Kindergarten Teacher

Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School•Baltimore, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School is seeking a Kindergarten Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This teacher, along with an assistant teacher, is responsible for creating a warm, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional development of young children. The teacher will integrate general studies with Jewish values, traditions, and culture, fostering a strong foundation for lifelong learning and identity. Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School is a vibrant independent day school rooted in Jewish tradition and committed to academic excellence. While our identity is grounded in Orthodox heritage and modern Jewish life, we welcome faculty of all backgrounds who are inspired by our mission and eager to contribute to a values-driven educational community. Our educational philosophy centers on fostering ethical character, intellectual curiosity, respect for diverse perspectives, and a deep sense of community responsibility. We provide an environment where students engage deeply with Jewish learning while pursuing rigorous academics across all disciplines. Faculty members at Beth Tfiloh serve as mentors and role models, helping students grow as thoughtful, compassionate, and engaged citizens. Applicants of all faiths and cultural backgrounds who share our passion for education and our commitment to developing well-rounded young people are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (required)
Experience working with young children in a classroom setting
Knowledge of or comfort with Jewish traditions, holidays, and culture
Strong classroom management and communication skills

Nice To Haves

Passion for early childhood education and child development
Creativity and flexibility
Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
Patience, empathy, and enthusiasm

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum in literacy, math, and social studies.
Establish strong relationships and develop predictable routines in the classroom
Integrate Jewish values, holidays, and traditions into daily instruction as appropriate
Create a joyful, inclusive, and respectful classroom
Use play-based, hands-on, and inquiry-driven teaching methods
Support students’ social and emotional growth, emphasizing kindness, respect, responsibility, and self-regulation
Assess student progress and utilize formal and informal assessment to drive instruction
Communicate regularly and effectively with parents
Collaborate with Kindergarten team, Judaic studies teachers, specialists, and support staff