Religious School Teacher- 6th/7th Grade

Congregation Kol Ami, an intimate and dynamic congregation in Elkins Park, is looking to hire an energetic and creative Religious School teacher for a Sixth and Seventh Grade class for the 2022-2023 academic year. We are seeking those who are enthusiastic about working with children of various ages and have experience teaching in some capacity. We expect teachers to work collaboratively to write lesson plans that create meaningful Jewish experiences and foster positive Jewish identity.  These lesson plans will be rooted on three faculty meetings over the course of the academic year.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience either teaching or as a camp counselor or other experience working with children
• Knowledge of Hebrew reading, prayer, Jewish holidays, and the Jewish life cycle
• A positive Jewish identity and a positive attitude towards Jews of all backgrounds
• Enthusiasm towards working with a diverse population of students and their parents

Religious school hours are Sunday, 10:00am-12:00pm

                                            Wednesday, 4:30pm-6:00pm (Sixth Grade Only)

 Please send resumes to Rachael Simon at rsdirector.kolami[email protected]