Job Posting
Saint Demetrios Preparatory School
Astoria, NY 4th and 5th Grade Teacher
St. Demetrios Preparatory School, a Greek-American private parochial school located in Astoria, NY, has proudly served students and families with love, care, and devotion for decades. Our school has promoted Hellenic culture and heritage while maintaining a rigorous curriculum and upholding high standards for all our students.
We are looking for dedicated and dynamic 4th and 5th Grade teachers who will be team players and take a creative approach to teaching and bring learning to life for our elementary school students. Our community strives to create a safe space for our students where they can be innovative and creative. We seek to provide our students with a comprehensive curriculum that encourages critical and creative thinking.
Our teachers are responsible for establishing and creating a classroom where whole group and small group instruction, discussion-based activity, inquiry-based learning, and cooperative work all merge together to foster an engaging learning environment.
Responsibilities
• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality lessons and instructional activities.
• Implement New York State Curriculum.
• Create a positive educational environment for students.
• Incorporate differentiated instruction when needed.
• Implement classroom and school routines, procedures, and expectations to ensure a safe experience for all.
• Maintain grade books.
• Create projects designed to enhance learning.
• Utilize various curriculum resources.
• Provide students with academic and behavioral feedback for measurable growth.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom.
• Communicate with families.
• Collaborate with administrators, teachers, service providers, and families to ensure the success of every student.
• Participate actively and productively in all professional development, coaching, and planning.
• Apply coaching feedback into teaching.
Apply for a 4th and/or 5th Grade position by sending your resume and cover letter to: jalfieri@sdprep.org and vasilopoulos@sdprep.org