Charleston Day School

Charleston Day School (CDS) is a coeducational K-8 day school located in the heart of downtown Charleston, South Carolina, a city rich in history and steeped in beauty. Our mission is to foster scholarship, integrity, respect, and responsibility in our students. We prepare students to excel academically, engage in their communities, speak with poise and confidence, and lead with character. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion, treating all individuals with dignity and respect, and championing differences to advance intellectual and personal growth. The Board has a Community and Inclusion Committee that is responsible for ensuring that decisions are made with inclusivity in mind, and the faculty and staff are engaged in professional development and ongoing discussions to ensure all students have a sense of belonging. 

CDS is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). For more information on Charleston Day School, please visit our website at www.charlestondayschool.org. Candidates from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Apr 11, 2025
Full time
$50,000 - $72,000 yearly
Charleston Day School Charleston, SC, USA
Charleston Day School is seeking a Technology and Coding Elementary School Teacher for a 10-month position that will begin in August 2025. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. The teacher is expected to create a classroom environment that reflects and promotes the mission of Charleston Day School, and to work collaboratively with others on the team and school staff to promote the general well-being of the grade level and the school community. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Teach Technology and Coding to students in grades 1-6. Facilitate hands-on experiments and projects that allow students to learn by doing and exploring. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media which guide the learning process toward student learning. Use technology to promote learning, creativity, and collaboration. Work directly with colleagues in the development, implementation, and evaluation of...
Apr 10, 2025
Part time
Charleston Day School Charleston, SC, USA
Charleston Day School seeks a Part-Time (approximately 12 -15 hours per week) Teaching Assistant beginning in August 2025. Candidate will support elementary classroom teachers in providing day-to-day instruction. Previous teaching experience in an early elementary setting is preferred. Expectations: • Works with students to help reinforce learning objectives in an engaging way. • Fosters routines and procedures in clear, concise ways to create conditions for positive student behavior. • Promotes a respectful, kind, positive classroom community. • Uses appropriate judgement to act in the best interest of students at all times. • Integrates academics with the teaching of social and emotional skills in an active learning environment. • Demonstrates cognitive flexibility in a setting where disengaging from one task and responding effectively to another task is essential. • Participates with other faculty and staff to support the mission of Charleston Day School. • Adheres to all...
Mar 26, 2025
Full time
$50,000 - $75,000 yearly
Charleston Day School Charleston, SC, USA
Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced, energetic and engaged Elementary French and Spanish Teacher to join our Lower School faculty (Grades K-4). The ideal candidates will create a nurturing and stimulating educational environment, develop and implement engaging lesson plans, and support the individual learning needs and interests of each student. This role requires a commitment to fostering leadership skills, scholarship, and personal growth in young learners. The salary for this position ranges from $50,000 to $75,000 and is based on years of experience . Responsible for teaching French and Spanish to kindergarten through 4th Grade, incorporating speaking, writing, comprehension, oral communication, and culture. Develop and facilitate lesson plans that align with Charleston Day’s curriculum and educational philosophy. Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student engagement and a love for learning. Integrate...
Mar 21, 2025
Part time
$20,000 - $40,000 yearly
Charleston Day School Charleston, SC, USA
Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and passionate French Teacher to join our Lower School faculty (Grades K-5). Ideal candidates will create a nurturing and stimulating educational environment, develop and facilitate engaging lesson plans, and support the individual learning needs and interests of each student. This role requires commitment to fostering leadership skills, academic excellence, and personal growth in young learners. The salary for this position ranges from $25,000 - $40,000 and is based on years of experience.  Key Responsibilities: Responsible for teaching French to kindergarten through 4th Grade, incorporating speaking, writing, comprehension, oral communication, and culture. Develop and facilitate lesson plans that align with Charleston Day’s curriculum and educational philosophy. Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student engagement and a love for learning. Integrate academics...
Mar 21, 2025
Part time
$20,000 - $40,000 yearly
Charleston Day School Charleston, SC, USA
Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Spanish Teacher to join our Lower School faculty (Grades K-5). Ideal candidates will create a nurturing and stimulating educational environment, develop and facilitate engaging lesson plans, and support the individual learning needs and interests of each student. This role requires commitment to fostering leadership skills, academic excellence, and personal growth in young learners. The salary for this position ranges from $25,000 - $40,000 is based on years of experience.  Key Responsibilities: Responsible for teaching Spanish to kindergarten through 4th Grade, incorporating speaking, writing, comprehension, oral communication, and culture. Develop and facilitate lesson plans that align with Charleston Day’s curriculum and educational philosophy. Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student engagement and a love for learning. Integrate academics with...