- Teaching Hebrew based on the Proficiency Approach, in which students learn through engagement with Israeli stories, authentic Hebrew texts and materials, songs, games, and celebrations
- Teaching Chumash, Israel and Jewish holidays through hands on, engaging learning activities that provide opportunities for students to explore and construct meaning
- Guiding instruction through whole group, small group and individual instruction
- Differentiating instruction and materials to meet the diverse needs of learners in the classroom
- Helping students to develop social and emotional competencies
- Keeping accurate documentation of student progress
- Developing a warm, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
- Working collaboratively with grade-level team members on programs and supporting students
- Building partnerships with parents to support student progress Candidates will possess the following qualifications and dispositions towards education:
- MA degree in education
- Three or more years experience working as a lead teacher in an elementary setting
- Teaching Hebrew using the proficiency approach and ACTFL guidelines
- Competency in text skills, prayer, and an openness to diverse Jewish thought and practice
- A "whole child" approach to teaching and learning that focuses on growth in academic, social and emotional domains
- Collaborates and works successfully as an integral part of a team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- An ability to incorporate technology as a tool to promote learning
- Diversity/Anti-bias training and an openness to a diversity of Jewish thought and practice
Second Grade Hebrew/Judaic Studies Teacher - Brooklyn, United States - Hannah Senesh Community Day School
Description
Hannah Senesh Community Day School, an open and inclusive, independent K-8 Jewish school in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, is hiring a second grade Hebrew/Judaic Studies teacher for the school year. Rich mission-aligned content, creative pedagogy, and authentic relationships are essential components of a Senesh classroom. Senesh teachers strive to achieve purposeful learning, active engagement, and meaningful connections with students, families, and colleagues. Applicants should be creative, thoughtful, and reflective Jewish educators who value working in a progressive school setting.
Senesh is an open and inclusive Jewish Day School committed to the rich mosaic of Jewish life. Our community reflects the great diversity of the modern Jewish people who find a warm and welcoming Jewish home at Senesh. Our core Jewish values guide our work in building a school where every Jewish child is included and has a strong sense of belonging, where every voice and every story matters. Applicants should be creative, thoughtful, and reflective educators who value working in a progressive school setting.
The salary for this position is $68-$78,000 commensurate with experience. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Phyllis Sussman, Judaic Studies Department Chair, Hannah Senesh Community Day School, . To learn more about the school visit the website at .
Responsibilities include: