General Studies Teacher

New England Jewish Academy, a private school located in West Hartford, CT, is looking for a dynamic, motivated, growth-oriented lower school, 6th grade teacher.

Responsibilities include:

• Implementing "best practice" strategies in the classroom while recognizing individual learning styles and needs;

• Teaching and mentoring students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one

• Assessing students’ skills to determine their needs and to develop teaching plan

• Planning, organizing, and assigning learning activities that are specific to each student’s abilities

• Regularly communicating students’ progress with parents, the principal, and school social worker.

• Developing and maintaining effective teacher and parent relationships. 

• Preparing students to transition from grade to grade.

• Active participation in professional development opportunities and a willingness to grow as a teacher and a learner.

New England Jewish Academy is a caring, nurturing and forward-thinking school. The work environment is collaborative with teacher input playing a significant role in all aspects of the school. The school provides solid training, mentorship and progressive professional development for our teachers. Please email resumes to positions@neja.org.