From staff reports
In order to recruit highly sought math and science educators, Beaufort County School District has announced the Lowcountry Education Alternative Program (LEAP).
This new job-embedded alternative certification program is an opportunity for individuals with bachelor’s degrees in math or science to become state-certified while having an immersive classroom experience and access to individualized professional development, coursework, mentoring, and coaching – all while earning a teacher’s salary.
“This is a great opportunity for people with math or science degrees who have a passion for teaching to join our district,” Superintendent Frank Rodriguez said in a release. “It’s a worthwhile experience that allows individuals with strong content knowledge backgrounds to earn their teaching certification amongst our community of exceptional educators.”
If selected, qualified applicants will be able to teach math or science in middle or high school while earning their certification over the course of three years. A team of professionals will be dedicated to each participant’s growth as a teacher.
Interested persons are highly encouraged to text or call any member of the district’s Human Resources Talent Acquisition Team to learn more about LEAP:
– Monique Brown: 843-929-6841 or jackie.brown@beaufort.k12.sc.us
– Britta Hedglin: 843-592-7525 or britta.hedglin@beaufort.k12.sc.us
– Woodie Melton: 843-962-2586 or woodie.melton@beaufort.k12.sc.us
Additional information about this South Carolina Board of Education approved program can be found at https://ed.sc.gov/educators/alternative-certification/leap/.
