Elementary Teacher

Perelman Jewish Day SchoolLower Merion Township, PA
10d$42,000 - $70,000Onsite

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
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