Lower School General Studies Teacher

Seattle Hebrew Academy; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Hebrew Academy is seeking an experienced, collaborative educator for our Lower School. The role emphasizes developing engaging lessons, differentiating instruction, and partnering with families in a supportive learning community.

The candidate should hold a current Washington State teaching certificate, have strong elementary knowledge, and a proven record of effective communication and professional growth within a mentoring environment. This is a full-time position at SHA.

Qualifications

• Current Washington State teaching certificate.
• Strong knowledge of elementary content areas and state learning requirements.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Minimum of two years successful teaching experience.
• Knowledge and ability to assess student learning and set individual learning goals.
• Willingness to work closely with colleagues in a mentoring relationship.
• Ability to create a positive classroom environment encouraging learning and growth.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth.
• Experience or interest in Project Based Learning.

Responsibilities

• Develop a learning environment conducive to learning and inspires student growth.
• Create organized lesson plans fostering inquiry and problem-solving.
• Continually assess student achievement and communicate progress to families.
• Differentiate instruction and provide accommodations to support all students.
• Deliver innovative, personalized instruction to maximize learning.
• Collaborate with partner teachers.
• Participate in department, school and parent meetings.
• Communicate effectively with parents, students and colleagues.
• Engage in school-wide professional development and seek feedback.
• Utilize Microsoft Windows, Office, Google Suite, and new technologies.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Communication with families

Collaboration with colleagues

Professional development

Positive classroom environment

Project Based Learning exposure

Education

Washington State teaching certificate

Two years teaching experience

Job description

Job Description

Seeking an experienced, collaborative, and creative educator for our Lower School team. Candidates should have strong knowledge of elementary curriculum, a passion for student growth, and a commitment to working closely with colleagues in a supportive professional learning community.

At SHA, teachers are supported through mentoring, peer collaboration, professional development, and opportunities for growth. We are looking for someone who creates an engaging classroom environment, differentiates instruction, communicates effectively with families and colleagues, and brings flexibility, and positivity to the role.

Seattle Hebrew Academy is a Modern Orthodox Jewish Day School serving the greater Seattle community for over 70 years. We provide exceptional academics and inspired Judaic Studies to students from Early Childhood through 8th Grade.

Primary skills and responsibilities:

• Develop a learning environment that is conducive to learning and inspires student growth
• Create organized lesson plans where students are encouraged to engage in inquiry: ask thoughtful questions, discover answers, apply what they learn, and problem-solve creatively
• Continually assess student achievement with a variety of methods and modalities toward mastery of standards and keep students and parents informed of student progress
• Differentiating instruction according to student needs and abilities; provide accommodations and modifications to support the success of all students
• Possesses the knowledge and creativity to deliver innovative and personalized instruction designed to maximize student learning;
• Collaborate with partner teachers
• Participate in department, school and parent meetings
• Communicate effectively with parents, students and colleagues;
• Participate in school wide professional development, and seek continual feedback and flexibility, maturity and a sense of humor
• Ability to work efficiently in a Microsoft Windows using Office, Google Suite, and learn new technology

Required Education & Experience:

• Current Washington State teaching certificate
• Strong knowledge of elementary content areas and state learning requirements
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Minimum of two years successful teaching experience
• Knowledge and ability to assess student learning and set individual learning goals based on assessment outcomes
• Willingness to work closely with colleagues in a mentoring relationship
• Ability to create and maintain a positive classroom environment that encourages student learning, risk-taking, and character development
• Commitment to ongoing individual professional growth
• Experience or interest in Project Based Learning

Compensation:

Competitive salary and benefits package, contingent upon experience and education.