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Multiple Positions
Congregation Beth Am
Description: Congregation Beth Am is a Reform Jewish Congregation on the Peninsula in search of engaging, inspired and dedicated teachers for its Youth Education Programs
Requirements: We are looking for individuals with a passion and enthusiasm for Jewish education. Good knowledge of Jewish traditions and
practice, experience working with children, and willingness to work as a
team. Hebrew teachers must have basic conversational and Prayerbook
Hebrew skills. We offer competitive pay.
Sunday Program Teacher
Description: This PreK-5th grade program meets on Sunday mornings from 9 - 11:30 a.m. Our curriculum is grade-based and covers concepts such as Israel, Jewish Life Cycles, Torah, Holidays, and Hebrew
Contact: Robyn Siegel or 650.493.4665
Tuesday Night Program Music Teacher
Description: The program meets Tuesday nights from 6 - 8:15 p.m. and engages 6-8th graders in the study of Jewish values and Torah. A music
teacher is needed to teach a 40 minute music elective.
Contact: Shaina Wasserman or 650.493.4665
Shabbaton Teacher
Description: This is our ongoing family school for families with
students in grades Pre-K to 5th grade. The program meets Saturday
afternoons from 3:30-6 p.m. Every session families engage in learning
together followed by adult study and grade level classes for children.
This year we are exploring Jewish "Superheroes."
Contact: Rabbi Jennifer Clayman or 650.493.4665
Hebrew Program Teacher
Description: The program meets Wednesday and/or Thursday from 4 - 6 p.m.
for 3rd - 6th grade students; Saturdays from 3:45 - 5:45 pm and Sundays
from 9 - 11:30 am for 6th grade students, and Tuesdays from 4:30-5:30 pm
for 7th graders. Our curriculum emphasizes basic modern and prayer book
Hebrew.
Contact: Rabbi Jennifer Clayman or 650.493.4665
Posted: August 2008
Judaic Studies Teachers
Oakland Hebrew Day School
Description: A Modern Orthodox Jewish K-8 day school in the Oakland Foothills is seeking a full time second grade Judaic Studies teacher and a full time fifth grade Judaic studies teacher, who would like to teach in a friendly working environment with small class sizes. Be part of a dedicated team of professionals in a collaborative team environment. Position is full time for the 08-09 school year.
Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.
Requirements: The ideal candidate would be a computer literate, organized team player. Creative, strong, flexible, wise and enthusiastic.
The right candidate will be fluent in Hebrew, and must be comfortable and well-versed with text study in a Modern Orthodox School setting. Familiarity with Tal Am is a plus. Experience with early grades is a plus as well.
Contact: We encourage applicants to browse our website. Please, no phone calls about this job. Please reply to jobs@ohds.org.
Posted: July 2008
Early Childhood Shorashim Teacher
Gan Ami Early Childhood Program, Los Altos Hills
Description: Gan Ami Early Childhood Program in Los Altos Hills is seeking an experienced early childhood educator to teach in our 2-year-old program at Congregation Beth Am, starting in December 2008. Gan Ami is a nurturing, play-based program that blends diversity and openness with a deep, joyous commitment to Reform Judaism. We are dedicated to creating a warm, home-like environment where each child's uniqueness is cherished. Our 2-year-old Shorashim class will transition from a 1 day a week parent-toddler class in fall 2008 to a 2 day a week dropoff class in January 2009. The class will serve about 12 children, aged 2 by January 1st. Help to make our dream to create a caring, stimulating and creative learning environment a reality!
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Hours will be 3 hrs per week, Thursdays in December and will increase to 7.5 hrs per week, Tues/Thurs in January 2009.
Requirements: Early childhood teaching experience, 6 units ECE, Judaic/Hebrew knowledge, excellent communication skills. Candidates should be organized, flexible, loving, creative, able to work as a team with staff and families, and dedicated to fostering Jewish spiritual and religious growth.
Contact: If interested, please email your resume, cover letter and salary history/requirements to srmaleson@betham.org or fax to (650) 494-8248. For further information, please see www.betham.org or contact the Education Office at (650) 493-4665.
