Sunday Religious School Teacher

Religious School Teacher (Grades 1–2)
Congregation B’nai Jacob Religious School

Location: Congregation B’nai Jacob, 75 Rimmon Road, Woodbridge, CT 06525
Schedule: Sundays 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Congregation B’nai Jacob is seeking a warm, engaging, and organized teacher for a Grades 1–2 classroom. This role focuses on introducing young students to Jewish learning through stories, holidays, values, and early exposure to Hebrew in a way that is interactive and developmentally appropriate.

Class size is approximately 8–12 students.

Responsibilities:

• Teach foundational Jewish concepts through biblical stories (e.g., Creation, Noah, Exodus) and holidays

• Introduce basic Hebrew letters and sounds 

• Teach introductory prayers and build familiarity with Jewish rituals and traditions

• Use interactive teaching methods (games, music, movement, storytelling, and hands-on activities)

• Create a supportive classroom environment with clear routines

• Communicate with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities

• Work collaboratively with madrichim (teen aides) and staff

Qualifications:

• Basic Hebrew knowledge (familiarity with letters and sounds required)

• Experience working with children (teaching, camp, preschool, youth group, or madrich/a experience)

• Strong communication skills 

• Ability to engage early elementary students with energy, patience, and creativity

• Familiarity with Jewish traditions, holidays, and values

• We welcome candidates with a range of experiences working with children, including teaching, camp, youth programs, or madrich/a roles

Commitment:

• Sundays: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

• September 16, 2026 – May 16, 2027 (with scheduled breaks)

Compensation:
$50–$60 per hour, based on experience

How to Apply:
Please submit a resume and brief statement of interest to [email protected]

If you enjoy working with young children and want to help foster a love of Jewish learning, we’d love to hear from you.