Assistant Teacher, Early Learning Center
SAR Academy
New York, NY, USA
Posted on Wednesday, May 24, 2023
SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is now accepting resumes for Assistant Teachers for the 2024-2025 school year in the Early Learning Center (Nursery-Kindergarten).
Responsibilities:
-Assist head teacher with the planning of learning units, curriculum and teaching
-Lead small group activities
-Support head teacher with preparation for conferences and written reports
-Work actively and collaboratively with teaching team on daily activities and special programs
-Assume responsibilities outside of the classroom, such as lunch and recess duty
Qualifications:
-Strong ability to build connections with children and to develop an atmosphere of mutual respect
-Problem-solving and collaborative skills
-Understanding of principles of social, emotional and cognitive development
-Creative, flexible and open-minded approach to teaching
-Background in Early Childhood current practice
-Working knowledge of educational technology tools to maximize parent communication, student engagement and to differentiate instruction
Salary range: $30,000 - $40,000 commensurate with experience.
About SAR:
SAR Academy is a Modern Orthodox co-educational nursery through grade 8 day school located in Riverdale, NY. We are dedicated to the belief that every child possesses a divine spark, has unique worth as an individual and should be encouraged to achieve according to his or her ability. Our warm environment promotes confidence, creativity and enthusiasm for learning. In our approach to academics, we nurture students to develop intellectual curiosity, critical thinking skills and a lifelong love of both Torah and Secular studies.