Employment

Contract Type: Full-Time Teacher

Reports To: Dean of Lower School

Position Description: 

Entrusted with the education of children, a Good Hope Country Day School teacher promotes the best interests of the students within her/his charge and collaborates with colleagues and the island community to further the school’s mission and values and implement the school’s mantra: “The Island is our Classroom, the World is our Responsibility.”

The Lower School Teacher is assigned to one self-contained class, and/or may be a part of a two-person team assigned to a grade.  She/he teaches Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, and Social-Emotional Learning.  She/he works collaboratively with colleagues, attends various faculty and committee meetings as required, and performs other duties as assigned.

In May 2023, Good Hope Country Day School officially became a Cambridge International school. Cambridge International is a global curriculum rooted in academic rigor that reflects the latest educational research. Part of the University of Cambridge in the UK, Cambridge International offers a K-12 curricular framework in four stages known as the Cambridge Pathway. GHCDS is providing professional development to all teachers, new and returning, to help them learn the Cambridge curriculum.  Prior Cambridge International teaching experience is not required for new GHCDS teachers.

For more information, including how to apply, please go to https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Good-Hope-Country-Day-School.

Contract Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Teacher

Reports To: Dean of Lower School

Position Description: 

At Good Hope Country Day School, children are the heart of all we do. Our teachers inspire students’ curiosity, nurture their growth, and expand their horizons every day, utilizing best practices in teaching and learning and guiding them as they become their best selves.  Collaborating with colleagues and the island community, GHCDS teachers implement our mission; live our values of integrity, respect, citizenship and scholarship; and bring alive our school’s mantra, “The Island is our Classroom, the World is our Responsibility.”

The Lower School Music faculty member teaches choral and/or instrumental music to Nursery - 6th grade students in pull-out classes.  Classes generally consist of approximately 6 -12 students in the Early Learning Center (ELC) and 12 to 18 students in grades 1-6.  ELC music classes meet once per week, and music classes for grades 1-6 meet two or three times per week. She/he also organizes seasonal music concerts for students, parents, and the community. The Lower School music teacher works collaboratively with the Middle & Upper School music teachers and all his/her colleagues, attends various faculty and committee meetings as required, and performs other duties as assigned.

In May 2023, Good Hope Country Day School officially became a Cambridge International school. Cambridge International is a global curriculum rooted in academic rigor that reflects the latest educational research. Part of the University of Cambridge in the UK, Cambridge International offers a K-12 curriculum framework in four stages known as the Cambridge Pathway. GHCDS is providing professional development to all teachers, new and returning, to help them learn the Cambridge curriculum.  Prior Cambridge International teaching experience is not required for new GHCDS teachers.

For more information, including how to apply, please go to https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Good-Hope-Country-Day-School.

Contract Type: Full-Time Teacher

Reports To: Dean of Middle & Upper Schools

Position Description: 

Entrusted with the education of children, a Good Hope Country Day School teacher promotes the best interests of the students within her/his charge, and collaborates with colleagues and the island community to further the school’s mission and values and implement the school’s mantra: “The Island is our Classroom, the World is our Responsibility.”

The Middle and Upper School English faculty member teaches five sections of 7th through 12th grade English, according to the needs of the school.  She/he is responsible for an advisory group; advises one or more student clubs or activities; attends various faculty and committee meetings as required; and performs other duties as assigned.

In May 2023, Good Hope Country Day School officially became a Cambridge International school. Cambridge International is a global curriculum rooted in academic rigor that reflects the latest educational research. Part of the University of Cambridge in the UK, Cambridge International offers a K-12 curricular framework in four stages known as the Cambridge Pathway. GHCDS is providing professional development to all teachers, new and returning, to help them learn the Cambridge curriculum.  Prior Cambridge International teaching experience is not required for new GHCDS teachers.

For more information, including how to apply, please go to https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Good-Hope-Country-Day-School.

Contract Type: Full-Time Teacher

Reports To: Dean of Middle & Upper Schools

Position Description: 

Entrusted with the education of children, a Good Hope Country Day School teacher promotes the best interests of the students within her/his charge, and collaborates with colleagues and the island community to further the school’s mission and values and implement the school’s mantra: “The Island is our Classroom, the World is our Responsibility.”

The Middle and Upper School history faculty member teaches five sections of 7th through 12th grade history and/or Global Perspectives, according to the needs of the school.  She/he is responsible for an advisory group; advises one or more student clubs or activities; attends various faculty and committee meetings as required; and performs other duties as assigned.

In May 2023, Good Hope Country Day School officially became a Cambridge International school. Cambridge International is a global curriculum rooted in academic rigor that reflects the latest educational research. Part of the University of Cambridge in the UK, Cambridge International offers a K-12 curricular framework in four stages known as the Cambridge Pathway. GHCDS is providing professional development to all teachers, new and returning, to help them learn the Cambridge curriculum.  Prior Cambridge International teaching experience is not required for new GHCDS teachers.  Global Perspectives is a required part of the Cambridge International curriculum.

For more information, including how to apply, please go to https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Good-Hope-Country-Day-School.

Contract Type: Full-Time Teacher

Reports To: Dean of Middle & Upper Schools

Position Description: 

Entrusted with the education of children, a Good Hope Country Day School teacher promotes the best interests of the students within her/his charge, and collaborates with colleagues and the island community to further the school’s mission and values and implement the school’s mantra: “The Island is our Classroom, the World is our Responsibility.”

