4K Long-Term Substitute Teacher
The Milwaukee Jewish Day School (MJDS) is a private, pluralistic school located in the North Shore of Milwaukee. Our families represent and embrace a diverse range of Jewish practices. Staff members do not need to be Jewish to work here. We welcome educators of all backgrounds who are committed to our mission and community.
Our school serves students in K3 through 8th grade. At MJDS, our outstanding teachers guide students on an interdisciplinary, student-owned learning journey, where a culture of innovation and Jewish values are pillars of our school. We are seeking a passionate, innovative, and engaging educator who is committed to meeting the needs of all students, collaborating with staff, and partnering with families.
Job Description:
The 4K teacher contributes to the school's mission and core values by delivering high-quality instruction. This educator designs creative, engaging, and differentiated lessons that address the diverse learning needs of students and aligns with the school's academic standards. The teacher engages in complex professional work while inspiring students to develop a passion for and excel in both disciplines. This position will run from approximately mid-August to mid-November.
Expectations:
Empowers all students to explore ideas, ask questions, and make mistakes
Designs rigorous lessons around specific concepts/skills that are relevant and standards-based, learner-centered, and emphasize inquiry and problem-solving
Monitors student progress through ongoing formative and summative assessments to guide instruction
Differentiates and implements instruction through flexible grouping, individualized lessons, enrichment, scaffolding, and student-generated questions
Fosters positive relationships with students, families, and staff, demonstrating patience, empathy, and adaptability
Utilizes effective classroom management strategies to help students view mistakes as opportunities to learn, grow, and repair
Partners with families and support team in student goal setting and provides suggestions and support to enhance the child's learning
Communicates regularly with families through newsletters, phone calls, emails, etc.
Engages in curricular and pedagogical professional development opportunities on and off campus
Establishes professional goals based upon work with their Learning Partner and the goals of MJDS
Collaborates with colleagues in designing, implementing, and assessing best practices in teaching and learning
Participates in the life of MJDS through attendance at school events, committee meetings, and extracurricular activities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
A deep understanding of math and science content
Strong knowledge of best practices in math and science instruction
Ability to differentiate instruction in mixed-ability classrooms
Effective classroom management skills with the ability and the desire to work with students with diverse learning needs
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with others and maintain positive professional relationships
Strong degree of self-direction, motivation, energy, and enthusiasm
All staff members at MJDS believe:
In encouraging curiosity and awareness of the world around us
Each person is an individual with unique gifts who will be loved, respected, and valued every day
Growth requires risk and FAILure
In seeking to understand before being understood
In assuming the best of all people
In always being solutions-oriented
Everyone has the ability to heal injustice
Learning should be collaborative, student-owned, and move each student from engagement to empowerment
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in education or related field
Valid teaching license or certification
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of early childhood pedagogy
Early childhood classroom experience