ABOUT US
Rodeph Sholom School, a Reform Jewish Day School based on the Upper West Side, fosters intellectual curiosity through a challenging independent school academic program in nursery school through 8th Grade. At the heart of Rodeph Sholom is a warm, vibrant community of educators and families, where students are guided by Jewish knowledge, values, and ethics to become self-confident and socially responsible leaders. Our mission is to develop each student’s love of learning and sense of responsibility to themselves and their community through meaningful experiences and intellectual exploration.
ABOUT YOU
The ideal candidate will have experience teaching middle school history and English, designing history and English curriculum, and have successful experience working with middle school aged children and their families. They should be adaptable, collaborative, proactive, personable and warm.
WORK SCHEDULE
Working hours are generally 7:40 AM to 3:45 PM; additional hours may be required in the evenings. Teachers are expected to attend faculty meetings on Thursdays from 3:45 PM until 5:00 PM.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach English and history to middle school students
Work collaboratively with the Humanities department and other teaching teams on initiatives around pedagogy and curriculum
Serve as a Middle School advisor
Additional responsibilities, as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
Enjoys working with middle school aged children, working closely with colleagues and being involved in other aspects of school life
Shows an appreciation for the craft of teaching, along with a passion for and knowledge of 5-8th grade English and history
Has excellent interpersonal skills
Kind and possesses a healthy sense of humor
Supports the mission, vision, values and commitments as outlined on our “About” website page
Demonstrates commitment to equity and inclusion
Demonstrates flexibility and ability to take initiative and follow through on projects
Possesses good judgment
Advanced degree or equivalent experience
SALARY & BENEFITS
Salary range: $60,000-$90,000; commensurate with experience. *Base faculty salaries do not reflect additional compensation based on degree level and stipends.
Generous paid time off (e.g., sick and personal days, holidays, school breaks, summer vacation).
Comprehensive benefits package – Complimentary lunch, Retirement contributions, Medical, vision, and dental insurance
CONTACT:
If interested, please send a resume/cover letter to mclark@rssnyc.org