Maternity Leave Teacher: General Studies (Lower School)

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY, is looking to fill a maternity leave position for a General Studies Teacher (Grade 2 or Grade 3) from February 2026 through May 2026. Responsibilities: • Collaborate with grade-level and class team in curricular planning and teaching • Lead small group learning • Take part in responsibilities outside of the classroom, such as lunch, dismissal, and recess duty Qualifications: • Strong ability to build connections with children and to develop an atmosphere of mutual respect • Problem-solving and collaborative skills • Understanding of social, emotional and cognitive development • Creative, flexible and open-minded approach to education • Ability to teach language arts, math and thematic social studies units • Working knowledge of educational technology tools to maximize student engagement and to differentiate instruction • Prior teaching experience required