ELC Head Teacher

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is now accepting resumes for the Early Learning Center (Nursery - Kindergarten).

Qualifications:

• Exhibits strong ability to build connections with students, to develop an atmosphere of respect and empathy, and to build an inclusive classroom community

• Displays effective problem-solving and collaborative skills along with flexibility and resourcefulness

• Understands principles of social, emotional, and cognitive development

• Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to teach integrated curricula around varied units of study and chagim

• Demonstrates an ability to differentiate expectations among a varied group of students

• Background in current Early Childhood Educational Philosophy

• Uses educational pedagogy and practice to maximize student engagement

• Approaches problem-solving in a positive, creative, and encouraging manner

Responsibilities:

• Prepares curriculum, lessons, and activities

• Teaches students in a fair, warm, and open-minded environment with differentiated learning

• Manages classroom effectively

• Maintains open communication with students, parents, and administrators about students’ progress

• Works collaboratively with teaching team to plan and facilitate daily activities and special programs

• Assumes responsibilities outside of the classroom, such as tefillah, lunch duty, arrival/dismissal, outdoor play time, and specialties

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is now accepting resumes for Assistant Teachers in the Early Learning Center (Nursery-Kindergarten).

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

Responsibilities:

• Assists head teacher with the planning of learning units, curriculum and teaching

• Leads small group activities

• Supports head teacher with preparation for conferences and written reports

• Works actively and collaboratively with teaching team on daily activities and special programs

• Assumes responsibilities outside of the classroom, such as lunch and recess duty

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is now accepting resumes for a Special Education Teacher in the Early Learning Center (Nursery-Kindergarten).

Qualifications:

• Strong ability to build connections with children and to develop an atmosphere of mutual respect

• Problem-solving and collaborative skills

• Understanding of social, emotional and cognitive development, and range of learning differences.

• Creative, flexible and open-minded approach to teaching

• Knowledge of and ability to teach language arts, math and social studies

• Proficiency use of educational technology tools to maximize student engagement and differentiate instruction

Responsibilities:

• Develops, adapts and differentiates curricular materials in collaboration with teaching team

• Provides small group and individual instruction

• Integrates various teaching strategies and methodologies to accommodate different learners.

• Develops and implements individualized learning plans

• Assesses and monitors student progress toward learning goals, and adapts instruction to address evolving needs.  

• Communicates with parents about student progress and goals  

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is now accepting resumes for Hebrew Immersion Teachers in the Early Learning Center (ELC)

Qualifications:

• Illustrates proficiency in Hebrew; native Hebrew speaker preferred
• Understands Israeli preschool culture, including familiarity with Hebrew songs sung in Israeli preschool classrooms
• Displays effective collaborative skills
• Exhibits strong ability to build connections with children and to develop an atmosphere of mutual respect
• Approaches problem-solving in a positive, creative, and encouraging manner
• Understands principles of social, emotional and cognitive development
• Demonstrates an ability to differentiate instruction within a heterogeneous classroom setting
• Demonstrates a creative, flexible and open-minded approach to teaching

Responsibilities:

• Prepares curriculum, lessons and activities in collaboration with co-teacher
• Teaches students in a fair, warm and open-minded environment with differentiated learning
• Creates interactive lessons about chagim and Jewish values
• Manages classroom effectively 
• Maintains open communication with students, parents and administrators about students’ progress
• Assumes responsibilities outside of the classroom, such as arrival, lunch, and dismissal duty

Come join us for a March opening at SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox school in Riverdale, NY.

We are  looking for a dynamic and talented learning specialist/special education teacher to cover a maternity leave beginning in March. Responsibilities include providing direct academic and organizational support to a group of students in the lower school, actively coordinating with classroom teachers, and communicating with parents.

Ideal candidates will cover the full time position of both General Studies and Judaic Studies. NYS Certification in Special Education preferred.

To apply, please visit  www.saracademy.org/careers

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is now accepting resumes for Judaic Studies Assistant Teachers in the Lower School (Grades 1-5). 

