Primary Grades (K-2) Judaic Studies Teacher

Bermanhebrewacademy; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Berman Hebrew Academy in Rockville, Maryland is seeking a dedicated Judaic studies teacher to deliver quality instruction and embody the values of Modern Orthodoxy. Candidates should have experience in teaching Hebrew language and Judaic Studies, promote high standards, and maintain collaborative relationships with students and families.

The anticipated salary range is $40,000-$90,000 based on experience and qualifications, providing a supportive environment for both students and teachers.

Qualifications

• Experience with established curriculum and teaching methodologies.
• Ability to use student assessment data to inform instruction.
• Growth mindset regarding teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach Hebrew language and Judaic Studies.
• Collaborate with grade level teams on student work.
• Maintain communication with families through e-mails and conferences.

Skills

Experience providing quality instruction

Promoting high standards and expectations

Collaborating in grade level teams

Maintaining relationships with families

Hebrew language proficiency

Education

Degree in Education or relevant field

Job description

Berman Hebrew Academy is a Modern Orthodox Jewish day school that provides a comprehensive Jewish and secular education in an atmosphere of reverence, good citizenship, and love of the Jewish people and Israel. Adhering to standards of academic excellence and exemplary moral conduct, it provides opportunities for each student to achieve the maximum of his or her potential, engaged with and contributing to both the Jewish community and the society at large.

Judaic studies teachers teach and embody the characteristics of Modern Orthodoxy. They serve as role models for our students in all aspects of their lives. Additionally, they speak Hebrew and instruct the students in Hebrew language, Hebrew reading, and grade level Judaic Studies including Parsha and Chagim in all grades and Chumash beginning in second grade.

The ideal candidate will have experience providing quality instruction based on an established curriculum, promoting high standards and expectations for all students in the classroom, working closely with school leaders to use data from student assessments to inform instruction, and above all else, maintain a growth mindset about his or her own teaching and learning. Our teachers collaborate in grade level teams to discuss student work, share best practices, and ensure student mastery of standards. In addition to classroom instruction, teachers’ responsibilities include forming and maintaining relationships with students’ families via e-mails, phone calls, and conferences.

Expected Salary Range: $40,000-$90,000 based on education and experience.