Hebrew Teacher

Location: Hebrew Language Academy 2 (HLA2) 2286 Cropsey Ave Brooklyn NY 11214

Start Date: Summer 2024

CMO Website: www.hebrewpublic.org

Contact: jobs@hebrewpublic.org 

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Hebrew Public Charter Schools for Global Citizens

Our mission is to lead a national movement of exceptional, diverse public charter schools that teach Modern Hebrew to children of all backgrounds and prepare them to be successful global citizens. Our schools are models of racial and economic integration, academic excellence, and world language learning. Hebrew Public manages schools in New York City and Philadelphia, and also supports an affiliate network of schools in California, Washington DC, New Jersey, and Minnesota. 

Our focus on global citizenship is embodied by three core elements: 

• The building of relationships across difference, embodied by our focus on racial, cultural, and economic diversity
• The study of Modern Hebrew and of Israel as a window into other languages, cultures and experiences
• Our unique set of global citizenship values that infuse all that we do, described through the acronym OLAM (the Hebrew word for “world”). These values include Outstanding Problem Solving, Lifelong Learning, Aware Communication and Making a Difference.

Our schools help students grow to become empathetic, ethical, intellectually curious young adults committed to solving the world’s problems. Other key program elements in Hebrew Public’s New York City schools include the Responsive Classroom model, Expeditionary Learning, Close Reading, Wilson Reading System, Eureka, Number Stories, Fundations and Geodes.

About the Position:

Join an exciting community of educators and social change-makers who are passionate about global education and are committed to improved student learning and outcomes. We select individuals who share our vision and are willing to put in the hard work to achieve it. We are seeking a driven Hebrew Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year that operates with a high sense of urgency and possesses a strong work ethic. Candidates for this position do NOT need to speak Hebrew.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manages an organized and professional classroom that is conducive to learning and the development of the whole child
• Maintains complete and accurate records of each student’s academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Plans, documents, and carries out daily lessons.
• Teaches curriculum based on state and national standards.
• Recognizes the needs of individual students and the entire group and offers support and flexibility as needed.
• Establishes consistent and logical limits, expectations, and classroom routines for students.
• Maintains the physical environment of the classroom in a clean and organized fashion.
• Handles stressful situations with patience, understanding, and flexibility.
• Fosters a cooperative and respectful partnership with families:
• Maintains close relationships with parents, communicating on a regular basis.
• Facilitates parent-teacher conferences, providing written materials as required.
• Participates in a parent evening at the beginning of the school year.
• Works as part of a cooperative and diverse team of educators and administrators to carry out the goals of the School:
• Attends, participates in, and contributes to in-service activities and staff meetings.
• Participates in the development of curriculum, and assesses its effectiveness in the classroom.
• Consults the Hebrew Director or Head of School in a timely manner to address the needs of struggling students.
• Collaborates with colleagues to share experience and knowledge.
• Continues intellectual and professional development:
• Observes the classrooms of colleagues as possible.
• Welcomes observation by and feedback from colleagues and other professionals in education and related fields.
• Seeks out and attends workshops, seminars, and courses relating to child development, education, and language acquisition.
• Follows policies and standards established by the Public Charter School, and the State’s Department of Education.
• Carries out other duties as assigned.
• A person who believes in the critical importance of diversity in the life of a school

Minimum Requirements:

• Good communication skills in English and a native or near-native level of fluency in Hebrew.
• Knowledge of language acquisition and Proficiency-based language instruction.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required; Masters degree preferred
• Elementary and/or Middle School teaching experience preferred
• Hold certification or working towards certification preferred but not required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Salary and benefits will be highly competitive, equitable, and commensurate with experience. Base salary is $62,000 or above based on experience and qualifications.

Potential benefits* include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Employer-Paid Vision
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement Savings and Employer Matching Programs
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Global Travel Experiences

*Benefits packages vary depending on the role.

Hebrew Public is committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. Candidates of color and those from backgrounds that are underrepresented in school leadership roles are particularly encouraged to apply.