Upper Elementary Teacher - PBL & Equity Focus (Full-Time)

Pardes-Jewish-Day-School; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Pardes Jewish Day School in Scottsdale, AZ seeks a full-time Upper Elementary teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will inspire young learners and bring grade-level expertise in English and history, with ability to engage students in inquiry, problem solving, Project Based Learning, and collaborative exploration.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree (graduate degree preferred) and 2–5 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• Two to five years of experience preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to equitable and inclusive practices, with respect to pedagogy, curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• A strong understanding of the developmental and learning needs of lower school children. This includes teaching math, literacy, phonics, reading and writing workshop, comprehension, science, mindset, study skills, and social/emotional skills.
• Ability to provide differentiated instruction for specific lessons, skills sets, and/or units of study.
• Enjoy working with an innovative grade-level team to foster the emotional well being and academic success of students
• Excellent classroom management
• Ability to collaborate with other faculty, speciality teachers, staff, and administration
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Responsibilities

• Teach upper elementary with emphasis in English and history, engaging students in inquiry and collaborative exploration.
• Collaborate with a grade-level team, specialists, and school leadership to support student well-being and academic success.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learners and assess progress using best practices.
• Inspire a love of learning and foster a growth mindset across the classroom.
• Communicate effectively with parents and colleagues to support student progress.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration with faculty

Communication skills

Classroom management

Equitable and inclusive practices

Parent relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate degree

Job description

Pardes Jewish Day School in Scottsdale, AZ seeks a full-time Upper Elementary teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will inspire young learners and bring grade-level expertise in English and history, with ability to engage students in inquiry, problem solving, Project Based Learning, and collaborative exploration.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree (graduate degree preferred) and 2–5 years of experience.