Instructor of Hebrew

College of Charleston; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a passionate Instructor of Hebrew to join their vibrant academic community. This full-time role focuses on teaching Modern Hebrew and developing interdisciplinary courses that enrich the liberal arts curriculum. The ideal candidate will possess a native or near-native command of Hebrew and a strong command of English, along with a master's degree in Hebrew or a related field. With a commitment to excellence in teaching, this position offers a dynamic environment where innovative ideas thrive, and students engage deeply with the language and culture. Join a supportive faculty and contribute to a program that fosters a rich student life.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching Modern Hebrew as a world language.
• Ability to contribute to interdisciplinary courses in liberal arts.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Hebrew and develop new classes.
• Maintain a teaching load of twelve credit hours per semester.

Skills

Native or near-native command of Hebrew

Strong command of English

Teaching experience

Interdisciplinary course development

Education

Master's degree in Hebrew or related field

PhD in relevant field

Job description

Posting Details

POSTING INFORMATION

Applicants should submit: (1) a cover letter; (2) a CV that includes the names and contact information of three references; (3) a teaching philosophy, and 4) evidence of teaching effectiveness (Upload as Teaching Portfolio). Contact Program Director Dr. Beth Meyer-Bernstein ([e-mail]) with any questions.

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.

Internal Title	Instructor of Hebrew
Position Type	Instructor
School/Area	School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs
Department	Jewish Studies
Position Description	The Yaschik/Arnold Jewish Studies Program at the College of Charleston invites applications for a full-time position at the rank of Instructor of Hebrew beginning August 2025. We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated instructor with demonstrated excellence in teaching Modern Hebrew as a world language. The ideal candidate will also be interested and credentialed to teach interdisciplinary courses that expand our current offerings in the liberal arts. The College of Charleston has a two-year language requirement for all students, which can be satisfied by Hebrew coursework. Hebrew is also a core of the major and minor in Jewish Studies., as well as a key language in Middle Eastern and Islamic World Studies. During the sixth year, the candidate undergoes review for promotion to the rank of Senior Instructor. The position is benefits-eligible; the salary is competitive. Candidates must have a native or near-native command of Hebrew and a strong command of English. A master's degree in Hebrew or a related pedagogical field is required, but a PhD at the time of appointment is preferred. Two years of teaching experience at the college level is also preferred. The ability to contribute to another program in LCWA is desirable. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Hebrew and develop classes that expand our current program offerings. The teaching load is twelve credit hours per semester to include at least two, four-credit courses in Hebrew each semester. The interdisciplinary faculty in the Yaschik/Arnold Jewish Studies Program have teaching and research interests that include the social sciences and humanities. The Program is also home to a vibrant student life community through Hillel. Applicants are encouraged to visit our program website https://charleston.edu/jewish/academics.php. To learn more about the College of Charleston, please visit www.charleston.edu.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Posting Date	01/31/2025
Closing Date	03/05/2025
Open Until Filled?	Yes
Posting Number	F2016443P
EEO Statement
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/16347

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae


2. Teaching Portfolio


3. Cover Letter / Letter of Application


4. Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Graduate Transcripts


2. Student Course-Instructor Reviews


3. Other Document