Duke School — a nationally recognized leader in project-based learning — seeks an experienced Lower School Teacher to join our vibrant, inclusive learning community in Durham, North Carolina.
Rooted in a commitment to rigorous, joyful, inquiry-driven education, to developmentally grounded teaching, and to fostering a community of belonging, Duke School empowers students and educators to grow, collaborate, and lead with purpose.
As a Lower School Teacher, you will:
Serve as one of two teachers (co-teacher model) in a third or fourth-grade classroom of approximately 24 students, sharing tasks for planning, implementation, student evaluation, classroom management, and communication in a highly collaborative setting that promotes reflection and mutual support.
Guide rich, inquiry-based projects that integrate multiple disciplines, emphasizing social studies and science curriculum reflective of standards and benchmarks for those disciplines.
Design and deliver differentiated, explicit instruction in core content areas of reading, writing, and mathematics through a workshop approach.
Build strong relationships with students and families to support the holistic development of each learner.
Contribute actively to a collaborative, reflective, and forward-thinking faculty culture within the Lower School Division and as a member of the schoolwide community.
Who You Are:
An experienced educator with a deep understanding of child development and best practices in teaching.
A believer in student agency and authentic learning.
A skilled facilitator of both academic and social-emotional growth.
A lifelong learner who values collaboration and innovation in education.
A committed advocate for DEIB, dedicated to making all students and families feel seen, valued, and cared for, bringing a culturally responsive approach to teaching and learning.
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Requirements
Experience as a Lower School Teacher or equivalent experience in a similar setting.
Strong understanding of child development and best practices in teaching.
Ability to design and deliver inquiry-based projects that integrate multiple disciplines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to DEIB and culturally responsive teaching practices.
Interested in this position? Submit your application to Duke School before the deadline.
