Innovative Elementary General Studies Teacher

Lev Jewish Academy; Village of Lawrence (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi is seeking a passionate Lower School General Studies Teacher for a full-time role in New York. The teacher will deliver standards-aligned instruction, foster critical thinking, and contribute to curriculum planning.

Ideal candidates hold NY state certification and a background in elementary education; strong collaboration with grade-level teams and families is essential. Start date ASAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, Childhood Education, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• New York State teaching certification appropriate to the grade level strongly preferred/required.
• Experience teaching in a Lower School or elementary school setting.
• Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum development and instructional practices.
• Familiarity with the New York State Next Generation Learning Standards.
• Demonstrated ability to develop rigorous, engaging, and developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, administrators, specialists, and families.
• Commitment to differentiated instruction and meeting the needs of diverse learners.
• A warm, flexible, creative, and student-centered approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction across core Lower School general studies subjects.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive lesson plans, units of study, and curriculum materials.
• Ensure curriculum and instruction are aligned with the New York State Next Generation Learning Standards.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic, social, and learning needs of individual students.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages curiosity, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Assess student learning through formal and informal assessments and use assessment data to guide instruction.
• Monitor student progress and communicate academic growth, strengths, and areas for development to families and school leadership.
• Maintain clear and organized curriculum documentation, pacing guides, assessments, and instructional resources.
• Collaborate with grade-level teachers, specialists, administrators, and support staff to ensure consistency and continuity across the Lower School.
• Participate in curriculum development, review, and refinement initiatives.
• Incorporate a variety of instructional strategies, technology, hands-on learning experiences, and age-appropriate resources to engage students.
• Support students in developing strong skills in reading, writing, mathematics, science, social studies, and other areas of the general studies program.
• Establish clear classroom expectations and promote a respectful, supportive, and productive learning environment.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, parent/teacher conferences, school events, and other community activities.
• Maintain accurate student records and complete required reports and documentation in a timely manner.
• Stay current with best practices in elementary education, curriculum development, assessment, and instructional pedagogy.
• Contribute positively to the broader school community and support the school's mission, values, and educational philosophy.

Skills

Curriculum design

Differentiation

Classroom management

Communication

Collaboration

Student-centered

Reading & Writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Apploi is seeking a passionate Lower School General Studies Teacher for a full-time role in New York. The teacher will deliver standards-aligned instruction, foster critical thinking, and contribute to curriculum planning.

Ideal candidates hold NY state certification and a background in elementary education; strong collaboration with grade-level teams and families is essential. Start date ASAP.