Religious School Teacher

Position Summary – We’re looking for teachers for Sunday mornings for our TK-6th grade program, Wednesday afternoon Hebrew School, as well occasional youth group and religious holiday programming for the 2026-2027 school year.

We are looking for:

Sundays Elementary Judaica 9:15am-12pm and/or
Wednesdays Elementary Hebrew 4:15pm-5:30pm
Once a month paid staff meetings and paid orientation before the school year begins

Key Responsibilities:

Build strong, meaningful relationships with students
Create fun and engaging lessons based on a given curriculum
Deliver creative, experiential Jewish education
Maintain attendance and classroom management
Supervise students during breaks and specialist (art & movement) sessions
Work with teaching assistants to support students needs
Communicate clearly with supervisor, clergy, teachers and teacher assistants
Follow administrative protocols
Provide regular communication and check-ins with your supervisor the Director of Education and Engagement

Skills for Success:

Required:

Knowledge and understanding of Jewish values, practice and tradition
Strong classroom presence and ability to engage students
Bring creativity, flexibility and strong organizational skills
Maintain attendance and classroom management
Basic tech and computer skills (email, text, Microsoft, smart boards, etc)

Preferred (but not required):

Hebrew reading skills and basic Reform Jewish prayer knowledge
Prior lesson planning experience