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Upper School Music Teacher
General Studies Assistant Teacher

Upper School Music Teacher

Upper School Music Teaching Position

2022-23 School Year

Part Time

Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School seeks an enthusiastic, creative, dynamic, and collaborative teacher to teach Music to students in grades 5-8. The teacher will offer middle grade students (grades 5-8) classes in a variety of musical areas such as band, choir, composition. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with school leadership to determine specific course offerings. This teacher will also provide musical support to regular school observances such as Kabbalat Shabbat, Havdalah, and school assemblies. In addition to classes offered during the school day, the music teacher may also teach classes in Hausner’s After School Chugim Program.

Ideal candidates will know (or be prepared to learn) popular Israeli/Jewish music and Tefillah. Some knowledge of Hebrew is also a plus.
Candidate will teach elective courses related to instrumental or choral music.
Candidate will teach additional upper school classes to be determined in collaboration with the administrative team, which may include musical theory, composition, musical theater, ensemble, etc.
Candidate will be able to demonstrate effective classroom management.Experience in an interdisciplinary environment with an emphasis on professional collaboration is especially valuable.
Bachelor’s degree in music or experience teaching music.
Candidate should be comfortable with technology and open to acquiring new technology skills.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b Retirement Plan, Long- and Short-term Disability, Voluntary Life/Accident Insurance, Work-Life Balance Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Pre-tax payroll deduction also available for Commuter Checks and Flexible Spending Account.

Interested candidates should apply by sending a cover letter and resume to teaching employment@hausnerschool.org, including the job title in the subject line.

General Studies Assistant Teacher

General Studies Assistant Teacher Positions

TK and Upper School

2022-23 School Year

Gideon Hausner seeks dynamic, committed, creative individuals to serve as assistant teachers. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced lead teachers. S/he will be responsible for assisting the lead teachers in teaching all content areas (language arts, math, science, Jewish studies) and may be asked to work 1:1 or with small groups of students. In addition, the assistant teacher will assist with providing feedback to students, managing the learning environment, and preparing instructional materials. S/he will also accompany the students to other special classes during the week including art, music, and library and provide assistance in these classrooms.

Professional Qualities/Skills

Commitment to meaningful collaboration with colleagues and parents.
Excellent communication skills.
Willingness to take risks and seize leadership opportunities as they arise.
Commitment to staying current with research on best practices.
Interest in professional growth and continuous learning.
Interest in improving the school as a whole and willingness to share best practices.
Ability to be self-reflective and learn from feedback received from colleagues, administrators, and students.

Responsibilities

Assist with designing and implementing hands-on, student-centered, standards-based, meaningful curriculum in core content areas: language arts, history, STEM, etc.
Support students in the classroom through small group instruction.
Actively collaborate with grade level/department colleagues and other instructional team members.
Attend and actively participate in all faculty meetings.
Participate in special school events including, but not limited to, Open House, Back to School Night, STEM Fair, and special student performances. Attendance at other community/school events is encouraged.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Experience

Candidate should possess the ability and willingness to work with students in various group settings using multiple teaching methods.
Previous teaching or experience working with children required.
Effective classroom management skills are important.

Compensation

Competitive salary.
Benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b Retirement Plan, Long- and Short-term Disability, Voluntary Life/Accident Insurance, Work-Life Balance Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Pre-tax payroll deduction also available for Commuter Checks and Flexible Spending Account.

About Us:

Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School is an independent community school with an engaged and motivated student body that participates fully in both Jewish and secular activities. We maintain outstanding academics and a strong sense of community while instilling Jewish values and traditions. We teach to the whole child, focusing on social and emotional growth, academic and critical-thinking skills, as well as a wide array of enrichment activities. Our philosophy strongly encourages inclusivity and diversity; ethics and values are infused throughout the TK-8 curriculum.
Hausner is dedicated to professional development. Teachers are encouraged to collaborate with their peers at Hausner, as well as at other schools. Faculty have leadership opportunities within the school and participate in professional and curriculum development opportunities throughout the year, both nationally and abroad. Our benefits and friendly community inspire excellent teacher retention.
Hausner’s upper school program, where the average student-teacher ratio is 18:1, was founded in 1998. MS students participate in electives ranging from media arts, to drama to programming and sports.
Four-acre Palo Alto campus features a first-rate library, Beit Tefilah, two computer labs, a maker space, an art room, a music room, a state-of-the-art gym and expansive outdoor playing fields.
Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to an inclusive, welcoming community, where all are accepted and are treated with respect.
Hausner does not unlawfully discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, veteran status, national, or ethnic origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Qualified applicants should submit a letter of interest and resume to teachingemployment@hausnerschool.org

Please indicate “Assistant Teacher Applicant” in the Subject Line

About Us

Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School is an independent community school with an engaged and motivated student body that participates fully in both Jewish and secular activities. We maintain outstanding academics and a strong sense of community while instilling Jewish values and traditions. We teach to the whole child, focusing on social and emotional growth, academic and critical-thinking skills, as well as a wide array of enrichment activities. Our philosophy strongly encourages inclusivity and diversity; ethics and values are infused throughout the TK–8 curriculum.

Hausner is dedicated to professional development. Teachers are encouraged to collaborate with educators at Hausner and beyond. Faculty has leadership opportunities within the school and participates in professional and curriculum development opportunities throughout the year, both nationally and abroad. Our benefits and community inspire excellent teacher retention.

Hausner offers competitive salaries. Paid Federal and Jewish Holidays. Paid vacation and sick time. Benefits may include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b Retirement Plan, Long- and Short-term Disability, Voluntary Life/Accident Insurance, Work-Life Balance Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and/or fully paid daily lunch program. Pre-tax payroll deduction also available for Commuter Checks and Flexible Spending Account.

Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, welcoming community, where all are accepted and treated with respect.

Hausner does not unlawfully discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.