Middle School Teachers

SAR Academy, modern Orthodox day school in Riverdale, NY is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year in the Middle School (Grades 6-8).

Qualifications

• Exhibits strong ability to build connections with Middle School students and to develop an atmosphere of mutual respect
• Collaborates effectively with colleagues and families
• Understands principles of social, emotional and cognitive development
• Demonstrates an ability to teach high-level content to a diverse group of learners
• Facility with teaching large and small groups
• Uses educational technology to maximize student engagement
• Approaches problem-solving in a positive, creative and encouraging manner

Responsibilities

• Prepares curriculum, lessons, and activities
• Teaches students in a fair, warm, and open-minded environment with differentiated learning
• Manages classroom effectively
• Maintains open communication with students, parents and administrators about the students’ progress
• Works collaboratively with teaching team to plan and facilitate daily activities and special programs
• Assumes responsibilities outside of the classroom, such as lunch duty, advisory and recess duty