What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Studies Assistant Teacher position at Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School?
Job Description
Job Description
Description : About Us :
Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School is an independent community school with an engaged and motivated student body that participates fully in both Jewish and secular activities. We maintain outstanding academics and a strong sense of community while instilling Jewish values and traditions. We teach to the whole child, focusing on social and emotional growth, academic and critical-thinking skills, as well as a wide array of enrichment activities. Our philosophy strongly encourages inclusivity and diversity; ethics and values are infused throughout the TK-8 curriculum.
Hausner is dedicated to professional development. Teachers are encouraged to collaborate with their peers at Hausner, as well as at other schools. Faculty have leadership opportunities within the school and participate in professional and curriculum development opportunities throughout the year, both nationally and abroad. Our benefits and friendly community inspire excellent teacher retention. Four-acre Palo Alto campus features a first-rate library, Beit Tefilah, two computer labs, a creativity lab, an art room, a music room, a state-of-the-art gym and expansive outdoor playing fields.
About the Position :
Gideon Hausner seeks dynamic, committed, creative individuals to serve as assistant teachers starting August 2025 . Successful candidates will work alongside experienced lead teachers. S / he will be responsible for assisting the lead teachers in teaching content areas (language arts, math, science, Jewish studies) and may be asked to work 1 : 1 or with small groups of students. In addition, assistant teachers will assist with providing feedback to students, managing the learning environment, and preparing instructional materials. S / he may also accompany the students to other special classes during the week including art, music, library, PE, creativity lab and provide assistance in these classrooms.
Professional Qualities / Skills
- Commitment to meaningful collaboration with colleagues and parents.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Willingness to take risks and seize leadership opportunities as they arise.
- Commitment to staying current with research on best practices.
- Interest in professional growth and continuous learning.
- Interest in improving the school as a whole and willingness to share best practices.
- Ability to be self-reflective and learn from feedback received from colleagues, administrators, and students.
Responsibilities
Requirements :
Required Education / Experience
Compensation
Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to an inclusive, welcoming community, where all are accepted and are treated with respect. Hausner does not unlawfully discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, veteran status, national, or ethnic origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Salary : $45,000 - $60,000
