Coastal Carolina University Intern Orientation Presented by Mary Anderson, Director of Recruitment & Staffing

“Our Vision, Our Promise” The Horry County Schools’ Vision: Horry County Schools’ vision is to be a premier, world-class school system in which every student acquires an excellent education. Our schools will be welcoming center organized around high- quality teaching and learning.

Horry County Schools’ Core Values We put service to students above all else. We take responsibility for the success of all students. We care passionately about our work with children. We build strong positive relationships with students, staff, parents and community. We model and promote civility and integrity.

Why teach for Horry County Schools? HCS is the 3 rd largest school district among the 85 districts in SC All classrooms are networked to the Internet and/or WIFI All elementary rooms are equipped with SMART boards, middle and high on target for next 1-2 yrs. Average class size is 25 In the last decade, 21 new schools have been built and 2 new attendance areas have been established Professional development opportunities Supportive administrative staff

Why is HCS “special”? Record amounts in college scholarships for the class of 2014 Highest ranked countywide school system in South Carolina Jennifer Ainsworth selected as SC Teacher of the Year HSAP scores show improvement in English Language Arts and Math Highest number of students taking AP and IB courses Most ever students earning college credits in high school

How is HCS organized? 9 attendance areas, bordered by the Atlantic on the east, NC on the north, Georgetown on the south and Marion to the west. Aynor, Carolina Forest, Loris, Conway (district offices location), Green Sea Floyds, Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, St. James and Socastee 27 elementary, 11 middle, 9 high, 2 academies, Scholars at CCU, Early College at HGTC and HC Education Center

Teacher Salary Scale as of 2014 Degree1 st year5 th year10 th year20 th year Bachelor’s Degree $35,305$38,980$43,036$52,462 Bachelor’s Plus 18 hrs. $36,939$40,785$45,030$54,891 Master’s Degree $40,650$44,878$49,552$60,402 Master’s Plus 30 hrs. $41,534$45,858$50,631$61,717

Vacancies Then click on “Employment” tab and “Apply Now”. Following options available Categories and Locations Administrative vacancies (School administrators) Teaching vacancies (Certified Teachers) Non-Teaching Professional vacancies (Non-certified) Support Staff vacancies (Hourly) Substitute Teaching (Classroom – Workshop required 1st) September 1, 2013 Structured Interview component added to application process.

What does an application include? Complete applications include the following: Horry County Schools Online Application Teaching Certificate At least 3 Professional References (listed in application – letters should be uploaded) College transcript(s) - showing degree conferred date New Graduates and PACE candidates only - must submit Praxis test scores and a letter from the college verifying their degree.

HCS Expectations for Interns Your internship is an interview – be prepared every day Interns are required to follow the HCS dress code Attire considered unacceptable includes: Athletic footwear (clean, solid color, walking-type shoes are acceptable; running shoes are not acceptable) Shorts of any kind (except for those who work outdoors in hot weather) Jeans of any color Sweatshirts &T-shirts Wind pants or sweat pants Bib overalls Leggings Immodest clothing (such as spandex, spaghetti straps, midriff tops, excessively short skirts, revealing garments such as low-cut tops, pants worn too low on hips, tops or dresses with thin straps, clothing that reveals underwear, split skirts or dresses with splits more than 2” above the knee) Facial piercing such as nose, eyebrow, lip, cheek, or tongue Visible tattoos

General Guidelines for Interns Men in professional positions should wear a collared shirt. Suits, sportcoats with dress shirt and tie should be worn when appropriate. Principals may occasionally make exceptions to wearing jeans, athletic footwear, sweatshirts, and/or T-shirts for special circumstances such as field trips to Playcard or similar outdoor trips, teacher workdays, and special school events. Staff development days, Fridays and summer work hours are not exceptions and do not constitute a “special occasion.” All exceptions must receive prior approval from the principal or District-level supervisor. There is a professional and appropriate dress for every position. Everyone is expected to be clean and neatly groomed and dressed. Men’s shirts should be tucked in at all times. Clothing should be neat and clean. Faded or wrinkled clothing does not reflect a professional, business-like appearance. All personnel should wear appropriate undergarments at all times. When in doubt about a garment, decide if you would wear it in a business setting. However, if your work for a particular day involves primarily manual labor, dress accordingly. To the maximum extent reasonable, physical education teachers may wear athletic clothing only when directly instructing physical education classes.

Social Networking Sites Interns are to follow the same guidelines and best practices as HCS employees. Do not “friend” any student, and remove current friends while interning. Clean up all photos, videos, wall posts and status updates – AT ALL TIMES. Keep all personal opinions of HCS, its employees, students and parents to yourself.

Texting, & Cell Phones Texting & ing between student and teacher can quickly become inappropriate in nature. Excessive texting & ing may be viewed as harassment. s between student /teacher and parent/teacher are only to be used for instructional purposes. s sent using district addresses and/or on district owned computers are PROPERTY of HCS. Personal cell phones are not to be used during instructional time.

Tips for Securing a Position Attend the annual teacher job fair or interview events Come dressed for an interview – not class Come prepared with a resume and portfolio Have scenarios prepared in advance & practice discussing them Limit answers to 2-3 minutes Have questions about the district prepared in advance Make sure you have a complete application on file with the district (this determines pay rate) Be flexible about location and grade level Become a substitute teacher/long term sub if you do not secure a full-time position

Contact Information Mary J. Anderson - Director Help Desk: