November 5, 2024

Kinneret Day School

Bronx

FULL TIME

Kindergarten Teacher

Job Summary:
Kinneret Day School in Riverdale, NY is seeking a creative, energetic and skillful Full Time Kindergarten Teacher to teach in a collaborative classroom for our Kindergarten Class. Experience in Early Childhood Reading, Language Arts, Social Studies, Science and Math is a must. Come join our growing Professional Learning Community where we offer a world class general and Jewish education in a place where family comes first. Salary commensurate with experience. Email resume and cover letter to imann@kinneretdayschool.org
Position Responsibilities:

Create a warm classroom community that embodies our school's values of student confidence, responsibility, caring, and love of Israel
Strong communication with co-teachers to develop and implement emergent curriculum and run parent/teacher conferences together.
Strong communication with parents, administration and students
Run learning center activities (Ex. Hebrew, Art, Sensory, Math, Literacy, Science, Dramatic Play, Puzzles/Games, Building, etc.) that provide hands-on experiences, build skills for students in the content areas, strengthen fine and gross motor skills, provide enrichment, and enhance SEL
Create developmentally appropriate lesson plans that have a variety of differentiated experiences and align with educational standards and support children’s learning objectives
Plan collaboratively and lead whole class, group, and individual lessons using various teaching methods, including hands-on activities, storytelling, and group discussions to engage students in learning
Provide STEAM and Project Based Learning opportunities
Plan and conduct lessons with clear objectives that provide students with a growth mindset and opportunities to observe, question, investigate, and collaborate with one another and have a means of assessing students
Observe and evaluate students' academic performance and growth, behavior, and social development and assess student progress, needs, and mastery through observation and formal assessments, providing feedback to parents and guardians on their child's development.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet student needs and interests
Structure thematic free play and dramatic play opportunities
Weekly newsletters highlighting student engagement, projects, and academics such as high frequency/red letter words of the week for parents to practice at home with their child
Maintain a safe, organized, and inviting classroom with regularly updated bulletin boards that showcase student work
Participate in all staff meetings, PD, and other professional opportunities

Qualifications:

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
Proven experience in classroom management and lesson planning for kindergarten students to promote a respectful and cooperative atmosphere
Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and colleagues
Experience working with children in an educational setting
Knowledge of early childhood development principles and best practices
Hebrew Language a plus!

Join us in shaping the future of our young learners by providing them with a solid foundation for lifelong learning!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
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