Careers at Legends
Do everything with love. Join our team and help 900+ scholars thrive.
Why Work at Legends?
Partnership, Not Isolation
In our two-adult classroom model, you have a co-teacher partner every single day. No more teaching alone. You'll have built-in collaboration, support, and accountability.
Mission Alignment
Every day, you're working toward educational equity and scholar joy. Your work matters because the mission is real and visible in our classrooms and community.
Growth & Development
We invest in our team. Professional development, mentorship, and pathways to leadership are part of our culture. We grow together.
Community & Belonging
Our team isn't just colleagues — we're a community rooted in the Prince George's County neighborhoods we serve. We celebrate each other and our scholars' wins.
Sustainable Workload
With two adults in every K-5 classroom and strong operations support, we've designed work that's challenging but sustainable. Burnout isn't a feature of our culture.
Values-Driven Culture
We live "Do Everything With Love" and "Graceful Grit" every day. This isn't corporate speak — it shapes how we treat each other, our scholars, and our families.
Current Opportunities
Classroom Teachers (K-8)
Co-teach with a partner educator in our two-adult classroom model. We're looking for certified teachers passionate about differentiation, joy-centered instruction, and student outcomes.
We're Looking For:
- Maryland teaching certification (or willingness to pursue)
- Passion for our scholars and families
- Commitment to continuous growth
Interested? Reach out at careers@legendspcs.org with your resume and a note about why you're drawn to Legends.
School Leaders
Guide our schools' operational and instructional leadership. Roles include grade-level leads, special education coordinators, and operations managers.
We're Looking For:
- Leadership experience in education or related field
- Strategic and systems thinking
- Ability to inspire and build teams
Interested? Reach out at careers@legendspcs.org with your resume and a note about why you're drawn to Legends.
Support Staff
From front office to facilities, our support teams keep Legends running smoothly and welcoming. We need all hands on deck.
We're Looking For:
- Customer service excellence
- Reliability and attention to detail
- Commitment to our mission
Interested? Reach out at careers@legendspcs.org with your resume and a note about why you're drawn to Legends.
More positions posted regularly. Check back soon or email careers@legendspcs.org to be notified of new opportunities.
AmeriCorps Legends Fellows
Our AmeriCorps Legends Fellows program is a powerful way to serve scholars while earning a living stipend and educational award. Fellows work alongside certified teachers in our two-adult classrooms, providing differentiation, small-group instruction, and behavioral support.
Program Benefits
- • Monthly living stipend
- • AmeriCorps education award ($6,495 for 2024)
- • Professional training and development
- • Service-year completion bonus
- • Health insurance eligibility
Who We Seek
- • Motivated individuals passionate about education
- • Recent college graduates or career changers
- • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- • Commitment to our scholars and mission
- • Service-oriented mindset
24 AmeriCorps Fellows serve at Legends each year, bringing energy, fresh perspectives, and dedicated support to every classroom.
Learn More About the Fellows ProgramOur Commitment to Our Team
At Legends, we believe our team is our greatest asset. That's why we're committed to:
- ✓Competitive compensation that values your expertise and dedication
- ✓Health and wellness benefits because we care about your whole self
- ✓Professional development that includes coaching, workshops, and conference attendance
- ✓Inclusive and equitable hiring practices that welcome diverse backgrounds and experiences
- ✓Support for parents and caregivers including flexible scheduling and family-friendly policies
Ready to Join Us?
Send your resume, cover letter, and any questions to:
careers@legendspcs.orgWe review applications on a rolling basis. Thank you for your interest in Legends!