Club J Jewish Culture Hebrew Teacher (After-school program)

Oshman Family JCC•Palo Alto, CA

7d•$25 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC) is seeking a Club J Jewish Culture Hebrew Teacher for their after-school program. This role involves teaching and engaging children in grades K-6, with a focus on Jewish culture and Hebrew. The OFJCC is a non-profit organization in Silicon Valley that provides a variety of programs including educational, social, cultural, spiritual, fitness, and wellness. This is a year-round position.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
12 semester units of Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development (CD) units or units recognized by Community Care Licensing as qualifying in an afterschool setting
Experience with and knowledge of Jewish culture, traditions and values
Cleared Background Check (Fingerprints, Child Abuse Index Check and Medical/TB exam)
Valid and appropriate California Driver License
Safe driving record which meets the OFJCC insurance requirements. Must pass drug test as required for new drivers
Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certified
Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Ability to communicate information clearly (written and oral)
Ability and desire to work independently and as a team member with the community and other employees
Ability to multi-task and adjust priorities when required
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Positive, upbeat and enthusiastic about working in a non-profit environment

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree preferred
1+ year of experience teaching in a licensed child care center or comparable program preferred
1 year of experience in youth program development preferred
Hebrew speaking preferred
Familiarity with Jewish culture, rituals and values is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Interact with and supervise school-age children in individual and group settings to broaden their learning experiences
Support the Club JCH program, as needed, with a focus on curriculum that embraces Jewish culture, history, traditions, language and values.
Plan and implement experiences that provide a consistent learning environment that allows for emotional, cognitive, social and physical growth in children
Challenge children to interact, learn, create and thrive while conforming to the individual needs of each child
Create and actively promote a comfortable and welcoming environment
Be a role model to children and others by maintaining a positive attitude