Careers at CDS

Careers at CDS


Employment Opportunities

Chatham Day School seeks talented individuals to join our community of passionate educators and lifelong learners. We offer an inclusive environment where differences in race, culture, and personal beliefs are embraced as assets that enhance education. We believe our faculty is able to go above and beyond because of the wonderful spirit found in our CDS community.

Openings for teaching, administrative, or staff positions are posted as they become available. Below is a list of current opportunities we have available. If you are interested in submitting your information for an open position, please email your cover letter, resume, and employment application to employment@chathamdayschool.org. Please include the job title in the subject line of your email. No phone calls, please.


Current Employment Opportunities (updated 11/15/23)


Assistant Teacher – Lower School (Grades 1-3)

The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teachers in multiple grade levels by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. The Assistant Teacher will provide support and assistance individually and with small groups of students.  Assistant Teachers also supervise activities such as recess and co-curricular classes.  The Assistant Teacher must be able to communicate, actively listen, manage his/her time well, and work positively with others in a team environment. Independent thinkers and budding educators would be a great fit for this position.  The Assistant Teacher supports and develops positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues in a warm and nurturing environment.  Our Lower School Lead Teachers are veteran teachers and this is a wonderful opportunity to experience many incredible teachers to help build your own educational philosophy.  Experience is a plus but not required.

Interested applicants please send a cover letter and resume to employment@chathamdayschool.org. Please include the job title in the subject line of your email.  No phone calls, please.

Substitute Teachers

Chatham Day School is seeking Substitute Teachers for the 2020 – 21 school year. When our full-time teachers are absent, substitute teachers implement the relevant lesson plans while managing the learning environment so that students are encouraged to do their best and reminded to adhere to the routines and structures of the class. Successful candidates will have a bachelor’s degree, experience working with children, flexibility, energy, and strong communication skills.

Qualified candidates can send a resume and cover letter to employment@chathamdayschool.org with the subject line “Substitute Teacher”


Chatham Day School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical handicap, medical condition, gender identity or expression or other basis prescribed by law. Chatham Day School complies with applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy pertains to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, employment, salary, promotion and assignment.