Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School Is Hiring A Teaching Assistant

Join Our Team as a Teaching Assistant for the 2025-2026 School Year! 📚✨

Milton Gottesman Jewish Day Schools is looking for innovative, energetic, and dedicated individuals to support our vibrant learning community. If you are passionate about education and fostering a love for Jewish culture and values, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

About Milton Gottesman Jewish Day Schools 🏫

Located in Northwest Washington, DC, Milton is an independent, pluralistic, coeducational Jewish community day school serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade 8. We offer a student-centered experience that inspires reasoning, questioning, and analysis, encouraging independent thinking and creative expression infused with Jewish values, Hebrew language, and culture. Our students are global citizens who embrace the present while developing skills for the future.

Position Overview 📝

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll help implement in-person curricula led by Milton teachers, supporting student learning and classroom activities to create an engaging educational environment.

Key Responsibilities 🎯

• Implement classroom norms: Follow established guidelines set by the lead teacher.
• Assist with activities: Support small group work and activities designed by the lead teacher.
• Prepare materials: Aid in preparing classroom resources and materials.
• Facilitate projects: Lead small group project work to enhance student engagement.
• Supervise students: Oversee recess, lunch, and extracurricular activities both in and out of the classroom.
• Support understanding: Work with small groups to clarify concepts and deepen understanding.

Professional Development & School Engagement 🚀

Teaching Assistants will be actively involved in school life, participate in professional learning opportunities, receive feedback, and take part in our faculty programs to foster growth and collaboration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 🌟

• Ability to multitask and remain flexible in a dynamic classroom environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Enjoyment working within a cooperative, team-oriented setting
• Attention to detail and capacity to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Genuine joy in working with young people
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive community
• Willingness to seek feedback and develop a growth mindset
• Adherence to high standards of professional conduct

Qualifications & Requirements 🎓

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Prior experience working with K-8 students in an educational setting (highly desirable)
• Confidence and experience with various technologies preferred