Elementary Homeroom Teacher (August 2025)

JAIS

Established under the auspices of the American Embassy in 2001, the Jerusalem American International School is a branch of The Walworth Barbour American International School in Israel (WBAIS). It is an MSA-accredited, fully independent, co-educational Early Years - 9 international school offering an American program in an International setting.

JAIS is situated in a residential area of Jerusalem in the Goldstien youth village. We have renovated classrooms and outdoor learning spaces, as well as having access to communal facilities such as the swimming pool and gym.

JAIS is a small and warm school where every student is welcomed, valued, and set up to thrive. We aim to develop student agency and to build bridges across the various communities in Jerusalem.

INTRODUCTION

JAIS teachers are dedicated to student success, attentive to the physical and emotional well-being of their students, passionate about student learning, and excited by the prospect of working within a dynamic, multicultural community.

Classroom practices emphasize active, collaborative learning; team-building activities; the application of technology to authentic learning experiences; differentiated instruction and student achievement.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

In the classroom:

• Experience and success in planning, teaching, assessing students and moving them along their trajectory.
• Excellent communication skills with students, parents and coworkers.
• Ability to give feedback that directs growth for students in conversations and written feedback and reports.

• Ability to teach online in times of crisis.
• Able to be discreet with confidential and sensitive information
• Understanding of the dynamics and interplay between Learning Support needs and English as an Additional language needs, in the International school setting.
• Innovative and engaging educator
• Flexible team player with excellent communication skills in person and in all media
• High professional standards in his/ her work ethic and interactions
• Enthusiasm and passion for teaching and learning
• Ability to recognize and support the educational and emotional needs of the students
• Ability to model and teach communication and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent classroom management skills

In the school community:

• Implement the school's mission statement.
• Committed to building bridges across the various local and International communities
• Model technology integration as appropriate to enhance instruction.
• Promote a positive relationship with others, sharing ideas, materials, experiences, and expertise.
• Participate in faculty meetings, peer coaching, and other instructional improvement programs.
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional development both during the school year and during off-school months as needed.
• Support school-wide projects such as staff development and community efforts and events.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluency in English
  Licensed teacher with a degree in a relevant area.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Elementary Homeroom Teacher in a school setting, preference to candidates who have taught in International schools;
• Preference to candidates with a deep knowledge of the American-based standards and/ or AERO for American International school curriculum.

CHILD PROTECTION

JAIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

POSITION DETAILS

Reports to: Head of School

Job Capacity: Elementary Homeroom Teacher

Start Date: August 2025

CONTACT INFORMATION

Application Process:

All applicants will need to have legal ability to work in Jerusalem or American Citizenship.

JAIS reserves the option to invite selected candidates to interviews, and to hire, in advance of this schedule and should a suitable candidate be found to hire and close the search.

Contact Information:

Apply: https://wbais.bamboohr.com/careers/100

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 02-679-9611

Address: 24 Shai Agnon, Jerusalem