Hebrew Language Teacher

Description

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Hebrew Language Teacher for the HaLev Early Childhood at the J program at the Minnesota JCC's Sabes Center in St. Louis Park. This is a unique opportunity to take the lead in shaping a new, innovative program that provides young learners with an engaging, immersive Hebrew language experience in a warm and supportive classroom environment.

As the classroom teacher, you will guide 3- to 5-year-olds in developing Hebrew language skills through an immersive, play-based approach that integrates Jewish traditions, Israeli culture, and a love of learning. The intention is that this is a Hebrew immersion classroom, where children engage with the Hebrew language naturally throughout the day.

This role is ideal for an educator who is passionate about early childhood learning and eager to shape a new Hebrew language program through an engaging, immersive teaching approach.

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about this type of work. If you don't meet all of our qualifications, but think you'd be a great fit for this role, we encourage you to apply!

Essential Functions

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee in this position. Activities, duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Serve as the classroom teacher for the Hebrew Language Program, leading a Hebrew-rich curriculum that fosters language acquisition through play, song, storytelling, and daily routines
• Teach Hebrew language, Jewish holidays and traditions, and Israeli culture in an engaging way
• Create and actively promote a comfortable and welcoming environment where parents, families, staff, and visitors are treated with dignity and respect in a friendly, personalized manner
• Assess student progress, complete evaluations, and lead parent-teacher conferences
• Build strong relationships with families through daily communication and collaboration
• Provide high-quality care that reflects the mission and values of our organization
• Inspire children to reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally

You'll Also Get

• Health and Dental Insurances offered to full-time employees
• Optional Health Savings Account with employer contribution of up to $1,000/year
• Optional Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care)
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Long Term Disability
• 403(b) company match and employer contribution
• Free family membership, access to indoor and outdoor pools, discount on personal training, discount on childcare at our Early Childhood Center
• Paid Time Off
• Up to 10 Flexible Holidays per year plus Paid Holidays

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• College degree or minimum number of credits in Early Childhood Education or an ECE related field, or a CDA, in addition to 2 years of experience working with young children in a supervised setting
• Have an understanding of The Creative Curriculum and knowledge of how to implement this curriculum into the infant classroom
• Knowledge of Jewish culture and traditions, or willingness to learn
• Commitment to equity, diversity, environmental stewardship, and social justice
• Native-level Hebrew proficiency
• Intermediate or higher English proficiency

Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Positive attitude and dedication to providing exceptional customer service
• Commitment to the highest professional and ethical standards
• Experience developing and implementing age-appropriate curriculum
• Experience completing evaluations and conducting parent-teacher conferences
• Follow and meet MN Rule 3 requirements
• Experience creating a Hebrew-rich environment for young learners

Abuse Risk Management

• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with participants
• Attend required abuse risk management training
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high risk activities and supervising participants
• Report inappropriate behaviors and policy violations
• Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Infant teachers are regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and sit on the floor with children
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds
• Frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions

Work Environment

The employee will typically work M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm and will be required to work occasional evening/and or weekend work.

Salary : $58,656 - $62,000