Casual Staff - Shoel Umeishiv

Yeshiva University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,817 - 49,593; Full time

Job summary

Yeshiva University is seeking a Shoel Umeishiv to mentor students, helping them understand and analyze complex texts while fostering critical thinking and engagement. The role involves building strong relationships with students and providing guidance through their learning journey, with occasional substitution for the teacher to ensure continuity.

The position emphasizes supportive instruction, high educational standards, and a welcoming environment that encourages personal and academic growth

Qualifications

• Rabbinic ordination and relevant teaching experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to lecture and engage students in discussion.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with understanding and deciphering the texts
• Develop relationships with the students and create a comfortable learning environment
• Occasionally substitute for the teacher and lead class

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Lecture ability

Hebrew literacy

Education

Rabbinic ordination

2+ years teaching Talmudic texts

Experience leading small groups

Job description

Position Summary

The Shoel Umeishiv serves as a mentor and academic resource for students, helping them understand, analyze, and navigate complex texts while fostering critical thinking and meaningful engagement with the material. This role involves building strong relationships with students, creating a supportive and approachable environment where they feel comfortable discussing both academic and personal matters, and providing guidance and encouragement throughout their learning experience. In addition, the Shoel Umeishiv may occasionally assume instructional responsibilities by substituting for the teacher and leading class sessions, ensuring continuity of learning and maintaining a high standard of educational engagement.

Position Responsibilities

• Assist students with understanding and deciphering the texts
• Develop relationships with the students and make them feel comfortable discussing both academic and non-academic matters
• On occasion, substitute for the teacher and teach the class

Experience & Educational Background

• Rabbinic ordination
• 2+ years teaching Talmudic and other Jewish texts
• Experience leading small groups of students

Skills & Competencies

• Good interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to give a lecture on occasion
• Detail oriented
• Ability to read and write Hebrew

Salary Range

$31.25 - $31.25 per hour

About Us

Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.

As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community-students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends-are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.