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Spencer-Owen Community School Corporation

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About Us

Spencer-Owen Community School Corporation (S-OCS) is located in Spencer, Indiana. Our school district encompasses nearly all of Owen County, which is located less than 20 miles from Indiana University in Bloomington.


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Small-Town Living, Big City Access

Location

Distance

Historic Tivoli Theater

Downtown Spencer

MyPath Trail

Downtown Spencer

Revitalized Downtown Main Street

Downtown Spencer

McCormick's Creek State Park

2 miles

IU Auditorium

17 miles

Indiana University

17 miles

Lake Monroe

28 miles

Brown County State Park

33 miles

Brown County Music Center

36 miles

The Mill (Terre Haute Music Venue)

41 miles

Indianapolis

59 miles

Career Opportunities

  •  Thank you for your interest in Spencer-Owen Community School Corporation!    

    Directions:
     

    1. Complete the editable online application.
    2. Download and save a copy for your records.
    3. Please e-mail the completed application to:  April Walker (awalker@socs.k12.in.us)
     

    • Pre-K and Preschool
    • Instructional Assistants
    • Home/School Advisor
    • Custodial
    • Food Service
    • Office Personnel
    • Bus
    • Temp
    • Technology

     

    • Available Positions
  • Substitute teaching is a great opportunity to be a mentor and help students become the best versions of themselves!

    Spencer-Owen Community School partners with Kelly Education, a leading provider of substitute teachers to school districts across the U.S to manage our substitute program.

    To learn more or apply for substitute teacher positions at Spencer-Owen Community Schools, please contact Kelly Education by completing the Inquiry Form below and a recruiter will follow up with you. 

    Have questions? Please call 800-991-5157, Option 2.
     

  • Please contact Matt Floyd if you are interested in becoming a Bus Driver.  812-828-0249 or 812-829-2233.

  • Safe Hiring and Expanded Criminal History and DCS Reports

    After finishing the application, you will receive two emails from "Kids Trak." One email will contain your password and the other will provide the website where you can complete your DCS (Department of Child Services) report.
     

Why S-OCS?

Twenty-first century students must have an educational experience that prepares them for the workforce, both in knowledge and application. S-OCS has developed a collective vision that articulates the community's aspirations for our students and provides a strategic direction for their overall education experience.

Key Factors

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  • 1:1 Chromebooks
  • Governor's Work Ethic Certificate Program
  • STEM Labs (K-8)
  • District-Wide PreK
  • C.L.A.S.S. Education (K-6)
  • Purple Star Award (K-12)
  • Financial Literacy Academy (OVHS)
  • Patriot Manufacturing (Self-Sustaining, Student-Run Business)
  • The Colonial Cup (Self-Sustaining, Student-Run Business)
  • Valley Cattle Copmany (Self-Sustaining, Student-Run Business)
  • Well-maintained facilities, including a new track and turf field
  • Nationally-recognized FFA program
  • JROTC
  • JAG (Jobs for America's Graduates)

 

What We Offer

  • Continuous opportunity for staff members to improve their craft through weekly PLC's (Professional Learning Communities) and monthly PD (professional development)
  • Competitive salary and benefit package, which includes medical, dental, life, and vision options
  • 401a - 1% Match (MetLife)
  • 403b - Investment Opportunities
  • Section 125
  • Retirement Seminars
  • Grant opportunities through the Owen County Community Foundation
  • Integrated classroom technology (Promethean Boards) and the use of 1:1 devices to facilitate the learning experience for both teachers and students
  • Tech Integration Specialist (supports classroom teachers with technology support and training)
  • New Teacher Orientation
  • First Year Teacher Mentor
     

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