Pisgah Special Education Assistant Teacher

SAR Academy; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Assistant Teachers for its innovative Pisgah Program. This role focuses on supporting Kindergarten and Lower School students, fostering a nurturing environment that promotes both educational and social growth. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving and collaborative skills, with a creative approach to teaching. Join a community dedicated to helping students reach their full potential while working alongside a dedicated team of educators. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and dynamic educational setting.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to build connections with children and foster mutual respect.
• Creative, flexible, and open-minded approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Develop and differentiate curricular materials in collaboration with teaching teams.
• Lead small group activities and work collaboratively with the teaching team.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaborative skills

Ability to build connections with children

Understanding of cognitive development principles

Job description

Job Opening: Assistant Teachers for Pisgah Program at SAR Academy

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is now accepting resumes for Assistant Teachers in the Pisgah Program for the 2025-2026 school year, in Kindergarten and Lower School (grades 1-5).

About Pisgah

Pisgah is SAR’s integrated support program, combining the need for intensive support with the benefits of learning as part of the whole school community. It offers children the support of a full-time Special Education teacher and related providers, while also allowing them to learn in a General Education classroom. This hybrid approach provides strong peer models and the intensive support a student may need. The name 'Pisgah' means 'summit' in Hebrew, reflecting SAR’s commitment to helping students reach their personal educational and social summits in a supportive community environment.

Responsibilities

1. Develop and differentiate curricular materials in collaboration with teaching teams to meet the needs of all students.
2. Lead small group activities.
3. Work actively and collaboratively with the teaching team on daily activities and special programs.
4. Assume responsibilities outside the classroom, such as lunch, dismissal, and recess duty.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to build connections with children and foster mutual respect.
• Problem-solving and collaborative skills.
• Understanding of social, emotional, and cognitive development principles.
• Creative, flexible, and open-minded approach to teaching.

Salary: $30,000 - $40,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

About SAR

SAR Academy is a Modern Orthodox co-educational nursery through grade 8 day school located in Riverdale, NY. We believe every child possesses a divine spark, has unique worth, and should be encouraged to achieve according to their ability. Our warm environment promotes confidence, creativity, and enthusiasm for learning. We nurture students to develop intellectual curiosity, critical thinking skills, and a lifelong love of both Torah and secular studies.