2nd Grade General Studies Teacher

2nd Grade Teacher - Part-Time and Full-Time Opportunities

Join Lev Jewish Academy, a vibrant Modern Orthodox Jewish Day School, in our mission to nurture students' intellectual, spiritual, and personal growth. As a 2nd Grade Teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping young minds and inspiring a love of learning.

About the Role:

We are seeking a passionate, experienced, and collaborative 2nd Grade Teacher to join our faculty on a part-time or full-time basis. The ideal candidate will create an engaging, nurturing, and academically rigorous classroom environment that fosters critical thinking, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver high-quality instruction across core 2nd Grade general studies subjects

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive lesson plans, units of study, and curriculum materials

• Ensure curriculum and instruction are aligned with the New York State Next Generation Learning Standards and school-wide academic expectations

• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic, social, and learning needs of individual students

• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages curiosity, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking

• Assess student learning through formal and informal assessments and use assessment data to guide instruction

• Monitor student progress and communicate academic growth, strengths, and areas for development to families and school leadership

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, Childhood Education, or a related field; Master's degree preferred

• New York State teaching certification appropriate to the grade level strongly preferred/required

• Experience teaching in a 2nd Grade or elementary school setting

• Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum development and instructional practices

• Familiarity with the New York State Next Generation Learning Standards

• Demonstrated ability to develop rigorous, engaging, and developmentally appropriate lesson plans

• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills

• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, administrators, specialists, and families

• Commitment to differentiated instruction and meeting the needs of diverse learners

• A warm, flexible, creative, and student-centered approach to teaching

Ideal Candidate:

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic educator who brings energy, creativity, organization, and a genuine passion for working with young children. They will be both an effective classroom teacher and a thoughtful curriculum planner who can take ownership of lesson development while collaborating as part of a dynamic 2nd Grade team.

Schedule & Employment:

• Position: 2nd Grade Teacher

• Employment Type: Part-Time and Full-Time

• School Level: Lower School / Elementary

• Reports To: Lower School Division Leadership / Head of School

• Start Date: ASAP

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume/CV and cover letter outlining their teaching experience, educational philosophy, and interest in the position. We are committed to creating a collaborative and supportive environment in which both students and educators can thrive.

Salary: $50,000 - $65,000 ANNUALLY

Benefits: n/a

Don't miss this opportunity to join our dynamic team and make a lasting impact on the lives of our students. Apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.