Elementary Hebrew & Judaic Studies Educator (Immersive)

JLive; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Ongoing professional development

Growth within a collaborative setting

Job summary

Hillel Day School of Metro Detroit is seeking a passionate Hebrew and Judaic Studies Teacher for the 2027–2028 school year. The ideal candidate is an experienced educator who loves working with children, embraces Jewish values, and is excited about creating an immersive Hebrew language environment.

The role involves teaching integrated Hebrew and Judaic Studies to elementary students, focusing on reading, writing, speaking, and listening, along with holidays, prayer, Torah and Israel.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in Hebrew.
• Minimum 2 years of teaching experience, preferably in a Jewish day school or immersion setting.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field (Master’s preferred)

Responsibilities

• Teach integrated Hebrew and Judaic Studies classes to elementary school students including reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
• Teach Jewish holidays, prayer, Torah, and Israel, with a focus on Jewish values and nurturing a strong sense of Jewish identity.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners.
• Foster a classroom culture that promotes respect, curiosity, and a love of Judaism, Hebrew, and Israel.

Skills

Hebrew fluency

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education

Master’s preferred

Tools

Instructional technologies

Job description

Hillel Day School of Metro Detroit is seeking a passionate Hebrew and Judaic Studies Teacher for the 2027–2028 school year. The ideal candidate is an experienced educator who loves working with children, embraces Jewish values, and is excited about creating an immersive Hebrew language environment.

The role involves teaching integrated Hebrew and Judaic Studies to elementary students, focusing on reading, writing, speaking, and listening, along with holidays, prayer, Torah and Israel.