Elementary Teacher

Position Summary

Provides a structured, supportive, and engaging educational program that enables all students to reach their full academic, social, and emotional potential.

• Provide instruction to assigned students at designated times and locations.
• Create a developmentally appropriate learning environment that supports student growth.
• Establish and clearly communicate learning objectives for lessons and units.
• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned to student needs.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies, materials, and technology to support diverse learners.
• Maintain high expectations for student behavior in alignment with school standards.
• Assess student progress using formative and summative measures, including classroom work and standardized assessments.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, including grade books and report cards.
• Prepare for and conduct parent conferences as scheduled or requested.
• Schedule and adapt instruction to meet individual student needs.
• Evaluate and request instructional materials as needed.

• Establish clear classroom procedures and expectations.
• Support student needs, including assistance with daily routines (e.g., lunch, hygiene, transitions) as appropriate.
• Supervise and mentor teaching assistants within the classroom.
• Maintain a safe and orderly classroom environment.

• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school committees as required.
• Demonstrate ongoing professional growth and maintain professional competence.
• Follow all school policies, procedures, and guidelines, including those outlined in the faculty and student handbooks.
• Serve as a positive representative of Epstein Hebrew Academy by maintaining its standards, values, and expectations at school and in the broader community.

• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and experiences.
• Collaborate with the principal on instructional practices, classroom management, and student growth.
• Work collaboratively with the educational team, including administrators, teachers, counselors, and support staff.
• Participate in team meetings to support student programming and special education services.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to new staff as assigned.
• Be available, within reason, to support students and families outside the instructional day.

• Take appropriate precautions to ensure the safety of students, materials, and school facilities.

• Maintain records in accordance with school policies, legal requirements, and accreditation standards.
• Support the implementation of school policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the administration and adhere to the faculty handbook.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field (required)
• Classroom experience preferred; exceptions may be considered based on relevant experience

Certification:

• Missouri Education Certification in an appropriate area

Essential

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies and procedures
• Ability to write reports and communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to analyze and respond to a variety of situations involving students

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, speak, and hear
• Ability to move throughout the building and navigate stairs
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to respond quickly in crisis situations to ensure student safety
• Regular and consistent attendance required

Performance will be evaluated annually by the General Studies Principal.