification required.
• Special Education teaching certification is required.
• A minimum of 2 years of successful lead teaching experience in an underserved community, preferred.
• Dedication to helping children grow and learn.
• Relentless focus on results and a commitment to teamwork.
• Experience working with English Language Learners, preferred.

Teachers will operate on the Legacy Early College academic calendar, which has a 195-day (10-month school year) schedule. A typical Full-Time week during normal school hours is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

• Competitive salaries based on education, certification, and experience.
• State PEBA benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Vanguard 401k:
  Employee invest 6% + Employer match 8% = 14%.
• Paid time off, school closure, and 10 holidays.
• On-site fitness center.

• Long-standing and sitting periods and the ability to lift items up to 25 lbs are required.
• Periodic participation in activities to support Legacy Early College is required.

The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies. Duties may be changed at the discretion of Legacy Early College at any time.

Legacy Early College is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment. Legacy Early College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.