Posted: July 2008
Early Childhood Garinim Teacher
Gan Ami Early Childhood Program, Los Altos Hills
Description: Gan Ami Early Childhood Program in Los Altos Hills is seeking an experienced early childhood educator to teach in our parent-toddler and 2-year-old program at Congregation Beth Am, starting in September 2008. Gan Ami is a nurturing, play-based program that blends diversity and openness with a deep, joyous commitment to Reform Judaism. We are dedicated to creating a warm, home-like environment where each child's uniqueness is cherished. Our parent-toddler Garinim class will serve about 12 children 1 day a week in fall 2008 and will transition into a 2 day a week 2-year-old Shorashim dropoff class in January 2009. We will offer two additional Garinim parent-toddler classes in January 2009. Each class will serve about 12 children, ages 12-30 months. Help to make our dream to create a caring, stimulating and creative learning environment a reality!
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Hours will be 3 hrs per week, Thursdays in December and will increase to 7.5 hrs per week, Tues/Thurs in January 2009.
Requirements: Early childhood teaching experience, 6 units ECE, Judaic/Hebrew knowledge, excellent communication skills. Candidates should be organized, flexible, loving, creative, able to work as a team with staff and families, and dedicated to fostering Jewish spiritual and religious growth.
Contact: Email your resume to srmaleson@betham.org or call (650) 493-4665 ext 256.
Posted: July 2008
Sunday Morning Religious School Teachers
Congregation Ner Shalom, Cotati
Description: Congregation Ner Shalom in Cotati (central Sonoma County) is seeking teachers for its Sunday morning religious school, beginning this September and running through May, 2009.
The curriculum is currently being molded and will ultimately reflect the talents of the teachers we hire. We potentially have three positions available:
(1) Teaching small children, ages 5-7. Subjects will include Jewish holidays, stories from Torah, Hebrew letter recognition.
(2) Teaching middle schoolers, ages 11-13. Curriculum will include a range of topics in Jewish history, texts, and social issues, many (but not all) of which will be taught by guests.
(3) Teaching middle schoolers, agest 11-13. Curriculum will include Hebrew language, tefilah and Torah trope in a Bar/Bat Mitzvah track.
Salary based on qualifications.
Requirements: Your scholarship could be considerable or on the scanty side. But we'd like to hear from you. Very important is that you be dynamic, enjoy working with young people, and have enthusiasm about what you're teaching. Ner Shalom is a Reconstructionist congregation with Renewal leanings. Your creativity will be valued.
Contact: irwin@irwinkeller.com
Posted: July 2008
Kindergarten Teacher
Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School, Foster City
Description: Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School seeks experienced elementary school teacher for kindergarten beginning August 20, 2008.
Contact: Please submit your resume to jobs@wornickjds.org. Rachel Lewin, Head of Middle School, Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School, 650-378-2600.
Posted: June 2008
Religious School Teachers/K-6th Grade
Temple Sinai, Oakland
Description: We are a large, diverse, urban Reform congregation with a committed and dynamic staff and great kids. We are looking for creative, engaged teachers with a love of children and a love of Judaism. Teaching Positions available K-6th grade. Sessions on Sunday mornings 9-11 and/or Tuesday or Wednesday afternoons 4-6.
Requirements: Applicants should have experience with children, have solid Jewish knowledge and be open to learning.
Contact: Send resume to Director of Education Sue Bojdak at sue@oaklandsinai.org or call at 510-451-0313.
Posted: May 2008
Director of Education
Peninsula Temple Sholom, Burlingame
Description: Peninsula Temple Sholom is a Reform congregation in Burlingame, California (near San Francisco) with over 800 member households. Our religious school has experienced significant growth in recent years, with a current enrollment of nearly 400 students.
The Director of Education is responsible for creating a welcoming and nurturing learning environment for our students, and is empowered to make decisions towards that end. The Director oversees all aspects of the religious school program, including supervision and management of all personnel involved with it.
The Director of Education is a key member of the Temple's senior staff team, which includes Clergy, Executive Director, and Preschool Director. The Director of Education works collaboratively with the entire senior staff and reports to Rabbi Daniel Feder, our Senior Rabbi.
Requirements: While there are no specified minimum requirements to apply for this position, we seek an experienced educator who is passionate about Jewish education, has the ability to creatively guide and further develop the curriculum, set goals, and implement a vision in partnership with the clergy, other senior staff, and the Religious Education Committee. We are looking for a Director with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop positive, collaborative relationships with clergy, professional colleagues, school faculty, students, and the families we serve.
