Religious School Teacher

Chicago Sinai Congregation | Chicago, IL
Sundays, 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Chicago Sinai Congregation, a vibrant Reform synagogue in the heart of downtown Chicago, is seeking enthusiastic, creative, and caring educators to join our Religious School faculty for the 2026–2027 school year.

At Chicago Sinai, we believe Jewish education should be joyful, relationship-centered, and rooted in critical thinking. We strive to nurture a lifelong love of Judaism by creating engaging learning experiences that inspire curiosity, community, and Jewish identity. 

We are located close to the red and brown lines and are close to a number of bus lines, as well. 

Current Openings

• 1st Grade Teacher

• 2nd Grade Teacher

• 3rd Grade Teacher

• 4th Grade Teacher

• Hebrew Specialist

Responsibilities

• Foster a warm, welcoming, and inclusive classroom community.

• Teach engaging lessons using our curriculum while bringing your own creativity and personality to the classroom.

• Build meaningful relationships with students and families.

• Participate in occasional faculty meetings and professional development throughout the year.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in educational, camp, youth group, or other informal settings is preferred

• Knowledge of Jewish traditions, holidays, and values

• Enthusiasm, reliability, and flexibility

We welcome experienced educators, college and graduate students, and anyone with a passion for Jewish education who are excited to make a difference

Why Teach at Chicago Sinai?

• Supportive clergy and educational leadership

• Curriculum, mentoring, and teaching resources provided

• Collaborative and welcoming faculty community

• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on the next generation of Jewish learners

• Competetive pay

If you're passionate about Jewish education and excited to inspire young people, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your résumé to [email protected]