Career Opportunities - Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School

Learning Specialist Long-Term Substitute

Job Title: Learning Specialist Long-Term Substitute

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to:

Director of Student Services

Effective Date: January 2021

Department:

Student Services

Bernard Zell is an independent Jewish day school for the 21st century where academic purpose, collaborative learning, and deep commitment to humanity develop engaged, confident learners and compassionate leaders for a stronger, more vibrant community and world. A pluralistic community day school, Bernard Zell welcomes students and families of varied religious beliefs and observance. The school combines Jewish learning and tradition with the best of innovative educational practice in a challenging and nurturing learning environment.

Job Summary and Scope of Responsibility:

Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School seeks a warm, passionate Learning Specialist to work with students with diverse learning needs in 3rd through 8th-grades in literacy and math. We are seeking to fill three different positions, 3rd/4th grade Learning Specialist with a focus in literacy, an 8th-grade Learning Specialist/class advisor with a focus in humanities, and a part-time 5th-8th grade Learning Specialist with a focus in math. The teacher(s) will be part of the Student Services Team and will collaborate regularly with grade-level teams within our Lower or Middle School. Subjects and grade levels will be determined by the Director of Student Services. The qualified candidate(s) will have experience working with diverse learning populations, with a focus in either literacy or math instruction, will possess strong written and oral communication skills, be able and willing to jump into a collaborative planning and teaching process, and be an active member of the life of the school. The position will require a deep understanding of curriculum and content, a strong ability to differentiate, and a creative and flexible mindset. Strong collaborative skills are essential for this position, including regular communication with teachers, families, and private providers. This teacher(s) should be prepared to differentiate learning for a wide range of children’s abilities and interests.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Primary Responsibilities

● Plan and implement curriculum based on individual student needs

● Take part in collaborative planning with teacher teams

● Support students and teachers with curriculum modifications and accommodations

● Utilize school resources to plan supplemental instructional programs for individuals or small groups of students

● Understand how to integrate general education curriculum into small group lessons

● Demonstrate effective classroom management strategies; experience with Responsive Classroom is preferred

● Work collaboratively with teacher teams and departmental heads

● Communicate thoughtfully, respectfully, and clearly with parents and colleagues

● Demonstrate a love of working with children, nurturing the whole child in developmentally appropriate ways

● Differentiate curriculum and instructional methods as appropriate to support students of all levels

● Use formative and summative assessments to monitor and evaluate student progress.

● Give specific feedback to support student growth

● Participate actively in team meetings with families and private providers

● Posses strong technology skills, including familiarity with google classroom and other online learning platforms

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

● Bachelor’s degree in special education with LBS1 certification required; master's degree is preferred

Experience:

● Minimum 2 years of teaching experience in literacy and/or math with the intermediate and/or middle school levels with diverse learners

● Have an understanding of the different developmental stages of learning

● Have an understanding of formative and summative assessments as well as other authentic strategies

● Experience with research-based interventions and data-driven decision making

● Experience with supporting executive functioning skills within a school setting

● Experience in teaching through distance learning

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

● Understanding of best practices in education

● Willingness to keep current through appropriate professional development

● Proven ability to work as a member of a team

● Proficient in using technology, skilled in using Google for Education

Travel Requirements: Up to 5% travel may be requested.

Other Important Information and Benefits:

● All prospective employees must be able to clear a background check

● Work is generally performed onsite; Bernard Zell does not offer a telecommuting option

● The general workday is Work Day is 7:45 am - 3:45 pm but must be flexible to attend meetings beyond normal working hours

● Daily (kosher) breakfast and lunch.

How to apply: Please send a resume and cover letter to employment@bernardzell.org

Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School has a long-standing policy of equal employment opportunity for every person regardless of age, race, color, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry or citizenship. Bernard Zell recruits, hires and promotes individuals without regard to these characteristics, and all staffing decisions are based solely on the qualifications of each individual and the legitimate educational needs of our students. Bernard Zell does not discriminate in working conditions, physical facilities or any other terms, conditions or privileges of employment, including transfer, compensation, training, promotion, demotion or separation based on age, race, color, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry or citizenship. Bernard Zell seeks to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation and harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Substitute Teacher

Substitute Teacher

Bernard Zell is an independent Jewish day school for the 21st century where academic purpose, collaborative learning, and deep commitment to humanity develop engaged, confident learners and compassionate leaders for a stronger, more vibrant community and world. A pluralistic community day school, Bernard Zell welcomes students and families of varied religious beliefs and observance. The school combines Jewish learning and tradition with the best of innovative educational practice in a challenging and nurturing learning environment.

Job Summary and Scope of Responsibility:

Bernard Zell seeks an experienced, creative, and passionate substitute educator to instill knowledge and love for learning through both academic and social-emotional learning. Qualified candidates will be able to work collaboratively across grades and disciplines with a team of exceptional faculty & staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Carry out lesson plan instructions from the classroom teacher, and/or create lesson plans in absence of a prepared lesson; ensure all material is covered.