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
• Knowledge of and ability to teach textual skills in an Ivrit b’Ivrit environment and to transmit a love of Torah and mitzvot
• Working knowledge of educational technology tools to maximize student engagement and to differentiate instruction

Responsibilities:

• Assists head teacher with the planning of learning units, curriculum and teaching
• Leads small group learning groups 
• Supports head teacher with preparation for conferences and written reports
• Works actively and collaboratively with teaching team on daily activities and special programs 

General Studies Assistant Teachers (Lower School)

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is now accepting resumes for General Studies Assistant Teachers in the Lower School (Grades 1-5).

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

• Knowledge of and ability to teach language arts, math and social studies curricula

• Working knowledge of educational technology tools to maximize student engagement and to differentiate instruction

Responsibilities:

• Assists head teacher with the planning of learning units, curriculum and teaching

• Leads small group activities

• Supports head teacher with preparation for conferences and written reports

• Works actively and collaboratively with teaching team on daily activities and special programs

• Assumes responsibilities outside of the classroom, such as lunch, dismissal, and recess duty

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox school in Riverdale, NY, is looking for a dynamic and talented learning specialist/special education teacher to join our team. Responsibilities include providing direct academic and organizational support to students in small groups, supporting students in the full classroom, actively coordinating with classroom teachers and working closely with parents.

Candidates must have experience providing academic support and remediation in General and Judaic Studies. NYS Certification in Special Education required.

To apply, please go to www.saracademy.org/careers

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Qualifications:

• Strong ability to build connections with children and to develop an atmosphere of mutual respect

• Problem-solving and collaboration skills

• Understanding of social, emotional, and cognitive development and the remediation of learning challenges

• Creative, flexible, and open-minded approach to teaching

• Experience providing academic support and remediation throughout the General Studies curriculum

• Ability to teach small group Judaic Studies classes

• NYS Certification in Special Education preferred

• Working knowledge of educational technology tools to maximize student engagement and to differentiate instruction

Responsibilities:

• Develop, adapt, and differentiate curricular materials in collaboration with teaching team

• Provide direct academic and organizational support to students in small groups

• Develop and implement individualized learning plans

• Monitor and assess student progress toward learning goals and adapt instruction to address changing needs

• Communicate with parents about student progress and goals

• Demonstrate knowledge of various methodologies for teaching students with learning differences

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is now accepting resumes for Judaic Studies Head Teachers in the Lower School (Grades 1-5). 

Qualifications:

• Exhibits strong ability to build connections with students, to develop an atmosphere of respect and empathy, and to build a classroom community
• Displays effective collaborative skills
• Understands principles of social, emotional and cognitive development
• Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to teach textual skills in an Ivrit b’Ivrit environment and to transmit a love of Torah and mitzvot
• Demonstrates an ability to differentiate instruction within a heterogeneous classroom setting
• Uses educational technology to maximize student engagement
• Approaches problem-solving in a positive, creative and encouraging manner

Responsibilities:

• Prepares curriculum, lessons and activities 
• Teaches students in a fair, warm and open-minded environment with differentiated learning
• Manages classroom effectively 
• Maintains open communication with students, parents and administrators about students’ progress
• Works collaboratively with teaching team to plan and facilitate daily activities and special programs 
• Assumes responsibilities outside of the classroom, such as tefillah, lunch duty and recess duty

Lower School General Studies Head Teacher

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is now accepting resumes for General Studies Head Teachers in the Lower School (Grades 1-5).

Qualifications:

• Exhibits strong ability to build connections with students, to develop an atmosphere of respect and empathy, and to build a classroom community

• Displays effective collaborative skills

• Understands principles of social, emotional and cognitive development

• Has some training and experience in special education

• Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to teach language arts, math and social studies curricula

• Demonstrates an ability to differentiate writing instruction within a heterogeneous classroom setting

• Uses educational technology to maximize student engagement

• Approaches problem-solving in a positive, creative and encouraging manner

Responsibilities:

• Prepares curriculum, lessons and activities

• Teaches students in a fair, warm and open-minded environment with differentiated learning

• Manages classroom effectively

• Maintains open communication with students, parents and administrators about students’ progress

• Works collaboratively with teaching team to plan and facilitate daily activities and special programs

• Assumes responsibilities outside of the classroom, such as tefillah, lunch duty and recess duty

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox day school in Riverdale, NY, is seeking an experienced, dynamic Lower School Science (Gr. 1-5) teacher with a passion to teach and a strong ability to build rapport with students in an environment where learning through 21st century resources is valued and encouraged.

