TeacherCareer Development
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:
- Instruction: Planning and delivering engaging, student-centered lessons that reflect a commitment to progressive teaching methods and content mastery.
- Curriculum Development: Individually and collectively contributing to the creation and refinement of the curriculum.
- Student Support: Building strong, authentic relationships with students, serving as a mentor and guide for their academic and social-emotional development.
- Collaboration: Actively collaborating within a grade-level or divisional team and with specialist (studio) teachers to create interdisciplinary and integrated learning experiences.
- Communication: Maintaining effective and proactive communication with parents regarding student progress and partnership in education.
- Community: Attending weekly faculty meetings, participating in routine school duties, and engaging in ongoing professional learning and curriculum development initiatives.
Qualifications
We seek candidates who possess a profound quality of mind, passion for teaching, and an unwavering commitment to the development of children and young adolescents. Candidates must align with Summit's Portrait of a Teacher, demonstrating intellectual curiosity, empathy, and adaptability.
Specific qualifications include:
- Education: Formal training in education or a relevant content area (M.A., M.Ed., or M.A.T. preferred).
- Experience: Classroom teaching experience, preferably in an independent school setting or within the grade levels applicable to our divisions (3 year old-5 or 6-9).
- Pedagogy: Strong orientation to progressive educational philosophy and student-centered teaching methods (e.g., project-based learning, inquiry, interdisciplinary studies).
- Skills: Demonstrated ability to differentiate curriculum and instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaboration: Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a high-functioning team and communicate effectively with all members of the school community.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Why Summit School?
At Summit, our faculty are empowered to be the creators of the curriculum. We offer a nurturing environment and a challenging curriculum that emphasizes inquiry, problem-solving, collaborative projects, and thoughtful learning experiences. We believe in the natural capacity of children to learn and enjoy learning, making the teacher role one of profound professional impact and fulfillment.
Next Steps
If you are a talented educator ready to join a supportive and pioneering school community, we invite you to submit your application. We will review candidates on a rolling basis as positions become available.
