Job Description
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 studentsÂ
•   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 objectives into lesson plans in ways that directly apply to the student’s life.
•   Create a positive classroom environment, offering praise and encouragement to students when they do well and providing guidance and redirection when they are struggling
•   Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School or Division Head, such as carpool, lunch, study hall, etc.
Job Skills & Requirements:
•   Minimum of  Bachelor’s degree with a major in elementary education, science, mathematics or engineering preferredÂ
•   Organized, capable and able to multitask
•   Enthusiastic, joyful and engaged team player
•   Growth mindset
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).