Availability: June 2008
Compensation: Salary range of $85,000 to $90,000 (depending on qualifications and experience), plus generous benefits.
Contact: Candidates should submit resumes with supporting materials via e-mail to Stacie Hershman, Search Committee Co-Chair, at Hershmans@aol.com. No telephone calls please.
Posted: May 2008
Teachers
Beth Chaim Congregation, Danville
Description: Beth Chaim Congregation, a vibrant, independent Danville synagogue is seeking teachers to participate in our Beit Midrash this fall. Our Sunday and midweek educational programs provide a warm, creative and enriching environment for over 200 students in Pre-K through 7th Grade. More than 50 additional teens participate in our Madrichim and Teen Experience programs.
We are introducing the URJ CHAI and Mitkadem Hebrew curricula in the coming year.
Current opening include:
Second Grade - Sundays only 8:30 - 11:00
Sixth Grade - Sundays 8:30 - 1:15, Wednesdays & Thursdays 3:45 - 6:45 (these are double-session classes).
Seventh Grade - Sundays 8:30 - 1:15, Wednesdays & Thursdays 3:45 - 6:45 (these are double-session classes).
Contact: Bella Bogart: 925-736-7146
Posted: May 2008
Teacher
Temple Beth Jacob Preschool, Redwood City
Description: Temple Beth Jacob Preschool in Redwood City is seeking an energetic, creative, and nurturing teacher to join our professional team of early childhood educators.
Our curriculum is bias-free and developmentally based, focusing on the individual child's social, emotional, and intellectual needs. Our amazing staff encourages Jewish values, exploration, and growth in a well-equipped environment that is stimulating, safe, consistent, and nurturing.
Requirements: Applicants for this team-teaching position must have at least 3 years experience working in an early childhood setting, and a minimum of 12 units of ECE. Experience working with special needs children is a plus.
Openings begin with our Summer Program and continue to the school year in the fall, after the August break. This is a part-time, non-benefited position with a salary range of $20-$22/hour.
Contact: Resumes can be e-mailed to ann@templebethjacob.org
Posted: May 2008
Jewish Educator [Part-Time]
Napa
Description: Congregation Beth Sholom in Napa is a 165-member synagogue affiliated with the Union of Reform Judaism. Jewish education for children and youth includes a Wednesday afternoon Hebrew program and Sunday morning Religious School program.
We are looking for a Part-Time Jewish Educator to design, organize, and administer these programs; and to be a liaison with parents and the congregation in matters affecting the religious and cultural education of children and youth. This is a new part-time position. Previously these programs were under the direction of the full-time Cantorial Soloist/Director of Education. Actively participate in the religious and cultural life of the Congregation. The Part-Time Jewish Educator will report to the Rabbi.
Requirements: We are looking for an individual with three or more years participating in Jewish religious education in a Congregation or Jewish camp environment. The Jewish Educator must have knowledge of curriculum and access to resources for Jewish education. Three or more years participating in Jewish religious education in Congregation or Jewish camp environment. Fluency in reading and writing Hebrew.
Start date: July 1, 2008
Contact: For a complete job description and more information about our congregation and the religious education programs, please send an email to Betsy Strauss. Information about Congregation Beth Sholom, visit www.cbsnapa.org. To apply, email a cover letter and resume to Betsy Strauss. Beth Sholom is an equal opportunity employer.
Posted: May 2008
Teacher for K-1st grade or 1st -2nd grade bilingual class
Congregation Netivot Shalom, Berkeley
Description: Netivot Shalom in Berkeley is seeking an experienced, native Hebrew speaking teacher for K-1 or 1st-2nd grade bilingual class to begin in the fall.
Requirements: early childhood education experience, a love for children, and the ability to plan creative and fun activities that allow children to learn Hebrew while playing. Our program uses stories, drama, songs, and games to make learning fun.
Class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-5:30
Competitive Pay.
Contact: Please send cover letter and resume to education@netivotshalom.org
Posted: May 2008
FULL-TIME and PART-TIME substitute teachers
Contra Costa Jewish Day School, Lafayette
Description: CCJDS provides a full-day, k-8 program that includes curricula in language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, computers, Judaic studies, and Hebrew language. The school is located just off of Rte. 24, five minutes from the Caldecott Tunnel. Our website is www.ccjds.org.
