Middle School Science Teacher, Maternity Leave Position

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is looking to fill a medical leave position for a Middle School Science teacher. The position is for two months with the possibility to extend through the school year.

$120 - $250 a day

Salary commensurate with experience.

• Exhibits strong ability to build connections with Middle School 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 Middle School students science. A background in the Sciences is preferred.
• Uses educational technology to maximize student engagement.
• Approaches problem-solving in a positive, creative and encouraging manner.

• 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 lunch duty, advisory and recess duty.

SAR Academy is a Modern Orthodox co-educational nursery through grade 8 day school located in Riverdale, NY. We are dedicated to the belief that every child possesses a divine spark, has unique worth as an individual and should be encouraged to achieve according to his or her ability. Our warm environment promotes confidence, creativity and enthusiasm for learning. In our approach to academics, we nurture students to develop intellectual curiosity, critical thinking skills and a lifelong love of both Torah and Secular studies.