Lower School Science Teacher (Temporary)

Abraham Joshua Heschel School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Abraham Joshua Heschel School in New York, NY seeks a temporary Science Teacher for the Lower School (grades 1-5). The role begins in December and may extend through the end of the school year.

The teacher will lead science lessons in the Lab and collaborate with grade-level teams to implement the science curriculum. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Science or Education (Master’s preferred) and has experience teaching grades 1-5, with strong classroom management and communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Education, or related field.
• Master’s degree strongly preferred is a plus.
• Experience teaching grades 1–5 and enthusiasm for science education.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily science lessons for grades 1–5 in the Science Lab.
• Collaborate with the Lower School Assistant Head to follow the Science Curriculum by grade.
• Collaborate with other subject specialists.
• Cover informal times of day (lunch, recess, etc.).

Skills

Enthusiasm for science education

Classroom management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science, Education, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About the School

Abraham Joshua Heschel School is an independent, pluralistic Jewish Day School, N-12, unaffiliated with any single movement or synagogue. Located in New York City, the school’s approach to education is governed by a profound respect for children and a deep commitment to academic excellence. Teachers at Heschel nurture students’ curiosity, cultivate their imagination, encourage creative expression, value their initiative, and build their critical-thinking skills. The Heschel School is dedicated to inspiring its graduates to become responsible adults and active, compassionate citizens of the Jewish world and world communities. The Heschel School includes families from a wide range of Jewish backgrounds, practices and beliefs.

Job Description

Abraham Joshua Heschel School is currently seeking a temporary Science Teacher to join the Lower School team. The position will begin in December and may extend through the end of the school year. This position will teach science classes for students in grades 1-5.

Responsibilities

• Leading daily science lessons for grades 1-5 in the Science Lab
• Collaborating with the Lower School Assistant Head in following the Science Curriculum scope per grade
• Collaborating with other subject specialists
• Coverage of informal times of day (lunch, recess, etc.)

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s strongly preferred) in Science, Education, or a related field, as well as experience teaching students in grades 1-5.
• Candidates should have enthusiasm for science education as well as strong classroom management and communication skills.

Equal Opportunity & Eligibility

Abraham Joshua Heschel School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Salary

The full-time equivalent annual salary range is $70,000 - $90,000, depending on years of experience.