We are searching for FULL-TIME and PART-TIME substitute teachers for the 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 school years for all grades. Hebrew/Judaics background is welcomed but not required.
Pay is $120/day
Requirements: Employees must be fingerprinted through the Department of Justice. We will facilitate this process.
Contact: Please email uskowronski@gmail.com or call (415) 516-6742 and ask for Uri Skowronski. Attach resume if emailing.
Posted: May 2008
Part-time Tanach Teacher
Jewish Community High School of the Bay, San Francisco
Description: An immediate opening for a part time Tanach teacher for the remainder of the school year. The classes meet in the mornings five days a week (schedule follows). We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible.
Tanach Teaching Schedule:
Monday 10:10 - 11:25
Tuesday 10:10 - 11:25
Wednesday 8:50 - 9:45 and 12:25 - 1:20 (includes a free kosher, organic lunch!)
Thursday 9:50 - 10:45
Friday 8:50 - 9:45
Contact: Peg Sandel, Jewish Community High School of the Bay, psandel@jchsofthebay.org.
Posted: March 2008
Teacher
Gan Israel Preschool, Petaluma
Description: Gan Israel Preschool provides children with a safe, nurturing environment to grow and learn as unique individuals. More than just a preschool, we are a supportive community of families and staff working together to provide care and education for children. Our programs are deeply influenced by the wisdom of Jewish tradition and we invite all to join us. We are looking for staff member to work with our young children Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 2pm.
Requirements: We are looking for a nurturing and responsible individual who will provide a safe and stimulating environment for children to explore, grow, and develop their own natural curiosity and love of learning.
The educational requirements are dependant on the professional development level of the candidate.
Associate teachers must have at least 12 units and the person hired must be able to communicate professionally and with warmth to children and adults.
Contact: For complete job descriptions, application and more information about the preschool and our programs, please contact the school at 707-763-5136 during business hours. To apply, mail or email a cover letter and resume to leslee@bnaiisrael.net. Gan Israel is an equal opportunity employer and embraces people of all faiths and backgrounds.
Posted: March 2008
Shalom School, San Francisco
Description: The Shalom School in SF, seeks Teacher for Pre School for Childrens ages 3-4 years. Our environment is warm and loving with emphasis on Jewish values and celebrations. Founded in 1997,The Shalom School is in the Richmond district next to Golden Gate Park. We are seeking creative, outgoing, nurturing, and dedicated individuals to join our fabulous team oriented staff. Knowledge of Judaic customs and holidays a plus. Bi-lingual Russian and English a plus.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:
Plan individual and group activities to stimulate growth in language, social, and motor skills such as learning to listen to instructions, playing with others, and using play equipment.
Gear the program to the needs of the individual child with concerns for the child's interests, individual style and stage of development as well as the class as a group. help growth in life skills
Be responsible for the ordered arrangement, appearance, decor and age appropriate learning environment of the classroom.
Start: March 1, 2008
Requirements:
24 units of ECE with Site Supervisor or Master Teacher's certificate
BA with 12 units of Early Childhood Education and either Master Teacher's ECE or Site Supervisor ECE/or willingness to complete to this level as soon as possible
Early Childhood Education Teaching Experience
Ability to relate sensitively and appropriately to young children and families
Ability to integrate ECE into Jewish culture a plus but not a necessity
Position is PT-FT depending upon candidate.
Contact: Send cover letter/resume to: Hinda Langer
Posted: March 2008
Early Childhood Director
Cardiff by the Sea, California
Description: URJ Temple Solel, Cardiff by the Sea, California, seeks Full-Time Director for Early Childhood Center. 160 children 6 months - 5 years, staff of 25 teachers.
Start: July 1, 2008
Requirements:
Meets State of California Childcare Center Licensing regulations
Bachelor of Arts/Sciences
Master's Degree, preferred
Early Childhood Education Teaching/Administration experience
Understanding of Reform Judaism/commitment to Jewish life
Ability to relate sensitively and appropriately to young children and families
Ability to integrate ECC into larger Temple Solel congregation/greater Jewish community
Competitive salary/benefits package offered.
Contact: Send cover letter/resume to: rodinfelder@roadrunner.com
Posted: February 2008
