Elementary Teacher

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools; Olivette (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Epstein Hebrew Academy in Olivette, MO seeks an Elementary Teacher to deliver a structured, engaging program that helps all students reach their academic, social, and emotional potential.

The role involves instruction at designated times, development of lesson plans, diverse instructional strategies, and accurate progress recording. Collaboration with the principal and educational team supports student growth and family engagement.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 gradebooks 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 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Missouri Education Certification

Job description

Position Title: Elementary Teacher

Reports To: Principal

Position Summary

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

Key Responsibilities

Instruction and Student Learning

• 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 gradebooks 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.

Classroom Management and Student Support

• 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.

Professional Responsibilities

• 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.

Collaboration and Communication

• 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.

Resource Management and Safety

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

Compliance

• 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.

Qualifications

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

Communication Skills

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

Problem-Solving Skills

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

Physical Demands

• 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

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated annually by the General Studies Principal.