Part-Time Religious School Faculty Positions
Who We Are
Temple Ner Tamid is a welcoming, diverse, and deeply musical Reform congregation of over 650 households. Supported by a full-time staff of 12, we offer engaging Jewish learning, vibrant worship, meaningful lifecycle experiences, and a strong sense of community.
Our Religious School serves more than 450 students in grades K–12 and operates from September through May, with:
- K–6 classes on Sunday mornings in 2 sessions
- Hebrew for grades 3–6 on Monday or Wednesday afternoons
- Dinner and learning for grades 7–12 on Wednesday evenings
We are proud of our approximately 60 teen madrichim, active parent learners, joyful grade-level Shabbat dinners, multiple teen trips each year, and a community eager for more music, prayer, and connection.
Our Shoresh Preschool is a lively, play-based environment where music is central to Jewish identity, celebration, and early learning. Enrollment varies by year but typically have 65 to 85 children aged 18 months to four years. Hours are from 9am to 3pm with available precare and after care offerings.
Openings are available for our Sunday morning Elementary School Age Program, Monday and Wednesday afternoon 4pm-6pm 3rd-6th grade Hebrew, and Wednesday evening 9th Grade.
Sundays: 2 sessions 8:45am-1:15pm
Monday/Wednesday Hebrew 4:00pm-6:00pm
Wednesday 9th Grade 6:30pm-8:15pm
General responsibilities:
- Collaborate with school administration and other faculty members to create innovative and meaningful Jewish learning experiences, both in and out of the classroom.
- Prepare creative, interactive lessons as part of a well-structured curriculum.
- Regularly communicate with families outside of school hours.
- Assist in the planning and preparation of special programs, including family education and holiday celebrations.
- Attend professional development staff meetings for faculty after school hours on Thursdays 8pm-9pm on Zoom (for Sunday teachers) or Wednesdays 6:00-6:30pm (for Hebrew teachers).
As a member of our faculty, you will:
- Provide a sense of caring and concern that enables our students to support one another and challenge themselves to grow as individuals.
- Inspire students and their families to actively engage in Jewish life.
- Model the thoughtfulness and creativity that we seek to promote in our community.
- Receive mentoring to grow as an educator as part of a staff of reflective practitioners.
Ideal candidates have the following qualifications:
- Experience teaching students in grades K-12 in a formal or informal setting.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to teach Hebrew, Bible, Jewish history, and holidays incorporating arts, drama, movement, or media.
- Comfort teaching in a Reform Jewish congregation to a diverse student body.
- Those with summer camp or youth group backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information about specific openings, or to apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Rabbi Sharon Litwin, Director of Youth and Family Education [email protected]