· Communicates with the absent teacher at the end of the day thru written communication about what was accomplished that day (were the lessons covered, how did the day go, be as specific as possible)

· Create and maintain a discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and productive learning environment in accordance with school policies.

· Create and maintain a climate of respect and fairness for all students.

· Observe and assess student performance.

· Participate in teacher training sessions and other professional development as necessary. 

· Support and contribute to curriculum development to enhance the program. 

· Fulfill all teacher duties and responsibilities as outlined in the Bernard Zell Faculty Handbook.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

· Bachelor’s degree in education preferred.

Experience:

· Minimum of one (1) year school teaching experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and administration to support and extend the objectives of the curriculum.

· Appreciation of a diverse, pluralistic Jewish community.

· Ability to embrace technology and new ways of extending students' learning and creative capacities; knowledge of interactive whiteboard technology, iPads and Chromebooks.

· Experience providing a nurturing, creative, and inclusive environment for students and to create a strong classroom community.

· Excellent communication and organizational skills.

How to apply: Email a copy of your resume and cover letter to employment@bernardzell.org.

Covid Nurse Coordinator

Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School (www.bernardzell.org) is an independent Jewish day school for the 21st century where academic purpose, collaborative learning, and deep commitment to humanity develop engaged, confident learners and compassionate leaders for a stronger, more vibrant community and world. A pluralistic community day school, Bernard Zell welcomes students and families of varied religious beliefs and observance. The school combines Jewish learning and tradition with the best of innovative educational practice in a challenging and nurturing learning environment.

Job Title: Covid Nurse Coordinator

Department: Student Services

Supervisor: Lauren El-Mofty

Date Available: Immediately

Bernard Zell is currently seeking a full-time contract COVID Nurse Coordinator for the 2020-2021 school year who is committed to our mission and the development of all students. The COVID Nurse Coordinator will join BZ’s nursing team and collectively meet the health needs of students and promote campus wellness.

Primary Job Responsibilities

The COVID Nurse Coordinator has two primary functions: to communicate with parents and staff on specific health matters related to COVID-19 and to perform ongoing school nursing duties.

Covid Coordinator

The COVID Coordinator is this job’s primary role for the 2020-21 School Year.
Respond to parent concerns when students have symptoms that may be indicative of COVID-19
Provide clarity on school policy
Determine when students or staff may return to campus after an illness
Monitor and respond to the school’s wellness tracking system
Track absences related to illness or quarantine, including siblings, cohortmates, and staff members impacted
Ensure the smooth communication around absences to Operations, teachers, and Division Heads
Perform intake and contact tracing in the event of a positive case
Keep up to date with emerging guidance from the CDC, IDPH, CDPH as well as from the Association of School Nurses along with other professional organizations
Exercise clinical judgment in areas of ambiguity in returning or excluding a student or sibling to campus
Perform or oversee specimen collection if an onsite testing solution is made available

As part of this position, the COVID Coordinator must be available to answer emails before and after school hours, including weekends, in a timely manner.

If needed, this position will also provide back-up nursing onsite care to the nursing team.

Provide nursing assistance, First Aid, illness and emergency care to students and staff in accordance with professional standards, school policy and procedures, and state and local mandates
Support students with allergies and/or other conditions, and share appropriate action plans with families
Maintain health records in the Magnus system as needed

General responsibilities:

Maintain ongoing communication with parents/guardians, teachers, and other school personnel regarding the health and safety needs of students
Share relevant information about students and families with teachers and department heads as needed (and as appropriate)
Recommend policies and procedures that promote a healthy and safe school environment ∙ Plan and implement health protocols and screenings, such as coordinating on-site vision and hearing screening per Illinois school guidelines
Attend required staff meetings and serve as a resource to teachers on comprehensive health-related instruction
Prepare and distribute Emergency Contact/Health information to the main office and all faculty at the beginning of the school year
Prepare and submit state immunization and medical examination reports to IWAS (ISBE)
Maintain confidentiality regarding all school and health related issues

Qualifications & Skills

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related medical field including a Masters in Public Health
Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Illinois preferred
Experience in pediatric medical care required; experience in school/camp setting preferred
Completion of First Aid and CPR programs and up-to-date certification
Computer literacy and competency in use of existing technology
Possess effective oral and written communication skills

Logistics

Work day is 7:30 am – 3:45 pm; must be available for calls and email outside of these times
We anticipate that the work is on-site, although some tasks may be performed remotely
Kosher breakfast and lunch served daily.

How to apply

Please send cover letter and resume to employment@bernardzell.org. As a condition of employment, all applicants must successfully pass a criminal background screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School has a long-standing policy of equal employment opportunity for every person regardless of age, race, color, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, or citizenship.

Bernard Zell recruits, hires and promotes individuals without regard to these characteristics, and all staffing decisions are based solely on the qualifications of each individual and the legitimate educational needs of our students.

The school does not discriminate in working conditions, physical facilities or any other terms, conditions or privileges of employment, including transfer, compensation, training, promotion, demotion or separation based on age, race, color, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry or citizenship. Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School seeks to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, and harassment based on any of these or other characteristics.