Short Term Upper School Biology/Environmental Science Job Description

Short Term Upper School Chemistry / Physics Teacher

About Charleston Collegiate:

Charleston Collegiate School (CCS) is an independent co-educational non-sectarian day school serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Situated on a picturesque 60-acre campus of playing fields wooded trails and an outdoor education center CCS is located on Johns Islandjust 20 minutes from Charlestons historic district and the beach resorts of Kiawah and Seabrook Islands. Founded in 1970 CCS fosters a challenging and supportive learning community that recognizes nurtures and challenges its diverse student body. Organized into Lower School (PK-5) Middle School (6-8) and Upper School (9-12) the schools mission is to empower students through a student-centered approach that emphasizes collaboration innovation and individuality. With approximately 400 students CCS is Charlestons only independent PK-12 school of its kind providing a unique education grounded in the pillars of project-based learning entrepreneurship arts and creativity and outdoor education. These foundational elements equip students to become lifelong learners and resilient leaders ready for 21st-century careers.

Job Summary:

Charleston Collegiate is seeking a short-term Upper School Biology / Environmental teacher who will be responsible for teaching Biology AP Environmental Science. and an elective Forensics course. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record of success teaching at a high school level with a particular emphasis on biology and/or environmental science. While this position focuses on biology and environmental science courses Charleston Collegiate values multi-talented teachers. So while the ability to teach all levels of high school biology and environmental science is preferred the ability to offer science disciplines is a plus.

Essential Qualifications:

• Creative energetic collaborative and entrepreneurial.
• A deep commitment to equity and diversity.
• A deep commitment to the CCS core values and educational pillars.
• Skilled facilitator of experiential education and project-based learning especially in developing and adapting curriculum for group projects with learning goals in mind.
• Able to establish an organized safe and inclusive classroom that promotes creativity critical thinking independence communication and problem solving.
• Scaffold instruction to meet individual student needs using data to inform teaching practices and monitor progress in line with academic standards and outcomes.
• Partner with colleagues to align teaching practices and share ideas for interdisciplinary learning.
• Communicate effectively with families about student progress successes and challenges.
• Stay informed on best practices in secondary education participate in professional development opportunities and contribute to the CCS learning community.
• Incorporate opportunities for students to engage with the local community fostering connections that support learning and community integration.
• A positive can-do attitude and growth mindset
• A willingness to participate in student-life activities e.g. advisory club leadership coaching after-school programs
• A minimum of a Bachelors degree in a relevant subject discipline e.g. Education biology or environmental science
• A minimum of 3-5 years teaching experience

Desirable Qualifications:

• Independent school experience
• Advanced degree / postgraduate qualification
• The ability to teach other subject disciplines and elective courses

For more information and to apply visit . or contact Head of the Upper School Gareth Griffith at