Assistant Teacher, Early Learning Center
SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is seeking dedicated and passionate Assistant Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year in our Early Learning Center (Nursery-Kindergarten). We are looking for educators who foster curiosity, and a love of learning in young children, while cultivating a warm, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the head teacher to plan and implement engaging learning units, curriculum, and teaching activities
- Lead and facilitate small group activities to support individualized learning
- Assist with the preparation of reports and conferences for student progress
- Work as an active member of a dynamic teaching team on daily activities and special programs
- Support classroom needs outside of teaching time, including lunch and recess supervision
Qualifications:
- Ability to build meaningful connections with children and create an environment of mutual respect
- Strong problem-solving and team collaboration skills
- Knowledge of child development of principles in social, emotional and cognitive areas
- Creative, flexible and open-minded approach to teaching and learning
- Experience in Early Childhood education and a strong understanding of current practices
- Working knowledge in educational technology tools for parent communication, student engagement and to instructional differentiation
SAR Academy offers a supportive and welcoming environment for educators to grow professionally while making a lasting impact on young learners. If you’re passionate about early childhood education and looking to be part of an inspiring team, we encourage you to apply!
Salary: $37,000 - $42,000 a year
Salary commensurate with experience.
LINK TO APPLY: https://jobs.lever.co/sar/