Located in Foster City, Ronald C Wornick Jewish Day School is a pluralistic community day school for students from TK through 8th grade. We are a warm and welcoming community with a collaborative team focused on bettering our school, supporting our students and welcoming our families. Wornick Day School is seeking an Upper Elementary Math and Science Teacher beginning the 2025-2026 school year. We are seeking an experienced teacher who has knowledge of progressive educational environments. While this position is listed as a full time position, we will also consider candidates who are seeking a part time position as long as it is 75% + FTE. 

The Math and Science Teacher will

• Teach between 4-5 sections of Math/Science in 4th and/or 5th grade
• Provide an instructional program based on the needs of each student
• Implement our school adopted programs as the base curriculum for the grade
• Design engaging lessons that implement Project Based Learning 
• Create and maintain positive relationships with students, families, and other teachers
• Differentiate effectively for diverse learners in the classroom and follow student learning plans 
• Assess students learning frequently and effectively to ensure grade level standards are being met
• Create engaging lesson and unit plans under the supervision of the Assistant Head of School and other educational leaders at the school
• Document student learning and report home frequently on student assessments and progress
• Utilize multi-modal methods of instruction and learning in recognition of the diverse ways students learn
• Assist the administration in creating a respectful school environment in support of the behavioral and cultural policies of the school
• Provide appropriate and engaging individualized work for students in support of plans created with parents, tutors, aides and specialists
• Collaborate with grade level peers to support students, integrate learning across multiple subject areas and create a holistic grade level experience
• Recognize parents as critical partners in student learning and utilize support services within the school
• Use technology appropriately to advance learning goals
• Attend all staff meetings and fulfill other duties assigned by the Assistant Head of School (recess duties, club supervision, etc.)
• Receive and provide feedback in a professional manner with other school professionals

The ideal candidate will 

• Have a degree in Education, Math, Science or a closely related field, Teaching Credential and/or Master’s preferred
• Have at least five years of formal teaching experience
• Have familiarity with Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards
• Have strong content knowledge, particularly around 4th and 5th grade math, pre-Algebra, Algebra, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
• Have experience in Project Based Learning (certifications are a plus) and other progressive instructional methods
• Have a growth mindset and have a collaborative professional orientation
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Be excited about professional growth

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