Passionate Jewish Studies Teacher - Full-Time

Milken Community School; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Milken Community School in Los Angeles is seeking a full-time Jewish Studies Teacher to lead five Jewish Studies classes per year and participate in school-wide programming. This role includes leading spiritual practice groups and an Israel seminar or equivalent.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a master’s in Jewish education preferred. A strong textual foundation and teaching experience are essential, along with a passion for Jewish learning and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required; master's degree or higher in Jewish education or a relevant field strongly preferred.
• Previous formal teaching experience required; most important is the candidate’s strong textual foundation and demonstrated capacity for classroom teaching
• A passion for Jewish learning, a strong connection to teenagers, and a commitment to Jewish values and a Jewish way of life.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report progress of each student for mastery of course content, providing intervention or differentiation when necessary and appropriate, and consistent high quality feedback always.
• Ensure relevancy by connecting course content to other academic domains and authentically exploring the relationship between course content, the Milken Community School mission, and the Portrait of the Graduate.
• Utilize collaborative and individual learning opportunities that support student growth.
• Design and submit lessons that are rigorous and well-sequenced in terms of content and developmental appropriateness.
• Develop learning experiences where inquiry, curiosity, and exploration are valued.
• Create a learning environment where students feel safe and welcome.
• Place a strong emphasis on learning and the important natural role mistakes play in learning.
• Demonstrate situational adaptability that balances the needs of social teens, the needs of the lesson, and teachable moments.
• Engage with students outside the classroom through office hours, Jewish experiential activities, and school-wide programming.
• Pursue ongoing professional development in the fields of education and Jewish study.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong textual foundation

Demonstrated capacity for classroom-te

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master's degree or higher in Jewish education or a relevant field strongly preferred

Job description

Milken Community School in Los Angeles is seeking a full-time Jewish Studies Teacher to lead five Jewish Studies classes per year and participate in school-wide programming. This role includes leading spiritual practice groups and an Israel seminar or equivalent.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a master’s in Jewish education preferred. A strong textual foundation and teaching experience are essential, along with a passion for Jewish learning and a