Elementary School Teacher K-2

School: Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School 
Position: Elementary School Teacher K - 2
Description: Full-Time General Studies teacher

Heschel Day School, a Community Jewish Day School, seeks an experienced, energetic, flexible, and talented teacher to join our faculty for the 2025 - 2026 school year. The successful candidate will be professional and collaborative, possess personal and professional integrity, and be enthusiastic about participating in our community of lifelong learners. 

Responsibilities will include: 

• Work cooperatively with colleagues in planning and implementing a balanced, innovative, and high-level program 
• Participate in faculty meetings, committees, and school-wide activities 
• Establish and maintain standards of excellence for supervision and student engagement
• Collaborate with colleagues and administration as needed regarding the social, emotional, and physical development of students 
• Plan and ensure that curriculum and lessons are geared to meet the needs of multiple levels of ability and a wide range of learners 
• Maintain successful relationships with families, including phone calls, conferences, and written communications 
  

Successful candidates will have: 

• Bachelor’s degree, multiple subject teaching credential, and relevant teaching experience 
• Strong technology skills for communications and instruction and strong written and oral skills (parent communications, progress reports, etc.) 
• Flexibility to work in multiple settings and shared spaces
• Desire to engender a love of learning as well as a caring, professional demeanor and the willingness to work as part of multiple teams (General, Judaic, Hebrew, Specialists, and Administration) 
• An understanding of child development and the unique needs of children in the primary grades (K - 2)
• Experience with assessment, both formative and summative 
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with people of all levels in a professional and constructive manner 
• Enthusiasm for ongoing professional development 

Heschel offers competitive salaries and benefits, as well as a collegial working environment. The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $80,000, and the salary is commensurate with experience and education.

Please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]