Charleston Day School

Charleston Day School (CDS) is a coeducational K-8 day school located in the heart of downtown Charleston, a city rich in history and steeped in beauty. The School and the city have been closely intertwined throughout the 85 years of the School’s existence, and Charleston is an integral part of Charleston Day School’s identity. From its beginnings as a small neighborhood school to its current manifestation as a vibrant 260-student urban institution that serves families throughout the city, CDS has steadfastly maintained a reputation for both rigorous academics and emphasis on character development. The mission of CDS is “to foster scholarship, integrity, respect, and responsibility” in its students. CDS is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS).

Mar 15, 2023
Full time
Charleston Day School Charleston, SC, USA
Charleston Day School seeks a full-time elementary school teacher beginning in August 2023. 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. Qualifications: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree with a major in elementary education. Masters degree preferred. Organized, capable and able to multitask Enthusiastic, joyful and engaged team player Growth mindset
Mar 06, 2023
Full time
Charleston Day School Charleston, SC, USA
An intimate, family-oriented independent school is seeking a qualified middle school mathematics instructor for grades 6-8.  Experience teaching in an accelerated math environment is preferred, along with experience teaching in an independent school environment to adolescent children. While holding a master’s degree in a related field is not required, it is preferred. Additional experience teaching a math club, coaching, or being a homeroom teacher and advisor are a plus.  Specific responsibilities:  •    Responsible for management of one eighth grade homeroom  •    Responsible for teaching middle school math to grades 6 - 8 •    Create daily lesson plans that are engaging, educational, hands-on and exciting for the students  •    Deliver lesson plans in a manner that engages the attention of the students and promotes curiosity  •    Lead a Middle School Advisory •    Partner with colleagues and parents to create a successful educational path for each student Job Skills...
Mar 06, 2023
Full time
Charleston Day School Charleston, SC, USA
Charleston Day School seeks an energetic and engaged Middle School Math and Science Teacher beginning in August 2023. 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. Specific responsibilities: •    Responsible for teaching middle school math and science •    Create daily lesson plans that are engaging, educational, hands-on and exciting for the students  •    Deliver lesson plans in a manner that engages the attention of the students and promotes curiosity •    Partner with colleagues and parents to create a successful educational path for each student •    Utilize best practices and stay abreast of trends in science, STEM and mathematics •    Seek professional development to enhance knowledge and the classroom experience •    Weave goals, competencies and...
Mar 06, 2023
Full time
Charleston Day School Charleston, SC, USA
Charleston Day School seeks a dynamic art teacher for grades K-8 for the 2023-2024 school year. Must be creative, flexible and energetic, have experience teaching art, and have a passion for art and for working with children. This position requires a degree in art or art education. About the Art Program at CDS Beginning in Kindergarten, every Charleston Day student receives art instruction weekly. The lower school grades focus on learning and exploring art with art history. Students express themselves through painting, drawing, sculpting, collage and printmaking inspired by such artists as Monet, Cezanne, Hiroshige, Picasso, Van Gogh and more. The middle school art program builds year after year, with each eighth grader graduating with a strong portfolio consisting of still lifes, portraits, landscapes and other various works. Middle school art classes advance students’ understanding of the elements of art and principles of design through the study of famous artists and art...