Lower School Hebrew Learning Specialist

Charles E Smith Jewish Day School; California (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A Jewish day school in California is seeking a Hebrew Learning Specialist for grades 1-5 for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves providing remedial support to students, designing individualized education plans, and collaborating with classroom teachers. Candidates should possess a Masters in Special Education and have a solid understanding of teaching students with diverse needs. This position emphasizes a commitment to fostering a growth mindset and effective communication with teachers and parents.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience working with students with learning differences.
• Ability to design individualized education plans.
• Experience conducting parent meetings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct remedial support to students.
• Collaborate with teachers and provide professional development.
• Manage cases for students with diverse learning needs.

Skills

Fluency in Hebrew

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience with diverse learning needs

Education

Masters Degree in Special Education

Job description

# Lower School Hebrew Learning SpecialistEducation LevelGraduate DegreeCategoryEducation## DescriptionCome join a committed, caring, talented faculty in delivering an exemplary and inspiring general and Jewish education. Together, we ensure a vibrant Jewish future through the growth of confident, compassionate thinkers who engage the world through Jewish values.The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School is seeking candidates to fill the position of Hebrew Learning Specialist for grades 1-5 for the 2026-2027 school year.The ideal candidate will be a special educator who is fluent in Hebrew and will have expertise in teaching students with diverse learning needs to read Hebrew accurately and fluently, to improve their vocabulary acquisition, language comprehension and written expression in Hebrew. The Hebrew Learning Specialist will play a leadership role in our Judaic Studies Department, collaborating with teachers and providing ongoing professional development in differentiated instruction. The Learning Specialist will be part of a team of other special educators that work at the School through the Educational Support Services Department, providing a variety of strategies and interventions to students with diverse learning needs, both in and out of the classroom setting. In addition to providing direct remedial support to students, other responsibilities include design of individualized education plans, case management, and close collaboration with classroom teachers.## Qualifications* Masters Degree in Special Education from an accredited university.* At least 3-5 years experience working with students with learning differences.* A high level of interpersonal skills to work with staff and parents dealing with sensitive and confidential issues concerning a childs learning differences.* A commitment to helping students develop a growth mindset.* Experience in conducting parent meetings.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.* Fluency in English is required as well as a solid proficiency in writing in English.**Work Environment:*** In accordance with the School's duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards, the School has adopted a mandatory Vaccination Policy to safeguard the health of our employees and their families and the community at large from infectious diseases such as the flu, which may be reduced by annual vaccinations. This policy complies with all applicable laws and is based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local health authorities, as applicable.To learn more about the School and to apply, visit*The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all applicants without unlawful consideration of race, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.**The School encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.*