The Middle and Upper School mathematics faculty member teaches five sections of 7th through 12th grade mathematics, according to the needs of the school.  She/he is responsible for an advisory group; advises one or more student clubs or activities; attends various faculty and committee meetings as required; and performs other duties as assigned.

This assignment includes upper level high school math, and it is essential that the teacher be qualified to teach pre-calculus, calculus, and statistics.

In May 2023, Good Hope Country Day School officially became a Cambridge International school. Cambridge International is a global curriculum rooted in academic rigor that reflects the latest educational research. Part of the University of Cambridge in the UK, Cambridge International offers a K-12 curricular framework in four stages known as the Cambridge Pathway. GHCDS is providing professional development to all teachers, new and returning, to help them learn the Cambridge curriculum.  Prior Cambridge International teaching experience is not required for new GHCDS teachers.

For more information, including how to apply, please go to https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Good-Hope-Country-Day-School.

Contract Type: Full-Time Teacher

Reports To: Dean of Middle & Upper Schools

Position Description: 

Entrusted with the education of children, a Good Hope Country Day School teacher promotes the best interests of the students within her/his charge, and collaborates with colleagues and the island community to further the school’s mission and values and implement the school’s mantra: “The Island is our Classroom, the World is our Responsibility.”

The Middle and Upper School science faculty member teaches five sections of 7th through 12th grade science, according to the needs of the school.  She/he is responsible for an advisory group; advises one or more student clubs or activities; attends various faculty and committee meetings as required; and performs other duties as assigned.

This assignment includes high school science, and it is essential that the teacher be qualified to teach chemistry and physics. Qualifications in biology, astronomy, environmental science, and marine science are a plus.

In May 2023, Good Hope Country Day School officially became a Cambridge International school. Cambridge International is a global curriculum rooted in academic rigor that reflects the latest educational research. Part of the University of Cambridge in the UK, Cambridge International offers a K-12 curricular framework in four stages known as the Cambridge Pathway. GHCDS is providing professional development to all teachers, new and returning, to help them learn the Cambridge curriculum.  Prior Cambridge International teaching experience is not required for new GHCDS teachers.

For more information, including how to apply, please go to https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Good-Hope-Country-Day-School.

Contract Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Teacher

Reports To: Dean of Middle & Upper Schools

Position Description: 

At Good Hope Country Day School, children are the heart of all we do. Our teachers inspire students’ curiosity, nurture their growth, and expand their horizons every day, utilizing best practices in teaching and learning and guiding them as they become their best selves.  Collaborating with colleagues and the island community, GHCDS teachers implement our mission; live our values of integrity, respect, citizenship and scholarship; and bring alive our school’s mantra, “The Island is our Classroom, the World is our Responsibility.”

The Middle & Upper School Music faculty member teaches five sections of 7th through 12th grade choral and instrumental music, according to the needs of the school.  She/he also organizes seasonal music concerts for students, parents, and the community.  She/he is responsible for an advisory group; advises one or more student clubs or activities; attends various faculty and committee meetings as required; and performs other duties as assigned.  The Middle & Upper School music teacher works collaboratively with the Middle & Upper School Steel Pan teacher, the Lower School music teacher, and all his/her colleagues, attends various faculty and committee meetings as required, and performs other duties as assigned.

This assignment comprises teaching students of all levels, from beginning to advanced, in both choral and instrumental music.  Some classes may be composed of both beginners and advanced students. It is essential that the faculty member be prepared to differentiate instruction according to the needs of the students assigned to each class.

In May 2023, Good Hope Country Day School officially became a Cambridge International school. Cambridge International is a global curriculum rooted in academic rigor that reflects the latest educational research. Part of the University of Cambridge in the UK, Cambridge International offers a K-12 curricular framework in four stages known as the Cambridge Pathway. GHCDS is providing professional development to all teachers, new and returning, to help them learn the Cambridge curriculum.  Prior Cambridge International  teaching experience is not required for new GHCDS teachers.

For more information, including how to apply, please go to https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Good-Hope-Country-Day-School.

Contract Type: Full-year administrator

Reports to:  Head of School or Finance Director

Position Description: 

Good Hope Country Day School is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Buildings & Grounds Director to oversee the maintenance, operation, and improvement of our campus facilities and grounds and ensure the campus meets the highest standards of safety, functionality, and aesthetics. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in facilities management, including experience with maintenance policies and procedures, groundskeeping, custodial services, and project management.

A full-time administrative position, the Buildings & Grounds Director coordinates all aspects of building maintenance, including electrical, water, and septic systems, air conditioning systems, and other structural systems; supervises custodial services; and ensures that the campus grounds are well maintained.

The Buildings & Grounds Director also develops and implements record-keeping systems and preventive maintenance programs to ensure the long-term functionality of all facilities. He or she works to ensure that campus buildings and grounds provide a safe, optimal teaching and learning environment for students and employees.

The Buildings & Grounds Director is a senior member of the administration. She or he reports to the Head of School or Finance Director, and collaborates with employees and the island community to further the school’s mission and values and implement the school’s motto: “The Island is our Classroom, the World is our Responsibility.”

For more information, including how to apply, please go to https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Good-Hope-Country-Day-School.