Staff Members
Human Resources
Employment Opportunities
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Please visit this link to review and apply for our current openings.
Completion of the South Carolina Department of Education Teacher Application and the proper South Carolina certification is required for Certified Positions.
You may also contact us at personnel@laurens55.org for any additional inquiries.
School Bus Driver Positions
You must be 18 years old with a good driving record and pass a drug screening and SLED check. If interested, please complete the attached application and send to:
LCSD 55 Transportation Office
5058 Hwy. 76 West
Laurens, SC 29360
or contact
Information for Substitute Teacher Applicants
Looking for inspiring work?
Substitute teachers have the chance to inspire students every day. Great substitute teaching opportunities at Laurens County School District 55 are available through our partner, ESS Education. You don’t need prior teaching experience—just a desire to help students become the best versions of themselves. If you’re interested in working as a substitute for our district, please visit www.ESS.jobs to apply or call 877.983.2244 for more information.
You can also reach our ESS contact for Laurens 55:
Kiantae Boyd
Kboyd@ess.com cell: (864)430-1868
Substitute Teaching
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Information for Substitute Teacher Applicants
Looking for inspiring work?
Substitute teachers have the chance to inspire students every day. Great substitute teaching opportunities at Laurens County School District 55 are available through our partner, ESS Education. You don’t need prior teaching experience—just a desire to help students become the best versions of themselves. If you’re interested in working as a substitute for our district, please visit www.ESS.jobs to apply or call 877.983.2244 for more information.
You can also reach our ESS contact for Laurens 55: Kiantae Boyd – Kboyd@ess.com cell: (864)430-1868
Human ResourcesÂ
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Department of Human Resources
OUR GOAL IS . . .
To recruit, acquire, and maintain a diverse work force that is the best in terms of qualifications, expertise, and commitment to excellence.
IN A WAY THAT. . .
- Focuses recruitment efforts on the best possible candidates.
- Commits to the diversity of the total work force.
- Establishes a comprehensive induction program for new employees.
- Provides a supportive work environment.
- Guarantees a competitive salary and benefit structure for all employee groups.
- Ensures continuous and comprehensive professional development for all staff.
- Involves the staff in the teacher preparation process.
SO THAT. . .
- Our students are guaranteed the best possible education.
- Continuous improvement for all staff and students becomes expected.
- Laurens County School District 55 continues to be a consistently exemplary District.
Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX
Laurens County School District 55 is committed to the principle of equal opportunity. It is the policy of the district not to discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, immigrant status, English-speaking status, familial status, or disability with regard to its students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment.Inquiries concerning Laurens County School District 55's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX, or Section 504 should be directed to: Dr. Jody Penland Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Services Title IX Coordinator Laurens County School District 55 301 Hillcrest Drive Laurens, SC 29360 jpenland@laurens55.org
To file a report of sexual discrimination or sexual harassment please see School Board Policy GBK and utilize the grievance form in GBK-E(1). Please send the completed form to Dr. Jody Penland using the contact information listed above.
Certification
- Teachers of Tomorrow Scholarship
- Submitting Renewal Credit
- SC Department of Education
- SC Praxis
- SC Renewal Procedures
- How do I become a Teacher?
- TeachSC
Employee Insurance and Benefits
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Employee Insurance and Benefits
Laurens County School District 55 has long been committed to providing insurance coverage and other quality benefits to employees.
For information, follow this link.
Family Medical Leave Act Â
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Forms & Information
The board will provide leave to eligible employees consistent with the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA). Eligible employees are entitled to up to 12 work weeks of unpaid family and medical leave in any 12-month period.
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Information and Forms
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
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LCSD 55 has partnered with Health Advocate to offer district employees and family members (spouses, dependents, parents, parents-in-law) personalized support to find balance and gain control during life's challenging times. This is provided at no cost to you or your family member.
800-730-6809
Email: answers@HealthAdvocate.com
Web: HealthAdvocate.com/members
24 hours a day/7 days a week
You can connect with a confidential support from EAP Professionals to help with personal, family, or work issues.
Support is available via phone, text, chat, video, or face-to-face.
Stressed? Anxious? Upset?
- Help for family, financial, legal problems, life transitions, substance abuse, and more
- Strategies to manage stress, depression, anger, and improve focus
Get Resources
- Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services, relocation
Struggling to Cope?
- Skills to handle challenges
- More in control of your life
- Referral to long-term help if needed
Compassionate and Confidential Support for District Employees and Family Members
From day-to-day challenges to a sudden critical event, Health Advocate's Care Managers are available to help with personal, family, and work-related concerns.
Employee Recognition Banquet 2021-2022
10 days ago
Induction Teacher of the Year
Carson Adkins, Laurens District 55 High School
Teacher of the Year
Connie Lewis, Hickory Tavern School
Support Staff of the Year
Melanie Samol, Laurens Elementary School
Retirees
