Employment Opportunities

Dedham Country Day School (DCD) seeks a talented, creative, and nimble Director of Marketing and Communications to join the robust faculty in our Pre-Kindergarten to grade 8 community. This full-time role is responsible for overseeing DCD’s marketing and communications program, leading the creation and dissemination of content that reinforce the school’s values, mission, and child-centric program with key constituencies. This is a full-time position that reports to the Chief Advancement Officer and coordinates closely with the Assistant Head/Director of Admissions, with collaboration across the entire school community.

Key Responsibilities:

       Communications:

• Develop and execute annual integrated communications and marketing strategies/plans
• Responsible for production of Annual Bulletin, Annual Report, School Handbook, and Curriculum at a Glance publications
• Oversee content creation and strategies for managing all DCD social media channels
• Oversee production of weekly eNews for current families
• Administer digital asset management system for photos and video
• Assist with creation and dissemination of timely/emergency communications
• Support Annual Fund, Campaign, and Special Events Directors in producing printed and electronic solicitation materials, messaging, and other materials
• Help manages school interactions with the media
• Oversee all videography and photography projects
• Collaborate with all school constituencies, including the parents’ association, faculty, staff, administrative team, and others to help meet their communications needs

      Admissions and Marketing:

• Develop annual marketing calendar to support strategic plan
• Oversee creation of admissions marketing materials including digital and printed advertising, paid social advertising, event invitations, flyers and publicity related to enrollment marketing and retention
• Manage strategy, design, and content of school website
• Oversee creation of publicity for school-wide community events 

      Advancement Office and Community:

• Manage and mentor DCD’s Content Media Specialist
• As a member of the Advancement Team, support school events and activities as necessary
• Participate in the school community as a contributing member, helping with weekly duties shared by all faculty and staff
• Optional coaching in our Middle School Athletics program comes with a separate stipend and is encouraged

Strong candidates will have:

• A bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience working in marketing and/or communications, ideally at an independent school or in higher education
• Strong written and verbal communications skills along with attention to detail and creativity
• Technical familiarity with media tools and platforms including Adobe Creative Suite, Constant Contact, Canva and WordPress
• Commitment to a collaborative, education-focused work environment
• The ability to establish and maintain constructive relationships across multiple school constituencies
• An eagerness to embrace multicultural perspectives and build an inclusive school environment 
• Skill in managing multiple priorities and adapting to changing circumstances as necessary, with confidence and grace

School Mission and Philosophy:

DCD is proud to offer an educational experience that:

• Provides to each child a unique educational balance of challenging academics, arts, and athletics;

• Embraces an inclusive interdependent community of students, teachers, and parents that fosters trust and encourages children to take risks;

• Creates independent, resilient, lifelong learners through engaging, developmentally based teaching designed to meet varied learning styles; and

• Inspires students to become caring, ethical members of the larger world by emphasizing thoughtful citizenship and respect for self and others.

At DCD, our children develop a willingness to try, an ability to do, and a drive to care. We strive to provide a multicultural and anti-bias education which celebrates the diversity of our community and prepares children with the skills they need to connect and thrive in our diverse world. We believe that a broad range of experiences and viewpoints enhances learning and enriches life for students and faculty alike. We strongly encourage applications from people of color or educators from communities that are historically underrepresented in independent schools, and are committed to an inclusive school experience for all who work at DCD. Additionally, DCD places a high value on the professional growth of all faculty and staff and provides outstanding opportunities for individual professional development.

Application Information: 

Dedham Country Day School provides a competitive salary and benefits plan. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Katie Ouellette, Special Assistant to the Head of School at kouellette@dcds.net. 

Dedham Country Day School (DCD) seeks a well-qualified Grade 2 Teacher to join the robust faculty in our Pre-Kindergarten to grade 8 community for the 2023-2024 school year.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage all classroom responsibilities including designing, planning and implementing curriculum and instruction 
• Teach core subjects including:
  • Literacy through a balanced approach with direct phonics instruction, utilization of guided reading, Lucy Calkins resources and literature-based small groups
  • Lucy Calkins units of study in writing
  • Math using the TERC: Investigations in Numbers, Data and Space curriculum 
  • Social studies
• Collaborate with grade-level team members and lower school faculty on curricular and cultural initiatives
• Monitor and promote the social and emotional growth of students utilizing Responsive Classroom practices
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to enhance teaching and learning in the classroom 

• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians on student progress through written comments at the conclusion of each term and conferences
• Participate in learning team meetings, division meetings, weekly faculty/staff meetings, and professional development opportunities
• Take part in the school community as a contributing member, through committee work and weekly recess and lunch duties

Strong candidates will have:

• A bachelor’s degree, with a master’s degree in education preferred
• Three or more years of experience working with elementary school-aged children
• Experience using TERC: Investigations in Numbers, Data and Space math curriculum 
• Knowledge of guided reading and Lucy Calkins units of study reading and writing workshop
• Strong belief in a child-centered and developmentally-appropriate environment
• An eagerness to embrace multicultural perspectives with experience building an inclusive environment and an awareness of anti-bias teaching practices
• An ability to be flexible and adaptable in all activities and responsibilities, with an eagerness to work collaboratively on a team

• An ability to integrate academic technology into the classroom experience

School Mission and Philosophy:

DCD is proud to offer an educational experience that:

• Provides to each child a unique educational balance of challenging academics, arts, and athletics;

• Embraces an inclusive interdependent community of students, teachers, and parents that fosters trust and encourages children to take risks;

• Creates independent, resilient, lifelong learners through engaging, developmentally based teaching designed to meet varied learning styles; and

• Inspires students to become caring, ethical members of the larger world by emphasizing thoughtful citizenship and respect for self and others.

At DCD, our children develop a willingness to try, an ability to do, and a drive to care. We strive to provide a multicultural and anti-bias education which celebrates the diversity of our community and prepares children with the skills they need to connect and thrive in our diverse world. We believe that a broad range of experiences and viewpoints enhances learning and enriches life for students and faculty alike. We strongly encourage applications from people of color or educators from communities that are historically underrepresented in independent schools, and are committed to an inclusive school experience for all who work at DCD. Additionally, DCD places a high value on the professional growth of all faculty and staff and provides outstanding opportunities for individual professional development.

Application Information: 

Dedham Country Day School provides a competitive salary and benefits plan. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Katie Ouellette, Special Assistant to the Head of School at kouellette@dcds.net.

Dedham Country Day School (DCD) seeks a well-qualified middle school science and math teacher to join the robust faculty in our Pre-Kindergarten to grade 8 community for the fall semester of 2023 (late August – December).

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach four middle school classes in math and science to students in grades 6, 7 and 8

• Provide advising to middle school students and engage in student life and activities 

• Participate in the school community as a contributing member, through regular faculty/staff meetings and weekly coverage for recess and/or lunch duties

Strong candidates will have:

• A bachelor’s degree with an advanced degree in science or education preferred 
• A minimum of 2-3 years of teaching experience in science and/or mathematics
• Strong organizational, time management, communication and interpersonal skills and a passion for working with children
• Experience building an inclusive environment and an awareness of anti-bias teaching practices
• A openness to integrate academic technology into the classroom experience
• A willingness to be part of a collaborative team

School Mission and Philosophy:

DCD is proud to offer an educational experience that:

• Provides to each child a unique educational balance of challenging academics, arts, and athletics;

• Embraces an inclusive interdependent community of students, teachers, and parents that fosters trust and encourages children to take risks;

• Creates independent, resilient, lifelong learners through engaging, developmentally based teaching designed to meet varied learning styles; and

• Inspires students to become caring, ethical members of the larger world by emphasizing thoughtful citizenship and respect for self and others.

At DCD, our children develop a willingness to try, an ability to do, and a drive to care. We strive to provide a multicultural and anti-bias education which celebrates the diversity of our community and prepares children with the skills they need to connect and thrive in our diverse world. We believe that a broad range of experiences and viewpoints enhances learning and enriches life for students and faculty alike. We strongly encourage applications from people of color or educators from communities that are historically underrepresented in independent schools, and are committed to an inclusive school experience for all who work at DCD. Additionally, DCD places a high value on the professional growth of all faculty and staff and provides outstanding opportunities for individual professional development.

Application Information: 

Dedham Country Day School provides a competitive salary and benefits plan. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and three references to Katie Ouellette, Special Assistant to the Head of School at kouellette@dcds.net.

