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 and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in education preferred.

• 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.

Compensation: $140 per full day

 

Date Available: August 2025

Job Summary and Scope of Responsibility: 

Bernard Zell seeks a thoughtful, detail-oriented, mature, and responsible individual to fulfill the afternoon role as part-time BZ Beyond Associate. BZ Beyond is the after-school care program at Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School (Bernard Zell). The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, be exceptionally collaborative and collegial, and share a great enthusiasm for children and their learning in this independent Jewish day school.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Foster the positive growth and development of children from Nursery to 4th grade.

• Plan and lead engaging afternoon activities, including crafts, building, imaginative play, and outdoor time.

• Ensure the safety and supervision of a designated group of children at all times.  

• Work collaboratively with other BZ Beyond staff and support older student volunteers assisting in classrooms. 

• Serve as a mentor and role model, embodying Bernard Zell's mission and values.

• Maintain regular and open communication with the BZ Beyond Lead.

• Support full-day programming during school closures and day-off camps as needed.

• Assist with daily classroom set-up and clean-up to maintain a welcoming and organized environment.

Minimum Qualifications & Skills:

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or Higher

• Teaching and supervisory experience with young children is required. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Interest in child development and developmentally appropriate practices

• Willingness to learn and grow

Schedule:

• Monday - Thursday, 3:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

• Friday 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

• Occasional help on days off from 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., if available

• 10-month position beginning in late August

Compensation: The salary for this position is $16.60 per hour.

Benefits:

This position is not eligible for benefits. 

How To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume to: employment@bernardzell.org. 

As a condition of employment, all applicants must successfully pass a criminal background screening.

Job Summary and Scope of Responsibility: 

The Executive Assistant serves as a key partner to the Head of School, ensuring the seamless functioning of the office while supporting school-wide strategic priorities. Acting as the first point of contact for the Head of School, this individual must be approachable, professional, and discreet, handling sensitive matters with the utmost confidentiality and respect. The role requires exceptional organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage relationships across all levels of the school community and beyond.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Head of School.

• Maintain an approachable and welcoming presence while handling confidential situations with discretion.

• Support the Head of School and senior leadership team on strategic initiatives, including long-term planning, accreditation, advancement projects, and school-wide events. 

• Manage the Head of School’s calendar, scheduling, and expenses, with additional support to other members of the administrative team as time permits.

• Oversee agendas, scheduling, and communications for Head of School meetings and Board Meetings.

• Attend Head of School and Board meetings, take minutes, and oversee logistics of the meetings.

• Ensure the Head of School’s office is highly responsive to the needs of the Board, faculty, staff, parents, community partners, and external consultants; monitor follow-up actions to ensure completion.

• Support initiatives that strengthen school culture, including coordinating staff communications, recognition efforts, and events that promote community and morale. 

• Other duties as assigned in support of the greater school community

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience: 

• 3 years of related work experience required

• Experience with school environments, supporting a senior administrator, board support, or management of special projects is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to maintain utmost confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism.

• Knowledge and understanding of Jewish values, culture, and community preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to engage and collaborate effectively with various community members such as senior leaders, board members, parents, faculty, staff, and external partners.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to manage complex priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation: Bernard Zell offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive workplace culture. The salary range for this position is $55,000-$65,000.

Benefits: The position is eligible for benefits. Bernard Zell has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports the success of our employees. Benefits include:

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Disability insurance

• Life insurance - including spouse/dependent life insurance

• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

• Transportation & Parking Benefit

• Health Care, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Paid Parental & Adoption leave

• Paid time off

• Tuition Remission

• Breakfast & Lunch when school is in session

• 403(b) (Retirement contribution) Plan with competitive matching structure

As a condition of employment, all applicants must successfully pass a criminal background screening.

How To Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to: employment@bernardzell.org. 

Job Summary and Scope of Responsibility: 

Bernard Zell seeks a motivated program manager to take responsibility for the daily operations and oversight of the BZ auxiliary programs, currently consisting of the BZ Beyond after-school program, days off camps, Early Childhood summer camp, and rentals.  Responsibilities include developing new revenue opportunities and overseeing daily staff as well as outside providers to ensure the goals of the programs are being met. This role is on a year-round schedule. When school is in session, hours are 9:30AM to 5:30PM on Monday - Thursday and 8:30AM to 4:30PM on Friday. Hours may vary on non-school days to align with programming schedules. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• In collaboration with the Associate Head of School, develop and maintain a portfolio of auxiliary programs which support the school’s philosophy and goals (including financial goals) and connect to the school’s mission, vision, and brand.

• Execute and manage the daily operations of the auxiliary programs, including the arrival and dismissal procedures, transitions to and from activities, observing and providing feedback to daily staff, and connecting and coordinating programs with outside and enrichment class providers.

• Manage the purchasing process for supplies and snacks, maintaining proper inventories to support the program on an ongoing basis.

• Support the student experience by responding to emergent behavioral concerns and collaborating with both teachers and parents.

• Support internal and external providers of enrichment classes by communicating schedule changes and procedural adjustments due to changing circumstances in the school environment.

• Ensure the program activities are developmentally appropriate and align with the needs of students.

• Manage online registration systems, including participant enrollment, refund/cancellations, billing reminders, and administrative changes.

• Coordinate with the BZ Nurse to manage the oversight of any allergies or other health-related needs to ensure a safe environment.

• Coordinate and oversee operations of miscellaneous programming outside of the normal curriculum as necessary, such as day-off camps, faculty and staff childcare for conferences, etc.

• Coordinate with the Business Office to manage revenues and expenses and matters of financial aid to achieve budget targets.

• Coordinate rental opportunities in collaboration with the Operations team, ensuring contracts are fully executed and payments are collected.

• Maintain and secure equipment, materials, and supplies as appropriate.

