Careers @ Schechter

List of 4 items.

• Lower School General Education Teacher - 2025-26 School Year

  Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen County is a warm, inclusive Jewish Day School that educates children from Early Childhood through Eighth Grade with a vigorous dual curriculum in General and Judaic studies. We inspire our students to be engaged, independent learners who embrace Jewish values and practices and strive with confidence and compassion to better the world.
  
  

  We are seeking highly qualified, passionate, and collaborative teachers. Candidates will be role models who can help foster our students’ social, emotional, and academic growth, implement a variety of instructional strategies, and who have familiarity with the latest educational models to enhance student learning for the 21st century. Educators who have experience with Universal Design for Learning, the Science of Reading, Design Thinking, and comfort and flexibility with teaching students with disabilities and English language learners in inclusive settings are highly encouraged to apply.

   

  The ideal candidate has:

  • An interest in teaching in a collaborative team teaching model
  • Degree in Elementary Education/Students with Disabilities K-2 or 1-6
  • A deep understanding of effective instruction and content
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • An understanding of child development and how social emotional factors impact learning
  • An ability to build relationships with students that foster a positive classroom environment where students feel safe to make mistakes and take academic risks
  • A belief that all children can learn at high levels with the appropriate supports
  • An understanding that parents are our partners in supporting the learning of each child
  • Experience with or willingness to be trained in using Responsive Classroom techniques and strategies

  Schechter Bergen Teacher Responsibilities:

  • Teach Literacy, Mathematics, & Social Studies, full time in a collaborative team teaching model
  • Engage in a cycle of assessment to instruction by planning for formative assessments that provide students with multiple options for demonstrating their learning
  • Maintain accurate and consistent records of evidence of students learning 
  • Communicate regularly with parents through conferences, emails, and phone calls to discuss students' individual learning progress, sharing successes and working in partnership to enhance student development
  • Participate in professional learning and take initiative in their own growth as an educator
  • Collaborate with learning specialists to create plans of support for identified students
  • Engage with school based coaches and fellow educators in team meetings to continuously learn and grow as an educator

  Salary:
  $55-68K 
  
  Please send a cover letter and resume to humanresources@ssdsbergen.org with the subject “Lower School General Studies Teacher Position.”

• Middle School Science Teacher - 2025-26 School Year

  Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen County is a warm, inclusive Jewish Day School that educates children from Early Childhood through Eighth Grade with a vigorous dual curriculum in General and Judaic studies. We inspire our students to be engaged, independent learners who embrace Jewish values and practices and strive with confidence and compassion to better the world.
  
  

  We are seeking a highly qualified, passionate, and collaborative teacher of Science in the middle school grades. The candidate will be a role model who can help foster our students’ social, emotional, and academic growth, implement a variety of instructional strategies, and who has familiarity with the latest educational models to enhance student learning for the 21st century. Schechter Bergen cares deeply about our students at an individual level; promotes teacher collaboration on curriculum and instruction; and encourages active participation by teachers in the greater school community.
  
  

  The ideal candidate has:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science, Secondary Education, and/or equivalent
  • An understanding of effective science instruction and content, including scientific and engineering practices
  • An appreciation for lab work and projects as a means of engaging students, while gathering and providing specific feedback to guide student learning
  • An ability to inspire and support students through a multi-faceted Science Fair process
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • An understanding of child/adolescent development and how social emotional factors impact learning
  • An ability to build relationships with students that foster a positive classroom environment where students feel safe to make mistakes and take academic risks
  • A belief that all children can learn at high levels
  • Excellent computer skills
  • A willingness to continuously grow and learn as a professional in collaboration with colleagues

  Schechter Bergen Science Teacher Responsibilities:

  • Teach a full course load of science classes to middle school students including planning and implementing lessons using the agreed upon school curriculum and pacing guides
  • Engage in a cycle of assessment to instruction that provide students with multiple options for demonstrating their learning
  • Maintain accurate and consistent records of evidence of students' learning
  • Communicate regularly with parents through conferences, emails, and phone calls to discuss students' progress, sharing successes and working in partnership to enhance student development
  • Collaborate with learning specialists to create plans of support for identified students
  • Establish and reinforce clear expectations and routines as per Responsive Classroom model
  • Serve as an Advisor to a small group of students in middle school utilizing the Responsive Classroom Advisory Program
  • Engage with school based coaches and fellow educators in team meetings

  All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

  Please send a resume and cover letter to humanresources@ssdsbergen.org with “Science Teacher Position” in the subject line.

  
  Job Type: Full-time

  
  Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

   

  Physical Setting:

  • Private school

   

  Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

  
  Salary:
  $55-68K 
  

   

  Work Location: In person

• School Nurse - Full Time

  Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen County is a warm and inclusive Jewish Day School serving children from Early Childhood through Eighth Grade. Our rigorous dual curriculum in General and Judaic studies fosters engaged, independent learners who embrace Jewish values, practices, and strive to better the world with confidence and compassion.

   

  We are currently seeking a dynamic, compassionate, and collaborative health professional to join our team as a School Nurse with a 8/1/2025 start date.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide basic healthcare to students and staff in the event of injury or illness
  • Administer daily and PRN medications as required
  • Develop and implement health plans for students
  • Conduct mandatory health screenings
  • Maintain and update student vaccination records and other health documentation
  • Ensure all students’ medical histories, as well as food and medical concerns, are accurately documented
  • Work to maintain a safe and healthy school environment for students and staff
  • Ensure compliance with all New Jersey state health regulations and requirements

  Qualifications:

  • Active New Jersey RN license
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Epi-pen training
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Proficient in basic computer skills
  • Warm, caring, and professional demeanor when interacting with children and parents
  • Familiarity with Magnus Health a plus

  Please send a resume and cover letter to humanresources@ssdsbergen.org, with the subject line “School Nurse Position.”

  Job Type: Full-time

  Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

   

  Physical Setting: School

  Schedule: 8 hour shift

  Monday to Friday

• School Nurse - Part Time

  Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen County is a warm and inclusive Jewish Day School serving children from Early Childhood through Eighth Grade. Our rigorous dual curriculum in General and Judaic studies fosters engaged, independent learners who embrace Jewish values, practices, and strive to better the world with confidence and compassion.

   

  We are currently seeking a dynamic, compassionate, and collaborative health professional to join our team as a Part Time School Nurse.

   

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide basic healthcare to students and staff in the event of injury or illness
  • Administer daily and PRN medications as required
  • Develop and implement health plans for students
  • Conduct mandatory health screenings
  • Maintain and update student vaccination records and other health documentation
  • Ensure all students’ medical histories, as well as food and medical concerns, are accurately documented
  • Work to maintain a safe and healthy school environment for students and staff
  • Ensure compliance with all New Jersey state health regulations and requirements
  • Familiarity with Magnus Health a plus
  • Work Schedule 3-4 days TBD

  Qualifications:

  • Active New Jersey RN license
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Epi-pen training
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Proficient in basic computer skills
  • Warm, caring, and professional demeanor when interacting with children and parents

  Please send a resume and cover letter to humanresources@ssdsbergen.org, with the subject line “School Nurse Position.”

  Job Type: Part-time

  Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

  Expected hours: 24 – 32 per week

  Physical Setting: School

  Work Location: In person