Certified Lead Teacher; Elementary, Middle Level, CATE, Special Education

2026-27 Certified Lead Teacher (Elementary, Middle Level, CATE, Special Education)

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Overview

Liberty STEAM Charter, a network of tuition‑free, open‑enrollment public charter schools located in Sumter, South Carolina, serves nearly 1,000 scholars in grades K‑5 across three academy campuses. Authorized by the SC Public Charter School District in April 2020, LSC is the first‑ever of its existence in the community and will serve scholars in grades K‑12 across four academies at its build‑out with grade levels being phased in overtime to ensure quality educational programming is offered to all enrolled scholars.

You can view our entire charter application by clicking here. Read the 2025 annual report by clicking here.

This is a unique opportunity that offers its staff autonomy and leadership opportunities. The vision and mission of the school is predicated upon a general theory of action that has been well‑communicated by early supporters who believe if a school existed which emphasized a focus on STEAM career fields through project‑based 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 cradle‑to‑college/workforce pipeline in the Sumter community and become an integral part of a holistic revitalization approach. The school is currently governed by a nine‑member Founding Board of Directors and currently employs a leadership team of three individuals. By leveraging innovative practices common to some of the state and nation’s top‑performing public schools, the proposed charter school is ready to shatter the opportunity gap for all scholars.

In addition to a project‑based learning approach with an integration of the STEAM curriculum, scholars will be provided with a strong foundation in literacy to help define and achieve their dreams.

Assembling a World‑Class Faculty & Staff to Deliver on our Promise of Excellence for all Scholars

The faculty and staff at LSC will be champions who believe all scholars are capable of greatness and achievement far beyond what society has been conditioned to accept. If you have what it takes, then keep reading. You will be demanders of excellence for yourself and your scholars, encouraging and accepting nothing less than scholars’ best and most thoughtful work.

You are already a passionate learner who is hungry for professional development and thrives on feedback. Here, you will cultivate classroom cultures built on strong structures, communication and lasting relationships. You will be part of a powerful team that is all aligned around the same goals. Every day, your hard work will prepare scholars who will go on to become graduates who will be thoughtful and engaged citizens prepared to take on the leadership challenges of the 21st century.

And you’ll grow. Your growth matters to us. Because doing what’s best for kids means doing what’s best for teachers, too.

Instructional staff positions are full‑time positions located in Sumter, South Carolina.

Description of Sumter

Known as the Gamecock City, Sumter lies near the geographic center of South Carolina. Nearly 108,000 people call Sumter their home. Sumter offers a highly diversified industrial structure and is famed for its lovely gardens and charming residential neighborhoods. Part of the well‑known Santee‑Cooper Lakes region, Sumter is renowned for hunting, fishing, water sports, and golf. Located between two great vacation centers, Sumter is 100 miles west of Myrtle Beach’s Grand Strand and 175 miles east of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Columbia, the state capital, lies 44 miles to the west, and the major port city of Charleston is 99 miles south. Sumter is proud to be the home of Shaw Air Force Base and the Third Army, which are integral parts of our community. Sumter has become increasingly known for textiles, manufacturing, biotech industries, a thriving retail environment, and medical center of its region in addition to agricultural…