Middle School Hebrew Language Teacher (Proficiency-Based)

CESJDS; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School in Rockville, MD seeks an outstanding middle school Hebrew language educator for the 2026-2027 school year.

The program follows the ACTFL proficiency model and emphasizes student-centered learning. Ideal candidates have 3+ years teaching Hebrew as a second language, familiarity with proficiency-based instruction, and a passion for engaging students with authentic Hebrew texts and culture.

Qualifications

• BA in Hebrew language, education, or comparable certification; MA preferred but not required.
• At least two years of successful teaching experience in Hebrew as a second language.
• Experience in collaborative working environments, ideally in middle/high school.
• Experience in differentiated instruction, project-based learning, Collaborative Problem Solving, student-centered instruction.
• Fluency with technology required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Teach Hebrew language and culture to grades 6-8, identify authentic texts, plan lessons and units.
• Participate in team meetings to review curriculum and discuss student progress.
• Be present for advisory, academic flex block, breaks, and experiential education courses.
• Collaborate within the Upper School Hebrew department and middle school faculty.
• Teach a weekly advisory or experiential education course.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Tech fluency

Collaborative work

Student-centered instruction

Differentiated instruction

Project-based learning

Cultural knowledge

Education

BA in Hebrew language or education

MA preferred

Job description

Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School in Rockville, MD seeks an outstanding middle school Hebrew language educator for the 2026-2027 school year.

The program follows the ACTFL proficiency model and emphasizes student-centered learning. Ideal candidates have 3+ years teaching Hebrew as a second language, familiarity with proficiency-based instruction, and a passion for engaging students with authentic Hebrew texts and culture.