Middle School Judaic Studies Teacher

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY is now accepting applications for Ivrit Teachers 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

• Displays effective collaborative skills

• Understands principles of social, emotional and cognitive development

• Demonstrates an ability to teach Middle School students the skills of Ivrit language and communication --  listening, writing, reading and speaking

• Understand the study of Hebrew as a tool not only of communication, but also of developing students’ minds and thinking, as they learn the structure and logic of another language. 

• Uses educational technology to maximize student engagement

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

Approaches problem solving in a positive, creative and encouraging manner.

About SAR:

SAR Academy is a Modern Orthodox co-educational nursery through grade 8 day school located in Riverdale, NY.  We are dedicated to the belief that every child possesses a divine spark, has unique worth as an individual and should be encouraged to achieve according to his or her ability. Our warm environment promotes confidence, creativity and enthusiasm for learning. In our approach to academics, we nurture students to develop intellectual curiosity, critical thinking skills and a lifelong love of both Torah and Secular studies.