Middle School Teacher

Teen engagement and education is a priority at Congregation Bet Haverim (CBH).  CBH is currently seeking a Keshet teacher to lead the educational component for our middle school students in eighth and ninth grade with learning sessions meeting approximately twice monthly from October through May.  Keshet meets on Sunday afternoons following Religious School, from 12:00-1:30 p.m. 

The job description for this position includes the following teaching and administrative responsibilities.  The pay range for this position is $25.00 to $30.oo per hour commensurate with training and previous work experience.  Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and professional references to Ardyth Sokoler, Director of Education & Youth, at [email protected].

• Work with the Director of Education to create and implement an engaging and meaningful curriculum. CBH is currently in the process of visioning and reimaging our Keshet curriculum.  In the past, learning has included sessions on Jewish current events, hot topics from a Jewish perspective, Israel, the Holocaust and antisemitism, as well as social action and justice.
• Provide lesson plans and supply requests for each Keshet session to the Director of Education no later than Wednesday for each Sunday class session.
• In partnership with the Teen Engagement Coordinator and Rabbi, staff Teen Space Time before each Keshet and Confirmation class meeting.
• Provide consistent communication with parents at least once a month; respond to all parent communications in a prompt manner.
• Communicate with the Director of Education on a consistent basis including a monthly meeting.
• Provide ongoing communication and collaboration with the Teen Engagement Coordinator and Madrichim Coordinator to ensure consistent vibrant teen experiences.
• In order to provide support and continued professional development, the Teen Engagement Coordinator will also attend the Teacher Inservice and Madrichim Leadership Training Sessions held three to four times each year on Sunday afternoons following Religious School.