The Park School of Buffalo is seeking a dynamic Judaics teacher that is innovative, collaborative, and committed to providing high-quality instruction to Prek-12th grade students.
Duties and Responsibilities:
? Design, implement, and differentiate engaging lessons to meet the broad needs of diverse learners.
? Assess student performance and prepare reports pertaining to student progress and instruction.
? Maintain high-expectations for student learning and engagement.
? Prepare engaging lesson plans that are immersive and engaging.
? Promote a positive school environment that enhances student learning with strong pedagogy and classroom-management skills.
? Maintain a positive and collaborative climate across departments and grade levels.
? Build strong relationships with all stakeholders in the Park and Kadimah communities.
? Proactively participate in school community programs and events.
? Collaborate with outside Jewish organizations such as local synagogues, Jewish agencies and the Buffalo Jewish Federation to maximize the reach of the program within the wider Western New York community.
? Perform other duties as assigned
Skills:
? Maintain a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Hebrew, Jewish Education, Jewish Thought or general education from an accredited university or seminary, or with a minimum of 5 years of teaching experience in a Jewish educational setting.
? Demonstrates professionalism in all job-related situations including interactions with students, parents, colleagues and community members.
? Seeks to improve through self-reflection, constructive feedback and/or professional development activities.
REQUIREMENTS
Education & Other Requirements:
? Education: Bachelor's in Jewish Education or Jewish Thought
? Strong instructional and classroom management skills
? High level of personal organization and planning
? Substantial coursework in diversity, equity, and inclusion pedagogy
? Team player: maturity, humility, strong work ethic, follow-through, sense of humor, willingness to respond positively to feedback and a "roll-up-my-sleeves" attitude
? Mastery of and enthusiasm for subject matter
Physical Requirements
? Able to walk throughout 34 acre campus
? Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
About Us:
Founded in 1912, The Park School is a college-preparatory day school serving 300 students in Prekindergarten through Grade 12. Through a rigorous and progressive curriculum, the School develops in students the habits of mind and essential skills that lead to success in college and life.
The Park School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified professional educators regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender,
Send cover letter and resume to Lisa Conrad at [email protected].