Lower School Teacher

Bernard Zell is an independent Jewish day school where academic purpose, collaborative learning, and deep commitment to humanity develop engaged, confident learners and compassionate leaders for a stronger, more vibrant community and world. A pluralistic community day school, Bernard Zell welcomes students and families of varied religious beliefs and observance. The school combines Jewish learning and tradition with the best of innovative educational practice in a challenging and nurturing learning environment.

Job Summary and Scope of Responsibility:

Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School seeks an experienced, innovative, and energetic Lower School teacher to join our expert faculty beginning in the fall of 2024. The teacher would be a part of a general studies team and also work collaboratively with a Jewish Studies Teacher.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

● Teach, guide, and inspire students in general studies subject areas (reading, writing, math, and social studies).

● Differentiate instruction for a wide range of students’ abilities and interests.

● Assess students, make student learning visible, and write narrative progress reports.

● Communicate regularly with parents via online updates, phone calls, emails, and in person.

● Collaborate with Hebrew and Jewish Studies teachers, Student Services providers, specialist teachers, and outside specialists to coordinate individual educational plans.

● Work productively on a team to promote student success.

● Other duties as assigned in support of the greater school community.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Experience​:

● Bachelor’s degree required; M.A. preferred

● At least two (2) years of lead teacher classroom experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities​:

● Knowledge of Common Core Math Standards preferred

● Knowledge of best practice in Literacy instruction aligned with the Science of Reading and experience teaching phonics/word study

● Experience with Responsive Classroom and social emotional teaching required

● Ability to embrace technology and new ways of extending students' learning; knowledge of interactive whiteboard technology, iPads, and Chromebooks

● Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and administration to support and extend student learning and curricular objectives required

● Experience providing a nurturing, creative, and inclusive environment in a strong classroom community

● Excellent communication and organizational skills

● Willingness to learn and grow professionally

● Willingness to support the mission and vision of Bernard Zell

General Information:

Full-time employee benefits include employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, life, and disability insurance; option Vision insurance, 403B retirement plan with a match after 1 year; parking or public transportation subsidy; breakfast and lunch.

How to apply: ​Send resume and cover letter to employment@bernardzell.org.

Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School has a long-standing policy of equal employment opportunity for every person regardless of age, race, color, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry or citizenship. Bernard Zell recruits, hires and promotes individuals without regard to these characteristics, and all staffing decisions are based solely on the qualifications of each individual and the legitimate educational needs of our students. Bernard Zell does not discriminate in working conditions, physical facilities or any other terms, conditions or privileges of employment, including transfer, compensation, training, promotion, demotion or separation based on age, race, color, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry or citizenship. Bernard Zell seeks to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation and harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Private school

Work Location: In person