Hebrew Teacher

Hebrew Public•Philadelphia, PA

15h•$55,000 - $88,000•Onsite

About The Position

Hebrew Public is seeking a skilled, joyful, and student-centered Hebrew Teacher for Philadelphia Hebrew Public. The teacher will co-teach 30-minute Hebrew classes for 1st- and 2nd-grade students, creating immersive, interactive learning experiences that develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing, with particular attention to oral language, comprehension, confidence, and participation. Instruction may incorporate songs, games, movement, play, stories, and routines, and will use and adapt the provided Hebrew curriculum and resources. The teacher will collaborate with a co-teacher and colleagues, monitor student progress, and help maintain a positive, inclusive classroom with clear routines and high expectations. The role also contributes to the broader school community through lunch and recess coverage and teaching a 6th-grade elective. Hebrew Public describes itself as a secular, inclusive school network serving students from diverse backgrounds and supporting rigorous academics, strong relationships, and globally minded education. The school provides curriculum and lesson-planning resources, instructional feedback, professional development, collaborative planning opportunities, student and family support, and possible certification funding. Compensation is listed as $55,000–$88,000. After the first year, teachers may be eligible for annual increases of 5% to 10% based on classroom impact. Additional salary enhancements may be available for valid Pennsylvania certification and hard-to-fill roles.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Strong Hebrew language proficiency, including the ability to model accurate spoken Hebrew for beginning learners.
Strong classroom management skills and the ability to create a joyful, inclusive learning environment with clear routines and high expectations.
Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills, including the ability to work effectively within a co-teaching model.
Ability to engage young learners through songs, games, movement, storytelling, and play-based instruction.
Commitment to culturally responsive instruction that meets the needs of diverse learners.
Deep belief in the potential of Black and Brown students and commitment to helping them thrive as global citizens.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in urban school communities.
Experience teaching Hebrew, world languages, or elementary education.
Pennsylvania teaching certification, or active progress toward appropriate certification.
Flexibility to support lunch or recess coverage and potentially teach a middle school elective.

Responsibilities

Teach engaging 30-minute Hebrew classes to 1st- and 2nd-grade students using an immersive approach focused on speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
Use songs, games, movement, play, stories, and routines to make Hebrew joyful, accessible, and meaningful.
Co-teach with another educator to plan instruction, support student needs, and maintain a positive classroom environment.
Use and adapt the provided Hebrew curriculum and instructional resources to support student growth.
Monitor student progress and adjust instruction based on observations and student work.
Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a strong school culture.
Provide lunch and recess coverage.
Teach a 6th-grade elective.

Benefits

Medical coverage with the employer covering 85% of premiums.
Dental coverage with the employer covering 85% of premiums.
Vision coverage fully covered by the employer.
Retirement plan with a 5% employer match of annual salary, dollar for dollar, with no vesting period.
Opportunities for performance bonuses and additional stipends.
Mental health resources and employee assistance programs.
Student loan counseling and discounts on wellness programs and gym memberships.
30 or more holidays.
10 PTO days for 10-month staff or 20 PTO days for 12-month staff.
Six weeks of paid parental leave.
Coverage of fertility services with minimal out-of-pocket costs.
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, with up to $10,000 in HRA funds.
Employer-paid and voluntary life insurance, including an AD&D benefit of one times salary at no cost to the employee.
Workshops, certifications, and ongoing professional development.
University partnerships for certification.
Opportunities for global travel experiences.