Upper Elementary Teacher

Charleston Day School seeks an energetic and engaged Upper Elementary Teacher beginning in August 2026. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to registrar@charlestonday.org . 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 Lower School and the school community.

Specific Responsibilities:

Responsible for management of an upper-elementary homeroom, a group of approximately 16- 18 students Responsible for teaching topics that could include LA, math, and science to two sections of an older elementary grade. 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 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 Associate 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 language arts preferred Organized, capable and able to multitask Enthusiastic, joyful and engaged team player Growth mindset