Hebrew/Judaic Studies Teacher

About the Position

The Hebrew/Judaic Studies Teacher at Wise School works with a team of teachers. With your colleagues, you will design and implement curriculum, differentiate learning as needed, and proactively communicate with parents. You will create and maintain a nurturing and supportive classroom environment, while implementing positive behavior support and classroom management.  A supportive administrative team will provide needed guidance and professional development.

Job Responsibilities

•   Works in the classroom to support each student’s differentiated academic needs, helping all students access the Hebrew and/or Judaic Studies curriculum.
•   Works with grade-level teams to plan programming and implement best practices for teaching and learning.
•   Collegially collaborates with team members, staff, and administration to support student learning and growth.
•   When necessary, designs and facilitates online learning using the technology tools and platforms provided.
•   Attends and actively participates in all-staff meetings and trainings.
•   Attends school functions that support the school’s mission and vision, both during and outside the normal school day.
•   As a key staff member in our religious educational institution, role-models the tenets of our faith on a daily basis to our members and the broader Temple community; participate in transmitting the expectations and values of our faith, playing a critical and essential role in the Temple’s ability to minister to the daily needs of our students and members. 
•   Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

•   College degree in Hebrew and/or Judaic Studies
•   Excellent writing and communication skills
•   Diplomatic, tactful, and possessing the ability to show grace under pressure
•   Empathetic to the needs and differing dynamics of families who attend the school
•   Strong interpersonal relationship-building skills; team-oriented
•   Strong organizational skills; self-motivated and responsible
•   Strong educational technology skills preferred, or strong willingness to learn
•   Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of Stephen Wise Temple and Wise Schools.
•   Reflective practitioner with a growth mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

•   Experience teaching Hebrew and/or Judaic Studies with an emphasis in Chaverim B’Ivrit
•   Elementary experience preferred
•   Graduate of DeLeT program
•   Has lived or studied in Israel