Hebrew Teacher

Pardes-Jewish-Day-School; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Pardes Jewish Day School in Scottsdale invites applications for SY26/27 Hebrew Teacher to inspire students in Hebrew language and Judaic studies within a rigorous independent school environment.

The ideal candidate will lead engaging lessons, differentiate instruction, and collaborate with a dynamic faculty to support students’ academic and social-emotional growth in a nurturing Jewish Day School community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Graduate level coursework and/or teaching credential required.
• Fluent in Hebrew required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates commitment to equitable and inclusive practices with respect to pedagogy, curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• Collects and utilizes data to maintain tracking documents
• Demonstrates understanding of developmental and learning needs of children at grade level, including social emotional development and study skills
• Provides differentiated instruction for specific lessons, skill sets, and/or units of study
• Serves as an advisor or homeroom teacher for grade level students to deliver social-emotional curriculum
• Engages with an innovative grade-level team to foster emotional well-being and academic success
• Demonstrates excellent classroom management
• Collaborates with other faculty, specialty teachers, staff, and administration
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Must be able to pass an initial fingerprint and background clearance check and maintain a valid fingerprint clearance card in classroom

Skills

Fluent in Hebrew

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate level coursework and/or teaching credential

Job description

Pardes Jewish Day School is a premier Jewish independent school for children in grades kindergarten through eighth grade, founded in 1993. Pardes is the largest Jewish Day School in Arizona, located in Scottsdale. The School prepares students to become outstanding members of society through a rigorous secular and Judaic education, a nurturing community, and a foundation in Judaism that welcomes all Jewish traditions.

POSITION

SY26/27 Hebrew Teacher

REPORTS TO: The Head of School

JOB PURPOSE:

The ideal candidate will inspire students to be excited about learning. The successful teacher will have grade-level expertise in their chosen subject and the ability to engage students in meaningful inquiry, problem-solving, Project Based Learning, and collaborative exploration, all of which are norms for teaching and learning at Pardes.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Graduate level coursework and/or teaching credential
• Fluent in Hebrew

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates commitment to equitable and inclusive practices with respect to pedagogy, curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• Collects and utilizes data to maintain tracking documents
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of the developmental and learning needs of children at grade level, including social emotional development and study skills
• Provides differentiated instruction for specific lessons, skill sets, and/or units of study
• Serves as an advisor or homeroom teacher for grade level students to deliver social-emotional curriculum
• Enjoys working with an innovative grade-level team to foster the emotional well-being and academic success of students
• Demonstrates excellent classroom management
• Collaborates with other faculty, specialty teachers, staff, and administration
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Must be able to pass an initial fingerprint and background clearance check and maintain a valid fingerprint clearance card at all times when in the classroom

Additionally, successful candidates should demonstrate:

• A desire to work in a school that prizes excellence in academics while nurturing students to become lifelong learners
• An engaging teaching style
• Ability to create strong relationships with parents
• Participation in all aspects of school life, including after-school coaching, club leadership, and enrichment programs (is preferred but not required)
• Strong organizational skills
• Able to appreciate working in a Jewish Day School

Other requirements:

• May be required to work outside normal working hours
• May be required to travel to perform work functions
• Lifting and carrying heavy, bulky supplies and materials weighing up to 20 pounds may be required.

As an equal opportunity employer, Pardes Jewish Day School does not discriminate in its hiring of employees on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, marital or veteran status, age, or disability. We actively seek diversity among faculty and administration as well as among students.