First Grade Teacher
Overview
Serenity Islamic School seeks a nurturing 1st Grade Teacher to lead a classroom rooted in Islamic values. The ideal candidate will build literacy math and social-emotional foundations while integrating faith and character education. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape young minds within a supportive faith-based community.
What You'll Do11
- 1Lead and manage a 1st Grade classroom as the sole teacher modeling Islamic manners and character
- 2Establish consistent routines and create an organized focused learning environment
- 3Create a safe nurturing atmosphere that respects and loves each child
- 4Implement Fundations curriculum to develop phonemic awareness and early literacy skills
- 5Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons in math reading writing science and social studies
- 6Follow pacing guides aligned with the local public school district for 2nd grade preparation
- 7Integrate age-appropriate Islamic values into daily academic content
- 8Use positive behavior guidance rooted in patience kindness and Islamic principles
- 9Assess and document child development sharing progress with families regularly
- 10Maintain a clean organized inviting classroom with prepared learning centers
- 11Organize set up and put away materials before and after class
Requirements15
- 1Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education Early Childhood Education or related field
- 2Minimum 2 years of classroom experience teaching 1st Grade or early elementary grades
- 3Strong knowledge of early literacy instruction phonics and developmentally appropriate practice
- 4Ability to plan document and execute weekly lesson plans aligned with district pacing guides
- 5Excellent classroom management skills with a calm structured presence
- 6Patience warmth and genuine love for working with young children
- 7Comfort with and respect for an Islamic learning environment
- 8Ability to pass a background check and fingerprinting per NJ requirements
- 9Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs sit on the floor and remain active with young children
- 10Current CPR and First Aid certification
- 11Nice to have NJ Elementary K–6 teacher certification
- 12Experience with Fundations or other Wilson Language programs
- 13Familiarity with Brightwheel or similar parent communication platforms
- 14Knowledge of New Jersey Student Learning Standards
- 15Basic Arabic or Quran knowledge
Salary Insight
$52 - $62k per year
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