• Research and develop additional auxiliary revenue opportunities.

Program Staffing:

• Supports daily oversight of auxiliary program staff.

• Supervise and evaluate vendors and instructors for BZ Beyond’s enrichment classes.

• Ensure appropriate staffing ratios with children of different developmental ages, including providing occasional direct services.

• Assess and evaluate programs and instructors, regularly soliciting formal and informal feedback from all constituents.

Customer Satisfaction:

• Respond promptly and effectively to student or parent questions or concerns and staff and vendor needs.

• Communicate with parents and caretakers regularly and proactively, providing top-notch customer service.

• Collaborate with Bernard Zell’s Associate Head of School on the well-being of students after school.

• Ensure a strong customer service approach to all aspects of BZ student activities, building raving fans.

Other Duties:

• Provide support to the Early Childhood division, including supervision of students during rest and lunch times as assigned.

• Other duties as assigned in support of the greater school community.

Minimum Qualifications & Skills:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, preferably in education or related fields.

• Experience working with children and families.

• Non-profit child-centered experience preferred.

• Program management experience preferred.

• Independent school experience is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills.

• Works well on a team.

• Customer-service oriented.

• Proficiency with technology, including the ability to learn and administer information systems.

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills, and follow-through.

• Innovative when it comes to alternative sources of revenue streams.

• Commitment to ongoing personal/professional growth.

• Sense of humor, adventure, and wonder.

Compensation: Bernard Zell offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive workplace culture. The salary range for this position is $55,000-$65,000.

Benefits:The position is eligible for benefits.  Bernard Zell has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports the success of our employees.  Benefits include:

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Disability insurance

• Life insurance - including spouse/dependent life insurance

• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

• Transportation & Parking Benefit

• Health Care, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Paid Parental & Adoption leave

• Paid time off

• Tuition Remission

• Breakfast & Lunch when school is in session

• 403(b) (Retirement contribution) Plan with competitive matching structure

As a condition of employment, all applicants must successfully pass a criminal background screening.

How To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume to: employment@bernardzell.org. 

Job Title: Third Grade Teacher Long Term Substitute

Date Available: March 2026

Job Summary and Scope of Responsibility:

Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School is seeking an experienced, innovative, and energetic 3rd grade teacher to cover an extended leave from March 2026 - May 2026

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach, guide, and inspire students in general studies subject areas (reading, writing, math, and social studies).

• Differentiate instruction for a wide range of student's abilities and interests.

• Communicate regularly with parents via online updates, phone calls, emails, and in-person meetings.

• Collaborate with Learning/Social Work Services and outside specialists to coordinate individual student's educational plans.

• Exhibit comfort as part of a professional team.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education

• Bachelor’s degree in education; M.A. preferred

Experience: 

• Two years of lead teacher experience is preferred.

• Preferred experience with Responsive Classroom Approach.

• Experience providing a nurturing, creative and inclusive environment for students.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of Common Core Math Standards 

• 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 and iPads preferred.

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

• Experience providing a nurturing, creative, and inclusive environment for students.

• Well-developed communication and organizational skills.

• Knowledge of and experience with the cognitive, social, and emotional issues of 3rd-grade students.

• Willingness to learn and grow professionally.

Compensation: $195 per full day

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

Benefits: This is not a benefit-eligible position.

Job Title: Learning Specialist Long Term Substitute 

Date Available: March 2026

Job Summary and Scope of Responsibility: 

The Learning Specialist will provide Bernard Zell students with literacy and math instruction and guidance rooted in best practices, educational standards, and pedagogy. The specialist will provide support to students with diverse learning needs in 1st and 2nd grade. In addition to providing direct support to students, the Learning Specialist will work closely with teachers to offer differentiation guidance, support in implementing classroom accommodations, the use of data collection, and data-driven decision-making.

 Primary Responsibilities:

• Plan, teach, and support daily literacy and math instruction and evidence-based interventions with a specific focus on 1st and 2nd grade.

• Utilize evidence-based interventions and multisensory techniques, particularly Wilson Fundations and/or Wilson Reading System interventions.

• Work collaboratively within Student Services, Lower School, and across the school, and maintain a caseload to support students in need of literacy and math intervention.

• Plan accommodations and modifications of the general curriculum as needed, and facilitate implementation in the general education classrooms.

• Lead students and staff in best practice, engaging literacy and math curriculum and pedagogy.

• Partner with teachers to support differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students with diverse learning styles.

Non-classroom Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with staff to ensure literacy and math curriculum follows learning standards and best practices in literacy and math education.

• Support the organization and execution of data collection for reading and math benchmark screening assessments across grade levels in Senior Kindergarten through 2nd grade.

• Collaborate with teachers, families, and private providers to ensure a seamless home-school connection with regard to student progress.

• Use multiple sources of data to inform short-and long-term decisions.

Community:

• Provide parent community with opportunities to learn about our student services program and model.

• Offer consulting to parents, faculty, and staff related to literacy and math support.

• Support and promote pluralistic Jewish education and religious practice.

• Fulfill co-curricular responsibilities, including lunch, recess, and other community duties.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred in the field of special education, literacy/math, or related field.

• Degree, endorsement, and/or coursework in reading or math instruction, and/or special education; graduate-level work preferred.

Experience: 

• Minimum 2 years classroom teaching experience required

• Elementary grades literacy and math instruction required

• Training and experience with multi-sensory, structured literacy programs required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Understanding of child development and best practices in education

• Willingness to keep current through appropriate professional development

• Proven ability to work as a member of a team

• Knowledge and experience with current evidence-based intervention programs in reading and math

• Commitment to implementing a multimodality approach to instruction

Salary: $195 per day

Benefits: The position is not a benefit eligible position. 

How To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to: lelmofty@bernardzell.org.