Maternity Leave Teacher: General Studies (Lower School)
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SAR Academy
SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is looking to fill a maternity leave position for a General Studies Teacher (Grade 2 or Grade 3) from February 2026 through May 2026.
Responsibilities:
-Collaborate with grade-level and class team in curricular planning and teaching
– Lead small group learning
– Take part in responsibilities outside of the classroom, such as lunch, dismissal, and recess duty
Qualifications:
– Strong ability to build connections with children and to develop an atmosphere of mutual respect
– Problem-solving and collaborative skills
– Understanding of social, emotional and cognitive development
– Creative, flexible and open-minded approach to education
– Ability to teach language arts, math and thematic social studies units
– Working knowledge of educational technology tools to maximize student engagement and to differentiate instruction
– Prior teaching experience required