Judaics Teacher

Qualifications

• A dynamic Jewish educator, grounded in educational best practices
• Grounded in educational best practices with the ability to create an engaging learning environment that raises the bar for soulful and intellectually rigorous MO Jewish education
• Excellent communicator both verbally and in writing
• Self-reflective, entrepreneurial, and deeply committed to professional growth
• Deeply committed to Israel and Israel education as a foundation of Jewish identity and living engaged Modern Orthodox life

Responsibilities

• Teach Judaic courses full time
• Participate in school wide events and experiences such as student orientation, Shabbatonim, Purim/Chodesh Adar, Yom Hashoah, Yom Hazikaron, Yom Haatzmaut, Lag Baomer, Yom Yerushalayim, Shabbat dinners and onegs
• Mentor student-leaders and support their personal, intellectual and spiritual development
• Collaborate with Judaic Studies faculty to develop standards and curricula for the department
• Provide skillful classroom management practices (routines and procedures) to ensure an orderly, positive and productive learning environment
• Design and implement appropriate instruction to facilitate learning and growth
• Use formative and summative assessments to analyze students strengths and needs and document student progress
• Work collaboratively in situations that may be time sensitive with a variety of individuals including students, parents, faculty and staff
• Uphold the philosophy, principles, policies, and procedures and represents Akiba Yavneh Academy positively in the school and wider community