Job Description

SAR Academy, modern Orthodox day school in Riverdale, NY is accepting applications 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

• Collaborates effectively with colleagues and families

• Understands principles of social, emotional and cognitive development

• Demonstrates an ability to teach high-level content to a diverse group of learners

• Facility with teaching large and small groups

• Uses educational technology to maximize student engagement

• Approaches problem-solving in a positive, creative and encouraging manner

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

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.