Elementary Teacher

Perelman Jewish Day School • Lower Merion Township, PA

10d • $42,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Perelman Jewish Day School, a Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade independent school in the Philadelphia area, is seeking a motivated team player to join our community as an Elementary Teacher for the 2026 - 2027 School Year.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field; graduate degree preferred
• Have a strong knowledge of developmental needs of young children and appropriate curricula that meet those needs
• Full understanding of differentiated instructional strategies across the curriculum
• Outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Technology skills including Google Suite and Google Classroom
• High-energy and enthusiastic about working in the Jewish day school atmosphere

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with the following is preferred, but not required: Fundations (by Wilson); reading assessments that incorporate running records; hands-on math programs that utilize manipulatives, problem solving, and abstract thinking; writing workshop; Responsive Classroom; Apple products such as MacBooks and iPads

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging instruction in math, reading, writing, social studies and social emotional learning
• Partner proactively with faculty and administration to support diverse learners in the areas of academic, behavioral, and social/emotional learning
• Collaborate with grade-level team members to plan and implement instruction, fostering student curiosity and engagement
• Provide regular written student-progress reports to the school and parents with assessment results
• Maintain confidential student records and keep accurate documentation of sessions, meetings, and assessments
• Coordinate and facilitate communication between student, family, and school
• Participate in faculty meetings and in-service professional development days
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal

Benefits

• compensation is commensurate with experience, and includes a competitive benefits package
• Paid time off includes Jewish and secular holidays, two lengthy school vacations, and additional PTO
• Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA, 403(b), and tuition remission

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level