Middle School Limudei Kodesh Teacher
Posted: 27-Jul-26 • Location: New York, New York • Type: Full Time
About the role
Abraham Joshua Heschel School is seeking a full-time Middle School Limudei Kodesh teacher for grades 6-8 beginning in August 2026. This position includes teaching Chumash, Nevi'im Rishonim, and Torah She'be'al Peh, as well as Tefillah responsibilities (daily Tefillah and Tefillah education).
The Limudei Kodesh curriculum is text-based and values-oriented. We balance formal and creative approaches and integrate the teaching of text skills with themes of individual, Jewish communal, and universal identity; Jewish beliefs and practices; Jewish history; and human nature.
Abraham Joshua Heschel School, located in New York City, is an independent, pluralistic Jewish Day School (N-12), unaffiliated with any single movement or synagogue. Our families represent a wide range of backgrounds, practices, and beliefs. The school’s approach to education is governed by a profound respect for children and a deep commitment to academic excellence.
Responsibilities
- Teach Chumash, Nevi'im Rishonim, and Torah She'be'al Peh to middle school students (grades 6-8)
- Lead daily Tefillah and provide Tefillah education
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum and plan special events
- Provide individual attention to students with diverse learning profiles
- Foster connections between a diverse student body and sacred texts
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (required)
- At least two years of experience teaching Limudei Kodesh (required)
- Professional training and graduate education in teaching (preferred)
- Experience teaching students of all levels and abilities
- Passion for Limudei Kodesh and Jewish education
- Commitment to teamwork and curriculum development
Benefits
The full-time equivalent salary range is $60,000 - $95,000, depending on years of experience.