Woodshop Teacher, Grades 4-8

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Greenwich Country Day School is an independent, co-educational day school with current enrollment of over 1400 students in grades N-12 and a faculty and staff of over 350. The original Old Church Road campus is home to grades N-8. The new High School (9-12,) established in 2019, is located less than two miles away on the Stanwich Road campus. Founded in 1926, GCDS is a school where innovative teaching is encouraged as teachers model and foster a love of learning, challenge and inspire children toward academic excellence, and cultivate students’ interests and talents outside of the classroom. We value purposeful and personal learning in a joyful environment, with emphasis on the development of character, creativity, and a sense of personal value along with strong academic skills. GCDS is committed to graduating ethical, confident leaders who possess a strong sense of purpose.

GCDS is fortunate to have built a large endowment that helps to fund competitive salaries and benefits, a robust professional development program, and reimbursement for graduate school tuition. GCDS offers a substantial need-based financial aid program to support students from a range of socio-economic backgrounds.

Greenwich Country Day School seeks a dynamic and experienced Woodshop Teacher for Grades 4-8. The ideal candidate will have a passion for hands-on learning, craftsmanship, and design, as well as the ability to foster creativity and problem-solving in students. This position requires an educator who can inspire students to develop woodworking skills while emphasizing safety, precision, and artistic expression.

Responsibilities Include:

• Develop and deliver a comprehensive woodshop curriculum for students in Grades 4-8, incorporating fundamental woodworking techniques, hand and power tools, and project-based learning
• Foster a safe and engaging learning environment where students can explore design, engineering principles, and craftsmanship
• Teach students to safely use a variety of woodworking tools, including saws, drills, sanders, and carving tools
• Guide students in designing and constructing individual and group projects, emphasizing creativity, problem-solving, and attention to detail
• Integrate concepts of sustainability, material science, and engineering into lessons
• Encourage teamwork, perseverance, and critical thinking through hands-on projects
• Maintain a well-organized, safe, and functional woodshop space, ensuring tools and equipment are in proper working condition
• Implement and reinforce safety protocols, ensuring all students adhere to best practices when handling tools and machinery
• Assess student progress through project evaluations, skill development, and creative expression
• Collaborate with faculty across disciplines to integrate woodworking into cross-curricular projects, STEAM initiatives, and design-thinking activities
• Provide students with opportunities to showcase their work through exhibitions, school events, and community projects
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school-wide initiatives

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Industrial Arts, Technology Education, Fine Arts, or a related field
• Experience teaching woodworking, industrial arts, or a related discipline, preferably at the elementary or middle school level
• Proficiency in the safe use and maintenance of woodworking tools and equipment
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to create an engaging, hands-on learning environment
• Commitment to fostering a love of craftsmanship, creativity, and problem-solving in students
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Willingness to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the school community

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in academic/research field and/or professional experience within your area of practice 
• Experience in and desire to build culture and community with both adults and students 
• Athletic coaching experience
• Demonstrated experience in establishing collaborative relationships with external partners/organizations in the design and implementation of learning experiences

Interested candidates are invited to use the link provided to submit a cover letter and resume to:

Raquel Salcedo, Director of Recruiting & Talent