Dedham Country Day School (DCD) seeks a well-qualified General Music Teacher and Choral Director to join the robust faculty in our Pre-Kindergarten to grade 8 community for the 2023-2024 school year. The successful candidate will have experience teaching in a pre-kindergarten to grade eight setting with particular emphasis on lower school general music and middle school and upper elementary chorus. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach the general music program for primary/lower school students and develop the curriculum as needed
• Provide leadership as the Lower School and Middle School Choral Director teaching music skills and harmony, music appreciation, and explorations in choral music related to the appropriate grade level
• Provide musical direction in support of class plays 
• Lead the school’s community singing

• Plan, rehearse and present students’ work throughout the year in performances and events such as the Halloween Assembly, Thanksgiving Assembly, Winter Assembly, and annual spring arts assemblies 
• Maintain care/responsibility for school-owned music, musical instruments, equipment, and studio spaces.
• Compose formal comments on each student at the conclusion of each term
• Take part in the school community as a contributing member through participation in department meetings, regular faculty/staff meetings, committee work, school events, professional development opportunities, etc.
• Provide weekly coverage for recess and lunch duties

Strong candidates will have:

• A bachelor’s degree in music (master’s preferred) and several years of related experience 
• Strong vocal skills, with an understanding of piano (required)
• Knowledge of age-appropriate music curriculum and pedagogy, and child development 
• Experience building an inclusive environment and an awareness of anti-bias teaching practices
• A willingness to integrate academic technology into the classroom experience
• An understanding that DCD values the work ethic and creativity inherent in being an artist and values the modeling of artistic expression.
• A willingness to be part of a collaborative team

School Mission and Philosophy:

DCD is proud to offer an educational experience that:

• Provides to each child a unique educational balance of challenging academics, arts, and athletics;

• Embraces an inclusive interdependent community of students, teachers, and parents that fosters trust and encourages children to take risks;

• Creates independent, resilient, lifelong learners through engaging, developmentally based teaching designed to meet varied learning styles; and

• Inspires students to become caring, ethical members of the larger world by emphasizing thoughtful citizenship and respect for self and others.

At DCD, our children develop a willingness to try, an ability to do, and a drive to care. We strive to provide a multicultural and anti-bias education which celebrates the diversity of our community and prepares children with the skills they need to connect and thrive in our diverse world. We believe that a broad range of experiences and viewpoints enhances learning and enriches life for students and faculty alike. We strongly encourage applications from people of color or educators from communities that are historically underrepresented in independent schools, and are committed to an inclusive school experience for all who work at DCD. Additionally, DCD places a high value on the professional growth of all faculty and staff and provides outstanding opportunities for individual professional development.

Application Information: 

Dedham Country Day School provides a competitive salary and benefits plan. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Katie Ouellette, Special Assistant to the Head of School at kouellette@dcds.net. 

Dedham Country Day School (DCD) seeks well-qualified substitute teachers to engage with our robust Pre-Kindergarten to grade 8 community for the 2022-23 school year. This role will provide classroom coverage for planned faculty absences as well as late-notification situations.

At DCD, our children develop a willingness to try, an ability to do, and a drive to care. We strive to facilitate a multicultural and anti-racist education which celebrates the diversity of our community and prepares students with the skills they need to connect and thrive in our diverse world. We know that a broad range of experiences and viewpoints enhances learning and enriches life for students and faculty alike. We strongly encourage applications from BIPOC communities or educators from communities that are historically underrepresented in independent schools, and are committed to an inclusive school experience for all who work at DCD. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide engaging instruction and implementation of lesson plans for children in grades PK – 8 in a variety of classroom settings, teaching a range of subjects
• Provide effective and respectful classroom management
• Participate in recess and lunch duty coverage if needed

Strong candidates will have:

• A bachelor’s degree with experience teaching or working with school-age students
• A history of punctuality, responsibility and flexibility with a strong work ethic
• An understanding of the importance in building an inclusive environment and an awareness of anti-bias teaching practices

School Mission and Philosophy:

DCD is proud to offer an educational experience that:

• Provides to each child a unique educational balance of challenging academics, arts, and athletics;
• Embraces an inclusive interdependent community of students, teachers, and parents that fosters trust and encourages children to take risks.
• Creates independent, resilient, lifelong learners through engaging, developmentally based teaching designed to meet varied learning styles; and
• Inspires students to become caring, ethical members of the larger world by emphasizing thoughtful citizenship and respect for self and others.

Application Information:

While this is an on-call, per-diem position, whenever possible, advance notice will be given to a substitute to allow for maximum preparation. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and three references to Katie Ouellette, Special Assistant to the Head of School at kouellette@dcds.net.

Please see the full program description here.