7th Grade Hebrew School Teacher

•Please note that this is an exclusively on-site position. Interested applicants outside of Massachusetts who plan to relocate to the area are asked to contact learning@keremshalom.org with their resume to clarify relocation plans. Thank you!• Kerem Shalom in Concord, MA is seeking a dynamic 7th Grade teacher to join our vibrant "Hebrew School Reimagined" community, which meets once per week (on Monday evenings from 6:30-8:00 pm) during the school year.

Job Description:

Our 7th Grade Hebrew School seminar and dinner meets once per week from 6:30-8:00 (dinner at 6:30, class at 7:00) on Mondays throughout the academic school year. The 7th Grade program will be a Judaic academic subject. Topic will be open for development, based on the applicant's skillset and passion.

Potential topics include:

Holocaust, Social Justice, Current Events/Politics, Jewish History or Bible studies. All candidates will collaborate with the Director of Congregational Learning on the development of the curriculum and incoming teacher/s will be compensated over the summer for up to 10 hours of course development/collaboration time.

Responsibilities:

Plan and lead a Judaics class for 7th graders - 24 sessions per academic year Include 7th grade parents for "Parent Learning Nights" within academic year Attend 3 faculty meetings and in-service meetings with the Director of Congregational Learning throughout the academic year (roughly 2-2.25 hours each) Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Prepare and submit weekly lesson plans Update parents on ongoing class progress/status

Qualifications:

Passion and love for Jewish education Experience teaching or facilitating in a Jewish educational setting. Energetic and engaging teaching style Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Experience teaching 7th graders or teens (preferred, but not required)

Benefits:

Teacher salaries are paid monthly, on a 9-month academic year cycle, based on the number of taught sessions and an hourly rate.

Salary:

$60-$80/hour based on level of teaching experience Summer Curriculum Prep and Collaborative Meetings (reimbursed at hourly rate) Weekly Monday night

Pizza Dinners About Us:

We are a welcoming and inclusive synagogue committed to Jewish life and spiritual growth. We value creativity, education, and a high level of community engagement. Our exploration of progressive Judaism stands upon three values: kehillah (community), simchah (joy), and k'vod ha-b'riyot (respect for the dignity of every person). How to

Apply:

Submit resumes and questions to Interim Director of Education, Mindy Harris - Kerem Shalom, at learning@keremshalom.org .

Pay:

$60.00 - $80.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person