Qualifications:

• Exhibits strong ability to build connections with young students and to develop an atmosphere of mutual respect

• Displays effective collaborative skills

• Understands principles of social, emotional and cognitive development

• Demonstrates an ability to teach elementary school children a wide range of science topics as well as basic science skills

• Experience with an inquiry-based learning approach

• Experience with or a willingness to learn coding and/or robotics

• Uses educational technology to maximize student engagement and to differentiate instruction

• Approaches problem-solving in a positive, creative and encouraging manner

Responsibilities:

• Prepares and teaches engaging inquiry-based curriculum

• Incorporates STEM education through experiential learning

• Plan and collaborate with general classroom teachers to integrate STEM projects into the curriculum

• Teaches students in a fair, warm and open-minded environment with differentiated learning

• Manages classroom effectively

• Maintains open communication with students, parents and administrators

• Assumes responsibilities outside of the classroom, such as lunch duty and recess duty

Come join us for a May opening at SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox school in Riverdale, NY.

We are  looking for a dynamic and talented learning specialist/special education teacher to cover a maternity leave beginning in May. Responsibilities include providing direct academic and organizational support to a group of students in the lower school, actively coordinating with classroom teachers, and communicating with parents.

Ideal candidates will cover the full time position of both General Studies and Judaic Studies. NYS Certification in Special Education preferred.

To apply, please visit  www.saracademy.org/careers

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is now seeking experienced Tanach and Gemara teachers in the Middle School (Grades 6-8) who can effectively teach in an Ivrit b’Ivrit environment.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates a mastery of the subject (Tanach or Gemara) and an ability to teach Middle School students in an Ivrit b’Ivrit environment 
• Exhibits a strong level of experience in the classroom with excellent instructional and classroom management skills as well as an ability to build connections with Middle School students and to develop an atmosphere of mutual respect
• Displays effective collaborative skills and works effectively with colleagues, students, teachers and community members
• Understands principles of social, emotional and cognitive development
• Uses educational technology to maximize student engagement and to differentiate instruction
• Approaches problem-solving in a positive, creative and encouraging manner
• Exhibits professionalism, responsibility, a positive attitude and a drive for personal excellence

Responsibilities:

• Prepares curriculum, lessons and activities 
• Teaches students in a fair, warm, and open-minded environment with differentiated learning
• Manages classroom effectively 
• Maintains open communication with students, parents, and administrators about the students’ progress
• Works collaboratively with teaching team to plan and facilitate daily activities and special programs 
• Assumes responsibilities outside of the classroom such as tefillah, lunch duty, and recess duty

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is now seeking experienced Ivrit Teachers in the Middle School (Grades 6-8).

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates ability to teach Ivrit to Middle School students
• Exhibits a strong level of experience in the classroom with excellent instructional and classroom management skills as well as an ability to build connections with Middle School students and to develop an atmosphere of mutual respect
• Displays effective collaborative skills and works effectively with colleagues, students, teachers and community members
• Understands principles of social, emotional and cognitive development
• Uses educational technology to maximize student engagement and to differentiate instruction
• Approaches problem-solving in a positive, creative and encouraging manner
• Exhibits professionalism, responsibility, a positive attitude and a drive for personal excellence

Responsibilities:

• Prepares curriculum, lessons and activities 
• Teaches students in a fair, warm and open-minded environment with differentiated learning
• Manages classroom effectively 
• Maintains open communication with students, parents and administrators about the students’ progress
• Works collaboratively with teaching team to plan and facilitate daily activities and special programs 
• Assumes responsibilities outside of the classroom, such as tefillah, lunch duty and recess duty

SAR High School is a mission-driven, co-educational, modern Orthodox Jewish high school committed to student-centered learning in a challenging and supportive environment. We are seeking to hire a School Registrar and Office Associate. The ideal candidate possesses a passion for education and has a background in school-based operations.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Registrar and Office Associate is responsible to organize and maintain school registrar systems. In addition, this person is responsible for handling administrative functions for the Directors of General and Judaic Studies, coordinating logistics for academic/school events, the school calendar, course scheduling, and preparing academic related communications.

Candidate Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills and customer service disposition
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to effectively carry out oral/written directions
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Initiative taker and creative thinker
• A team player with a collaborative spirit
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong follow-through and problem solving skills
• Strong work ethic
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google platform, including Word/Docs, Excel/Sheets, Calendar, and Email.
• Database experience required; experience working in DDC 360/SMS preferred.

REGISTRAR

Registrar Database Management, including:

• Maintain accurate records for student, parent and faculty in 360/SMS database system for the purposes of admissions, enrollment, student/faculty schedules and attendance, with support from the Registrar Assistant.
• Set-up modules for data entry and reporting
• Manage Anecdotal (grade) submission and process
• Serve as the primary point of contact, interfacing with DDC/360 Support with regard to utilizing the database effectively for maximum functionality and reporting, including all database troubleshooting.
• Coordinate Finals and AP testing, including proctoring and scheduling of review sessions and exams.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS/COMMUNICATIONS

• Coordinate  Open School Night, Parent-Teacher Conferences, and Student-Teacher Conferences, including event logistics, preparing teacher and parent schedules and event registration.
• Prepare Academic Communications (via eNotify), following brand guidelines and in coordination with the Director of Communications, for academic programs and general faculty and parent communications.

SCHOOL CALENDAR/SCHEDULES

• Oversee SAR High School Academic Calendar in coordination with the Director of Operations and prepare/communicate “special schedules” for holidays and special programs.
• Course Selection and Class Placement Support for General and Judaic Studies.

ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS:

• Serve as a friendly point of contact for students, faculty, and guests
• Manage and maintain calendar for General and Judaic Studies Administrators
• Answer phones (secondary) and ensure appropriate follow-up as needed
• Serve as secondary/back-up for troubleshooting daily busing/transportation issues, in coordination with the Director of Operations
• General and Judaic Studies Project Support as needed

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to ncohen@sarhighschool.org.

SAR High School is a mission-driven, co-educational, modern Orthodox Jewish high school committed to student-centered learning in a challenging and supportive environment. We are seeking to hire a full-time Marketing & Communications and Events Manager. The ideal candidate possesses a passion for education and has a background in executing successful marketing and communications strategies and works well both independently and as part of a team.

The person in this role is responsible for handling various marketing and communications initiatives and planning programs and events for the purposes of building community.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

MARKETING/COMMUNICATIONS:

• Assist in creating a master plan for internal and external communications.
• Design/set-up of internal and external email communications, including preparation of content (text and media) and appropriate messaging, in coordination with administrators, faculty and staff.
• Work with faculty and staff on producing marketing and communications materials for programs and events.
• Responsible for maintaining accurate and updated content on the website in coordination with the Academy and Business/Development Office.
• Coordinate content submissions for the High School blog and Torah communications.
• Create marketing and communications materials with available software.
• Oversee SAR High School’s Social Media platforms, including preparing content (texts, images, etc.) for Facebook, Instagram, Twitter posts and the blog.
• Coordinate collecting photo and video content and maintaining media archive.
• Work with outside vendors as appropriate.
• Assist in the development and management of department budget.

EVENT COORDINATION:

Includes planning and executing event logistics and details and program materials, as well as being on site for the event for set-up and troubleshooting as needed, for the following:

• Open House
• Adult Education
• Graduation
• Parent Association Programming
• Alumni Programming

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in English, marketing, communications or related field
• Minimum three to five years experience in marketing/communications or event planning
• Possess an attitude and personality that fits the culture of the school
• Prior digital marketing experience, including familiarity with Social Media and email communication platforms
• Strong writing, proofreading and editing skills
• Detail-oriented, highly organized and resourceful
• Strong project management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work across the organization