Judaic Teacher

About the role

The NYHS Judaic Studies Teacher is responsible for delivering rigorous, engaging, and values-driven instruction in Judaic Studies to high school students. This role supports students' intellectual, spiritual, and ethical development by fostering deep textual skills, critical thinking, and a meaningful connection to Jewish tradition, culture, and community.

Core Responsibilities

• Teach Judaic Studies courses, which may include Tanakh, Talmud, Halacha, Jewish History, Jewish Thought, Hebrew Language, and/or Jewish Ethics, based on school needs and candidate expertise.
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with the school’s Judaic Studies curriculum and educational philosophy.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning styles, academic levels, and student backgrounds.
• Integrate traditional texts with contemporary perspectives to make learning relevant and meaningful.
• Utilize a range of instructional strategies, including chavruta learning, discussion-based instruction, project-based learning, and formative assessment.

Student Development & Engagement

• Foster a classroom culture of respect, curiosity, and active participation.
• Serve as a mentor and role model, reinforcing Jewish values (middot) and positive character development.
• Provide timely feedback and maintain accurate academic records.

Community & School Life

• Participate in school-wide programming, including tefillah, assemblies, Shabbat and holiday programming, and experiential learning activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Judaic and General Studies departments.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, and administrators.
• Attend faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and school events as required.

Qualifications

• Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in Judaic Studies, Jewish Education, Hebrew, or a related field.
• Strong content knowledge in Judaic Studies and classical Jewish texts.
• High level of Hebrew literacy (commensurate with teaching assignment).
• Demonstrated commitment to Jewish education and communal life.
• Ability to work effectively in a pluralistic Jewish environment.

• PREFERRED:
• Master’s degree in Jewish Education, Judaic Studies, or a related discipline.
• High school teaching experience.
• Teaching certification or eligibility for certification.
• Experience with differentiated instruction and student-centered pedagogy.
• Familiarity with educational technology and learning management systems.

Personal Attributes

• Passion for teaching and inspiring adolescents.
• Strong classroom management and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative, reflective, and growth-oriented mindset.
• Professionalism, reliability, and strong organizational skills.
• Alignment with the mission and values of a Jewish day school environment.

Benefits

• Full-time employees and part-time employees working 0.5 FTE or greater are eligible for school-paid medical and vision insurance, with the option to enroll in employee-paid dental coverage and a flexible spending account.
• Employees may also elect to add dependent coverage at their own expense.
• Employees who qualify also participate in the school's 403b retirement plan.

Schedule

Part time position.

Pay

$10,000 to $75,000 (Based on experience and FTE)