TEACHER (Future Openings)
Description
General Teacher - Future Openings (All Divisions)
Summit School is continuously seeking exceptional, dedicated, and mission-aligned Teachers to join our faculty across our Early Childhood (3 year olds - K), Lower School (Grades 1- 5), Triad (Grade 1 -8) and Upper School (Grades 6-9). This evergreen posting invites applications from outstanding educators who are committed to progressive pedagogy, nurturing student growth, and collaborating within a dynamic independent school environment. Specific content area needs may vary by division and hiring cycle.
About Summit School
Nestled in the heart of Winston-Salem, Summit School is an independent day school, serving approximately 560 students from 3 years old through Grade 9 since 1933. We are dedicated to pioneering excellence in education, fostering an environment where every student can flourish and reach their full potential through a challenging, nurturing, and hands-on curriculum.
Job Description
The General Teacher is a fully professional role responsible for delivering a robust and thoughtful curriculum, ensuring student learning and emotional growth in a core content area (e.g., Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, General Studies).
This position includes:
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Instruction: Planning and delivering engaging, student-centered lessons that reflect a commitment to progressive teaching methods and content mastery.
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Curriculum Development: Individually and collectively contributing to the creation and refinement of the curriculum.
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Student Support: Building strong, authentic relationships with students, serving as a mentor and guide for their academic and social-emotional development.
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Collaboration: Actively collaborating within a grade-level or divisional team and with specialist (studio) teachers to create interdisciplinary and integrated learning experiences.
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Communication: Maintaining effective and proactive communication with parents regarding student progress and partnership in education.
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Community: Attending weekly faculty meetings, participating in routine school duties, and engaging in ongoing professional learning and curriculum development initiatives.