Job Title: 3rd Grade Teacher

School/Institution: Ilan Ramon Day School

Location - Area: West Valley / Conejo Valley

Job Description: Elementary School Teacher
The person selected for this position will be responsible for the general supervision and management of a class of children between the ages of five and eleven. This person must be a sensitive, warm, and mature individual who is able to relate well to both children and adults.

The person selected for this position must be professionally prepared as a teacher of young children and must meet the requirements of the school, multiple subject teaching credential preferred.

Job Responsibilities:
These include, but will not be limited to the following:

- Planning, documenting, supervising, and implementing the program for the class in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the school.
- Planning differentiated lessons using best teaching practices and strategies to support diverse learners' styles of learning and interests.
- Designing and implementing meaningful lessons and inquiry-based projects that allow students to apply knowledge and skills in authentic contexts, promoting deeper understanding and long-term retention of content.
- Creating a supportive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment where students feel valued, respected, and encouraged to take risks.
- Providing staff support (working as a team) to all programs and staff when necessary.
- Evaluating student performance using a variety of assessment tools and strategies to assess the developmental and academic needs of all students.
- Documenting student progress and maintaining proper student files, ensuring accurate and meaningful information is available for report cards, parent-teacher conferences, and student support meetings
- Supervising children on the playground, in classrooms, and on field trips.
- Collaborating with administration on student health, safety, or other concerns.
- Coordinating field trips and other enrichment opportunities for your classrooms.
- Attending all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences.
- Conducting parent conferences.
- Participate in recommended training programs, conferences, courses, and other aspects of professional growth.
- Participate in recruitment events and other school sponsored programs.
- Other duties as assigned.

Requirements: - College degree and current multiple subject teaching credential (preferred)
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- Elementary experience preferred.
- Empathetic to the needs and differing dynamics of families who attend the school.
- Strong interpersonal relationship-building skills; team-oriented.
- Flexibility approach toward supporting colleagues as needed.
- Strong organizational skills; self-motivated and responsible.
- Personal qualities of integrity, professionalism, and dedication to the mission of Ilan Ramon Day School.
- Participation in professional development and an interest in further developing individual and school-wide goals.

School/Institution Mission: Ilan Ramon Day School prepares our children to embrace the diverse challenges of the 21st century. We are a community Jewish day school with an integrated curriculum focused on critical thinking, community involvement, the values of Judaism, and a personal connection to Israel. Our innovative program develops lifelong learners and leaders by emphasizing intellectual, spiritual and creative development with a focus on the social-emotional growth of each student.

Type of School: Day School

Denomination: Pluralistic

Part-time/Full-time: Full Time

Compensation: Salary Range: $50,000 - $65,000

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

How to apply: Send resume to Rabbi Andy Feig, Head of School, at [email protected] and Joanna Cooper, Elementary School Director, at [email protected]