7th/8th Grade Jewish Studies Teacher

The David Ari and Michael Eric Zukin Religious School at Kesher Israel is seeking a passionate, knowledgeable, and engaging educator to join our Religious School team as a teacher in our 7th/8th Grade Gesher class on Sunday mornings. This teacher will focus on helping students continue developing a strong Jewish identity through the study and practice of Jewish values, meaningful community service activities, and active participation in Jewish prayer and spiritual life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement dynamic and age-appropriate lesson plans focused on:
• Jewish values (e.g., tzedakah, tikkun olam, derech eretz)
• Ethical decision-making and Jewish perspectives on social justice
• Community service projects that connect classroom learning to real-world action
• Prayer literacy and participation, fostering spiritual engagement and personal connection to Jewish tradition
• Facilitate regular class discussions, text study, and experiential learning opportunities
• Plan and supervise hands-on service-learning activities and student-led community service projects
• Collaborate with clergy, educators, and parents to integrate prayer, Jewish values, and service into the broader life of the school and congregation
• Support students’ preparation for their B'nai Mitzvah journeys, helping them connect personal meaning to communal responsibility
• Create a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment where all students feel seen and valued
• Support, help organize, attend, and lead occasional educational field trips
• Attend staff meetings, professional development sessions, and school events as needed

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of Jewish texts, values, and prayer practices
• Experience working with middle school students in a formal or informal Jewish educational setting
• Excellent communication, classroom management, and organizational skills
• A passion for teaching and inspiring Jewish identity in adolescents
• Ability to integrate technology, music, and creativity into lessons is a plus

Preferred Qualities:

• Enthusiastic, flexible, and student-centered educator
• Committed to building positive relationships with students and families
• Comfortable collaborating with clergy, educators, and lay leaders
• Knowledge of Hebrew is a plus, but not required

To Apply:

Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]