Self-Contained 1st Grade Teacher

The Shlenker School
Houston, TX

The Shlenker School is seeking a warm, experienced Self-Contained 1st Grade Teacher who loves children and is passionate about early learning. This role is ideal for an educator who enjoys building strong relationships, creating joyful classrooms, and helping young students develop confidence in reading, math, and learning overall.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of elementary teaching experience
  • Strong background in phonics-based reading instruction and elementary math
  • Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field and current Teaching Certificate
  • Nurturing teaching style and strong classroom management skills
  • Experience with small-group and differentiated instruction
  • Collaborative, positive, and family-centered approach

Responsibilities

  • Lead a self-contained 1st grade classroom
  • Deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction in reading, writing, and math
  • Use assessment data to support individual student growth
  • Create a warm, structured classroom environment
  • Partner closely with families and collaborate with colleagues

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
  • Retirement plan options
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Tuition remission for eligible children

About The Shlenker School:

The Shlenker School is an independent Jewish day school serving students from Early Childhood through Fifth Grade. We are committed to educating the whole child in a warm, inclusive, and values-driven community.

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