Elementary School Teacher - C. & E. Merdinian Armenian Evangelical School

It's never too early to start looking for the right teachers to join our school, so with that in mind,

C. & E. Merdinian Armenian Evangelical School is looking to hire several elementary school teachers for the 2025/2026 academic year, teaching anywhere between 1st and 5th grade.

The role will begin ~ August 2025.

General Summary:

This position is responsible for instructing elementary school students in the core subjects of English, Math, Science, and Social Studies.

Essential Functions:

• Plan, prepare, and implement lessons and materials for classes and activities.

• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.

• Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities.

• Maintain communication with students and parents on their progress in the class.

• Attend faculty meetings and serve on committees as requested.

• Monitor student learning closely to understand how students are progressing toward the learning objectives. Then, provide students with instructive and timely feedback that will move their learning forward.

• Establish a safe and supportive classroom environment, encourage risk-taking, let students feel free to contribute their ideas, and ensure that teacher and student interactions are respectful and polite to promote a positive learning environment for all students.

• Provide clear student behavior expectations and monitor student behavior throughout the class and school campus.

• Follow established policies and procedures for reporting incidents (e.g., child abuse, etc).

Required/Desired Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills.

• Ability to compose and comprehend written communication.

• Strong commitment to being a part of a collaborative team with colleagues and administration.

• Ability to work effectively and sensitively with all constituencies involved in a school: students, parents, and faculty.

• Ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff members, and community representatives in providing a rigorous educational program.

• Familiar with technology and basic computer programs.

• Understanding of the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional developmental growth patterns of students.

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree and Teaching Credentials are strongly preferred.

Please apply via LinkedIn AND send a resume directly to our interim school principal, Mrs. Shogher Shanoian, at sshanoian@merdinianschool.org.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Salary will be based on experience.

C. & E. Merdinian Armenian Evangelical School is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.