Lower School Head Teachers: General Studies

SAR Academy; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SAR Academy, located in Riverdale, NY, is looking for an experienced General Studies Teacher to join our Lower School Team for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will cultivate a sense of community among students, work collaboratively to develop lesson plans, and adapt teaching methods to meet diverse student needs.

This position offers a warm environment dedicated to fostering creativity and critical thinking. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities

• Cultivates a sense of community among students
• Plans lessons and develops curricular resources collaboratively
• Monitors student progress and adapts materials
• Maintains open communication with parents and colleagues
• Manages classroom effectively

Skills

Building meaningful connections with children

Collaborating with colleagues

Understanding social, emotional, cognitive development

Creative and engaging teaching approach

Differentiating instruction

Job description

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co‑educational day school in Riverdale, NY is seeking an experienced and dynamic General Studies Teacher to join our Lower School Team (Grades 1‑5) for the 2026‑2027 school year.

Qualifications

• Builds meaningful connections with children
• Collaborates effectively with colleagues and families
• Understands social, emotional, and cognitive development
• Demonstrates a creative, engaging, and flexible approach to teaching
• Exhibits strong ability to differentiate instruction for a diverse group of learners

Responsibilities

• Cultivates a sense of community among students
• Works collaboratively with the team to plan lessons and learning experiences, and develop curricular resources
• Monitors student progress and adapts materials in response to their needs
• Maintains open communication with parents and colleagues
• Manages classroom effectively

About SAR

SAR Academy is a Modern Orthodox co‑educational nursery through grade 8 day school located in Riverdale, NY. We are dedicated to the belief that every child possesses a divine spark, has unique worth as an individual and should be encouraged to achieve according to his or her ability. Our warm environment promotes confidence, creativity and enthusiasm for learning. In our approach to academics, we nurture students to develop intellectual curiosity, critical thinking skills and a lifelong love of both Torah and Secular studies.

Salary range commensurate with experience.