Employment

 Jerusalem American International School – JAIS

School Year 2023-4

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, diverse community. 

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

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 a MSA accredited, fully independent, co-educational Pre-K – 8 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 a new yard as well as having access to communal facilities such as the swimming pool and gym. 

JAIS is a small  warm school where every student is included, valued and set up to thrive

Job Capacity: 60%

Start Date: August 10th 2023

• Fluency in English 

• A teacher license/ certification applicable to teach PE
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a teacher.
• Experience and success  in planning, teaching, assessing all aspects of the sport curriculum preferably, according to the American standards-based curriculum.
• Experience and success teaching PE with all the necessary communications with students, parents and coworkers
• Excellent practice in differentiation and inclusion within the mainstream classroom for students with individual needs and English Language Learners
• Innovative and engaging educator

• 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
• Commitment to the mission of the Jerusalem American International School 
• Ability to manage a classroom of diverse learners enabling participation and growth, regardless of a student’s ability in, or passion for sports.
• 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
• Ability and flexibility to teach over a wide age range, in different-sized classes and groupings
• Ability to teach sports skills whilst nurturing a sense of camaraderie, fair play, and team spirit in students.
• Ability to coordinate PE events such as sports day.

● Implement the school’s mission statement. 

● Effectively celebrate diversity and model attributes of the JAIS Profile of a Learner. 

● 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.

 Jerusalem American International School – JAIS

School Year 2023-4

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, diverse community. 

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

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 a MSA accredited, fully independent, co-educational Pre-K – 8 international school offering an American program in an International setting. 

JAIS is situated in a residential area of Jerusalem in the Goldstien Youth Village. 

JAIS is a small  warm school where every student is included, valued and set up to thrive

Job Capacity: 100% 

Start Date: August 7th  2003 ( negotiable)

• Fluency in English: speaking, reading and writing
• Fluency in Hebrew: speaking, reading and writing 

• Excellent communication skills in English and Hebrew with students, parents, coworkers and outside agencies, in all media.
• Team player
• Punctual
• Discretion and sensitivity with confidential information.
• High professional standards in his/ her work ethic and interactions.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Excellent organization, coordination and time management skills.
• Commitment to the mission of the Jerusalem American International School 
• Flexible mindset, in  tune to the daily needs of a school community
• Welcoming, engaging and hospitable manner to greet our community and guests.

● Implement the school’s mission statement. 

● Effectively celebrate diversity and model attributes of the JAIS Profile of a Learner. 

● embrace technology integration as appropriate to tasks.

● Promote a positive relationship with others.

● Support school-wide projects such as staff development, and community efforts and events. 

● Add to the positive atmosphere of the community.

 Jerusalem American International School – JAIS

School Year 2023-4

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, diverse community. 

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

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 a MSA accredited, fully independent, co-educational Pre-K – 8 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 a new yard as well as having access to communal facilities such as the swimming pool and gym. 

JAIS is a small  warm school where every student is included, valued and set up to thrive

Job Capacity: 60%

Start Date: August 10th 2023

• Fluency in English 

• A teacher license/ certification applicable to teach PE
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a teacher.
• Experience and success  in planning, teaching, assessing all aspects of the sport curriculum preferably, according to the American standards-based curriculum.
• Experience and success teaching PE with all the necessary communications with students, parents and coworkers
• Excellent practice in differentiation and inclusion within the mainstream classroom for students with individual needs and English Language Learners
• Innovative and engaging educator

• 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
• Commitment to the mission of the Jerusalem American International School 
• Ability to manage a classroom of diverse learners enabling participation and growth, regardless of a student’s ability in, or passion for sports.
• 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
• Ability and flexibility to teach over a wide age range, in different-sized classes and groupings
• Ability to teach sports skills whilst nurturing a sense of camaraderie, fair play, and team spirit in students.
• Ability to coordinate PE events such as sports day.

● Implement the school’s mission statement. 

● Effectively celebrate diversity and model attributes of the JAIS Profile of a Learner. 

● 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.

 Jerusalem American International School – JAIS

School Year 2023-4

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, diverse community. 

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

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 a MSA accredited, fully independent, co-educational Pre-K – 8 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 a new yard as well as having access to communal facilities such as the swimming pool and gym. 

JAIS is a small  warm school where every student is included, valued and set up to thrive

Job Capacity: 20% (Wednesdays only)

Start Date: August 10th 2023

• Fluency in English 

• A teacher license/ certification applicable to teach Hebrew
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a teacher.
• Experience and success  in planning, teaching, assessing all aspects of the  curriculum.
• Experience and success teaching Hebrew with all the necessary communications with students, parents and coworkers
• Excellent practice in differentiation and inclusion within the mainstream classroom for students with individual needs
• Innovative and engaging educator – who can create excitement and interest for students to  use Hebrew as a communication tool.

• 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
• Commitment to the mission of the Jerusalem American International School 
• Ability to manage a classroom of diverse learners enabling participation and growth, regardless of a student’s ability/ exposure to Hebrew.
• 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
• Ability and flexibility to teach over a wide age range, in different-sized classes and groupings

● Implement the school’s mission statement. 

● Effectively celebrate diversity and model attributes of the JAIS Profile of a Learner. 

● 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.

Jerusalem American International School – JAIS

August 10th 2023 – July 31st 2024 

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, diverse community. 

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

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 a MSA accredited, fully independent, co-educational Pre-K – 8 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 a new yard 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 included, valued and set up to thrive.

Job Capacity: 100%

Start Date: August 10th 2023 or as soon after

• Fluency in English 

• A teacher license/ certification applicable to Special Education
• Able to work on all aspects of an IEP 
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Elementary teacher for a similar age group.
• Experience and success  in planning, teaching, assessing students and moving them along their trajectory.
• Experience and success  in being an Inclusion teacher with all the necessary communications with students, parents and coworkers
• Able to cascade practice in differentiation and inclusion within the mainstream classroom and in smaller groupings.
• Understanding of the dynamics and interplay between additional learning needs and English as an Additional language needs, in the International school setting.  
• Innovative and engaging educator
• 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
• Commitment to the mission of the Jerusalem American International School 
• Ability to teach phonics, reading, writing, “reading recovery”, math and social skills to Elementary learners,  at all levels. 
• Ability to manage groups of diverse learners 
• 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
• Added advantage: being able to coordinate aspects of the Inclusion Department

● Implement the school’s mission statement. 

● Effectively celebrate diversity and model attributes of the JAIS Profile of a Learner. 

● 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.

General expectations:

● Implement the school’s mission statement.

● Effectively celebrate diversity and model attributes of the JAIS Profile of a Learner.

● 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.

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.

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.