What are the responsibilities and job description for the First Grade Teacher position at Maimonides Academy?
First Grade Teacher Wanted! There are teaching jobs, and then there are classrooms that become a second home. At Gindi Maimonides Academy, our 1st grade classrooms are joyful, structured, academically serious, and deeply relationship-driven. We are looking for a warm, skilled, collaborative educator who believes young children are capable of far more than most people expect and who knows how to build both confidence and strong foundational skills. This is not a classroom focused on engagement alone. It is a place where curiosity is built carefully, routines matter, reading and writing are taught explicitly, and students are known exceptionally well. It is also a place filled with laughter, creativity, warmth, and teamwork. Our elementary model is highly collaborative. You will work closely with a co-teacher, supportive administration, specialists, and a strong grade-level team that genuinely plans and problem-solves together. Teachers here are supported, mentored, and encouraged to grow professionally. We are looking for someone who:
- Has strong classroom management and creates calm, structured classrooms
- Loves teaching early literacy, writing, and foundational math skills
- Understands child development and how to balance rigor with warmth
- Is reflective, collaborative, and eager to grow
- Communicates professionally and warmly with families
- Brings energy, initiative, and joy to the school community
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (out of state is accepted)
- Prior elementary classroom experience preferred
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Collaborative co-teaching model
- Supportive leadership team
- Strong academic culture
- Warm, mission-driven community
- Opportunities for mentorship and professional growth