Middle School Math Teachers

Pardes Jewish Day School is a premier Jewish independent school for children in grades kindergarten through eighth grade, founded in 1993. Pardes is the largest Jewish Day School in Arizona, located in Scottsdale. The School prepares students to become outstanding members of society through a rigorous secular and Judaic education, a nurturing community, and a foundation in Judaism that welcomes all Jewish traditions.

JOB PURPOSE: The ideal candidate will inspire students to be excited about learning. The successful teacher will have grade-level expertise in their chosen subject and the ability to engage students in meaningful inquiry, problem-solving, Project Based Learning, and collaborative exploration are norms for teaching and learning at Pardes.

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred
• Two to five years of subject‑area experience preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to equitable and inclusive practices with respect to pedagogy, curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• Collect and utilize data to maintain tracking documents
• A strong understanding of the developmental and learning needs of middle school children, which includes social emotional development and study skills.
• Ability to provide differentiated instruction for specific lessons, skill sets, and/or units of study.
• Serve as an advisor for students
• Enjoy working with an innovative grade-level team to foster the emotional well-being and academic success of students
• Excellent classroom management
• Ability to collaborate with other faculty, specialty teachers, staff, and administration
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• A desire to work in a school that prizes excellence in academics while nurturing students to become lifelong learners.
• An engaging teaching style
• A strong desire to be part of an innovative, collaborative team to foster the emotional well‑being and academic success of students
• Ability to create strong relationships with parents
• Participation in all aspects of school life, including after‑school coaching, club leadership, and enrichment programs (is preferred but not required)
• Strong organizational skills
• Able to appreciate working in a Jewish Day School

• Must be able to pass an initial fingerprint and background clearance check and maintain a valid fingerprint clearance card at all times when in the classroom.
• May be required to work outside normal working hours.
• May be required to travel to perform work functions.
• Lifting and carrying heavy, bulky supplies and materials weighing up to 20 pounds may be required.

As an equal opportunity employer, Pardes Jewish Day School does not discriminate in its hiring of employees on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, marital or veteran status, age, or disability. We actively seek diversity among faculty and administration as well as among students.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

• Monday to Friday

• Scottsdale, AZ 85254:
  Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person