Lower School Assistant Teacher, Judaic Studies & Belonging

SAR Academy & SAR High School; Riverdale (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

SAR Academy is seeking an Assistant Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year in the Lower School (grades 1-5) in Riverdale, NY. The role supports the head teacher with planning, instruction, and classroom management and involves collaborating with the grade-level team on programs and assessments.

Responsibilities include small group instruction, parent/teacher conference prep, and supervising students during lunch, dismissal, and after-school activities within a warm, inclusive educational

Qualifications

• Strong ability to connect with children and cultivate an atmosphere of belonging.
• Problem-solving and collaborative skills.
• Understanding of social, emotional and cognitive development.
• Creative, flexible and open-minded approach to teaching and learning.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist head teacher in lesson and unit planning, teaching and mangement of class.
• Facilitate small group learning
• Participate in preparation for parent/teacher conferences and written reports
• Collaborate with grade level team on planning and implementation of special programs
• Share in responsibilities outside of the classroom, including lunch, dismissal, and recess duty
• Supervise students in "Beyond the Bell" after-school activity

Skills

Classroom management

Small group instruction

Team collaboration

Parent conferences

Job description

SAR Academy is seeking an Assistant Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year in the Lower School (grades 1-5) in Riverdale, NY. The role supports the head teacher with planning, instruction, and classroom management and involves collaborating with the grade-level team on programs and assessments.

Responsibilities include small group instruction, parent/teacher conference prep, and supervising students during lunch, dismissal, and after-school activities within a warm, inclusive educational