San Francisco, California
Asheville, North Carolina
Posted: 05-Mar-26
Location: Beverly Hills, Michigan
Type: Full Time
Salary: Commensurate with experience
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Detroit Country Day School is a private, independent, co-educational, non-denominational, preschool through grade 12, college preparatory school focused on a well-rounded liberal arts education. Emphasis on academics, arts, athletics, and character development is prevalent across the curriculum. DCDS believes diversity, equity, and inclusion are educational imperatives for the intellectual, social, and moral growth of every child. We honor the dignity of every human being and value differences that exist and are expressed throughout our vibrant school.
Position Summary
The Upper School Science Department seeks a skillful, dynamic, and student-centered Chemistry teacher. Preference will be given to candidates capable of contributing to the Department’s expanding offerings in Engineering and/or Computer Science.
This is an exciting time to join the DCDS Science Department as two recent additions allow faculty to provide dynamic and unique learning experiences to our students:
- The Studios – three spaces: the XR Studio, featuring the same technology as The Las Vegas Sphere; The Pod, a podcast/vodcast studio; and The Lab, a virtual reality lab – allow for unique and transformative learning experiences that go beyond the lab.
- DCDS recently became the only school in Michigan (and 13th worldwide) to offer Stan-X courses and partner with Stanford University bolstering our outstanding science-research program by adding a genetic engineering component.
- We have added new courses in both Engineering, Computer Science, and Robotics, including Engineer Your World, VEX Robotics, Machine Learning, and Data Mining.
Primary Responsibilities
- Teach Chemistry, giving students a rich and dynamic experience with the concepts and laboratory techniques in the field.
- Teach another subject, possibly Engineering and/or Computer Science courses as needed.
- Establish an engaging, student-centered, and inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation and active engagement. We are a school that believes deeply in Mind, Brain, and Education science (MBE) practices, annually supports faculty professional development in this area, and is a partner school with the Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning (CTTL).
- Maintain a regular system of monitoring, assessment, record-keeping and reporting of student progress.
- Contribute to the development and coordination of the Department’s curriculum and laboratory space.
- Serve an advisor to a small group of students. Advisors communicate and consult with parents over all aspects of their children’s education – academic, social, and emotional
- Communicate and consult with parents over all aspects of their children’s education – academic, social and emotional.
- Candidates are expected to participate meaningfully to the DCDS community by contributing to the student experience by leading a club and/or coaching.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree. Advanced degree preferred.
- Teaching experience in grades 9-12 preferred.
- Proficient and enthusiastic user of technology.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A genuine passion for mentoring teens and embracing the challenges and joys associated with that work is essential.
- A growth mindset and a desire to continue growing as a professional learner.
- Preference to candidates with coaching experience or expressed willingness to coach or direct activities.
Application Process
To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references via https://www.dcds.edu/about/careers. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our school community and look forward to reviewing your qualifications.