Inspiring First Grade Teacher — Project-Based Learning

Pardes-Jewish-Day-School; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Pardes Jewish Day School seeks a full-time First Grade Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year, located in Scottsdale, AZ. The ideal candidate will inspire young learners, bring 1st grade expertise, and engage students through inquiry, problem solving, and Project Based Learning.

Applicants should have a strong base in math and literacy, differentiate instruction, and collaborate with a dedicated team while maintaining high standards for communication and classroom management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• Two to five years of experience preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to equitable and inclusive practices.
• Strong understanding of development & learning needs of lower school children.
• Ability to provide differentiated instruction for lessons/units.
• Enjoy working with an innovative grade-level team.
• Excellent classroom management.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, and administration.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Teach 1st grade with focus on math, literacy, phonics, reading/writing workshop, comprehension, science, and social/emotional skills.
• Provide differentiated instruction for specific lessons and units.
• Foster emotional well-being and academic success through collaboration with an innovative grade-level team.
• Collaborate with other faculty, specialty teachers, staff, and administration.
• Communicate effectively with parents and stakeholders.
• Engage in after-school coaching, club leadership, and enrichment programs if applicable.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Collaboration with faculty

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Pardes Jewish Day School seeks a full-time First Grade Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year, located in Scottsdale, AZ. The ideal candidate will inspire young learners, bring 1st grade expertise, and engage students through inquiry, problem solving, and Project Based Learning.

Applicants should have a strong base in math and literacy, differentiate instruction, and collaborate with a dedicated team while maintaining high standards for communication and classroom management.