Limudim Teacher

LIMUDIM (IKAR)

Position: Limudim Teacher

Job Type: Part-Time (non-exempt)

Reports to: Senior Director of Education

IKAR is a Jewish community rooted in ancient wisdom and inspired by the moral mandate to build a more just and loving world. We are dedicated to reimagining Jewish life through deep relationships and shared values, intellectual and spiritual curiosity, piety and irreverence, joy and defiant hope. 

Position Overview: 

IKAR is hiring energetic and passionate teachers for our Pre-K - 7th grade supplementary school, Limudim (“studies”), which meets on Saturday mornings (9:00-12:30) and Tuesday afternoons (3:30-6:30) at Shalhevet High School, and for online Hebrew.  Please let us know if you are available for all or some of these sessions.

Responsibilities and Tasks Include: 

• Teach Judaics/elective courses on Saturdays and/or Tuesdays in person and/or Hebrew classes online.
• Collaborate with the Senior Director of Education to write and implement engaging lesson plans.
• Attend faculty meetings, professional development workshops, and one-on-one coaching sessions with the Senior Director of Education. 
• Create a child-centered and warm learning environment where children feel seen and valued.

Qualities & Skills Required: 

• Loves children and Judaism
• Models continuous learning
• Exhibits growth-mindset; open to feedback
• Creative and enthusiastic
• Flexible; has a willingness to experiment
• Professional
• Inclusive and embracing of all types of children and families
• Ability to build strong relationships with and clearly and effectively communicate to parents, lay and professional leaders.

Salary & Benefits: The hourly pay range for this position is $30 to $70, commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, part-time teachers are eligible for paid leave in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policies.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity: IKAR prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. IKAR invites applications from different denominations, religious and cultural backgrounds. We encourage candidates of color, candidates who are Jews by choice, candidates in the LGBTQ community and across the rich gender spectrum.

Application Instructions 

Please send your resume and cover letter to lim[email protected]. In your cover letter, please: 1. Tell us your story; 2. Describe the skills and experience you would bring to this position.