Deep Creek Middle School is an independent day school in the settlement of Deep Creek on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas. It was founded in September 2001 with the goal of increasing access to educational resources for people in South Eleuthera. The school has grown to serve 45 students in grades 7, 8 & 9 and has created numerous opportunities that otherwise would not have been possible for students and families. The school offers an experiential approach to the Bahamian national curriculum.

Our vision is to prepare the future leaders of The Bahamas by providing learning experiences, in and out of the classroom, that teach responsible citizenship, leadership and allow students to grow academically.

Our mission is to create a learning environment where students will not only learn the subject matter from The Bahamian national curriculum, but focus on academic growth, leadership, and responsible citizenship. In order to achieve these core values, our programs and curriculum teach critical thinking, problem solving, communication and social skills.

Position Description & Responsibilities

There is the possibility of expanding into other areas such as tutoring, and running our after school Open Learning Center. Candidates work collaboratively with a dedicated group of colleagues and students in a flexible, team oriented environment. In your job, you must be willing to try new things and stretch beyond a traditional job description. Our faculty demonstrates resourcefulness by designing curriculum, developing partnerships within the local and Foundation community, and engaging families to support the vision & mission of DCMS. Some of the commitments of this position may occur outside of the school day, such as: Junior Junkanoo, BJC preparations, and Arts and Cultural events.

Qualifications/Requirements

Those who join our high-functioning team are committed to achieving the goals of DCMS and the Cape Eleuthera Foundation with everyone in our community. A two-year commitment is preferred. We are an equal opportunity employer and especially encourage applications from Bahamians.

• Teaching Credential and/or experience in art education, music or drama
• A love of exploring artistic concepts though a holistic, cultural lens
• Experience working with middle, high school or upper elementary students
• Excellent communication, social and problem-solving skills
• The ability to live and work in a remote location within a small Family Island community

Compensation

Our compensation package includes salary, room, board, medical insurance, internet, utilities, and a professional development allowance.

Application

If interested, please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your experience and interest. Please explain why you and your philosophy are a match for our school. All Applications must be in PDF format.