Classroom Teachers
Mon-Fri from 8:30AM to 2:45PM or 8:30AM-5:30PM (with monthly evening staff meetings) - full year.
Working with young children requires patience, attentiveness, and a genuine passion for early childhood education. At Gan Aviv, our teachers and assistants play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where every child can learn, grow, and thrive. Below is an overview of the daily responsibilities and expectations for our classroom staff.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Maintain constant awareness of the children in your care, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
- Build positive, caring relationships with each child while supporting their individual emotional and developmental needs.
- Foster a warm and encouraging classroom environment through patience, kindness, and effective communication.
- Assist with classroom routines, including transitions, snack time, clean-up, and other daily activities.
- Support children's learning through songs, stories, creative activities, and age-appropriate instruction.
- Encourage positive behavior and help children develop social, emotional, and problem-solving skills.
- Work collaboratively with fellow teachers and assistants to ensure the classroom operates smoothly and efficiently.
- Maintain professionalism by communicating clearly with children, colleagues, and families while modeling respectful behavior.
We are looking for classroom teachers who:
- Are nurturing, reliable, responsible, positive & a team player!
- Have reliable transportation and a strong work ethic.
- Are 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma/GED.
- Can work 5 days a week from 8:30AM to 2:45PM or 8:30AM-5:30PM
- Rate of pay is based on experience, position you are hired for and type of degree you have, if any (but is not required).
- Hebrew speaker a plus but not required.
Qualifications:
- Experience working with students in an educational setting, preferably in a preschool or early childhood education environment
- Knowledge of early childhood development principles and practices
- Familiarity with literacy education strategies for young children
- Ability to assist with lesson planning and implementation
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to effectively manage student behavior in a positive manner
- Knowledge of toddler care practices is a plus
We are looking for teachers who are passionate about working with young children and supporting their educational journey. If you have experience working with students, enjoy collaborating with a team, and have a strong desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dedicated team!
We welcome calls to find out more about us (and so we can find out more about you!) at 201-384-6111. Resumes can also be forwarded to [email protected]
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Ability to Relocate:
- Bergenfield, NJ 07621: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
