2026-27 Religious School Faculty - Elementary

Jewishportland; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 35,817 - 45,460; Part time

Job summary

Jewishportland is looking for lower elementary grades teachers (K-2nd) for the 2026-27 school year. Teachers will engage with approximately 12-15 students during Sunday sessions, with possible additional teaching opportunities in Hebrew.

This role promises a supportive faculty environment, arts integrated Jewish studies, and is a fun way to connect with the Jewish community. Interested candidates should email Ben Sandler, Director of Education.

Qualifications

• Candidates should be passionate about teaching and engaging with students.
• No Hebrew language knowledge is required for all positions.

Responsibilities

• Teach lower elementary grades (K-2nd) for the school year.
• Engage with students in arts integrated Jewish studies environment.

Skills

Ability to teach elementary grades

Engagement in arts integrated studies

Job description

2026-27 Religious School Faculty Job Description Elementary Faculty

Congregation Beth Israel is currently seeking lower elementary grades teachers (grades K-2nd) for the 2026-27 school year. Elementary Grade teachers are part of a grade level team, and are responsible for approximately 12-15 students. A teen madrichim, teaching assistant, works in every classroom assisting teachers and working with the students. Elementary students also attend arts classes during the morning sessions taught by art specialists in music, visual arts, drama, and dance. Classes occur on Sunday mornings from 9:00-12:30PM. Please see the school calendar and session dates.

All applicants should count on teaching throughout the school year from September 27, 2026 – May 16, 2027
Hebrew language knowledge is not necessary for all of the teaching positions. Teachers with the ability to teach beginning Hebrew do have additional opportunities to teach online or in person during the week.

Teaching at CBI is a fun way to engage in the Jewish community, be part of a dynamic faculty, and work with amazing students in an arts integrated Jewish studies environment. The Elementary Grade teachers will be supported by the Director of Education and CBI staff to help them have a successful experience as part of the teaching faculty. If you would like more information or are interested in applying, please reply to Ben Sandler, RJE, Director of Education, at [e-mail].

Estimated Monthly Hours (Sundays Only): 14hrs. minimum

Estimated Monthly Hours (Sunday and Virtual Hebrew): 32 hrs. minimum

Hourly Pay Range Sunday only: $26-$33

Estimated Faculty Start Date: August 2026