Lower School Science Teacher (Temporary)

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Lower School Science Teacher (Temporary)

New York, NY, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 1295

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

Abraham Joshua Heschel School is currently seeking a temporary Science Teacher to join the Lower School team.

This position will teach science classes for students in grades 1-5.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree (Master's strongly preferred) in Science, Education, or a related field, as well as experience teaching students in grades 1-5. Candidates should have enthusiasm for science education as well as strong classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities include

• Leading daily science lessons for grades 1-5 in the Science Lab
• Collaborating with the Lower School Assistant Head in following the Science Curriculum scope per grade
• Collaborating with other subject specialists
• Coverage of informal times of day (lunch, recess, etc.)

Abraham Joshua Heschel School, located in New York City, is an independent, pluralistic Jewish Day School, N-12, unaffiliated with any single movement or synagogue. The school's approach to education is governed by a profound respect for children and a deep commitment to academic excellence. Teachers at Heschel nurture students' curiosity, cultivate their imagination, encourage creative expression, value their initiative, and build their critical-thinking skills. The Heschel School is dedicated to inspiring its graduates to become responsible adults and active, compassionate citizens of the Jewish world and world communities. The Heschel School includes families from a wide range of Jewish backgrounds, practices and beliefs.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Abraham Joshua Heschel School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The full-time equivalent annual salary range is $70,000 - $90,000, depending on years of experience.