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 We're 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

Multilingual Learner Specialists at Meeting Street Schools play a vital role in helping students learning English as a second language access a life-changing education. These educators are language development experts and passionate advocates who ensure multilingual learners are fully supported and set up for success. Through personalized instruction, collaboration with teachers, and a deep understanding of each student’s progress, they help students gain confidence, grow academically, and thrive in an inclusive learning environment. By removing language barriers, they ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed. 

Core Responsibilities:

• Instruction & Support: Design and deliver targeted, rigorous lessons that support multilingual learners in listening, speaking, reading, and writing English. Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate multilingual learners into the general education setting.
• Assessment & Progress Monitoring: Select and create assessments to track student progress, adjusting instruction based on data and student needs. Communicate progress to students, families, and school leaders.
• Professional Development & Leadership: Be a thought partner and support for teachers and staff on best practices for supporting multilingual learners, fostering a school-wide culture of inclusion and equity.
• Compliance & Testing: Ensure compliance with Multilingual Learner accommodation plans, administer ACCESS testing, and manage screening for students reporting a home language other than English.
   

Skills and Characteristics

• A commitment to the mission and core values of Meeting Street Schools and an unwavering belief that all students can and will succeed
• Specific knowledge of best practices in teaching explicit decoding and/or language comprehension
• High level of personal organization and planning
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Commits to professional and personal growth through reflection, feedback, and collaboration

Educational Background and Work Experience

• A bachelor’s degree is required
• Conversational Spanish fluency preferred
• ESOL Certification is preferred
• A minimum of two years of successful experience working with students is preferred 

Compensation & Benefits:

The starting salary for this position is $68,000, with 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

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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.