Judaic Studies Teacher (2026-27 School Year)
About The Position
Westchester Day School, a Modern Orthodox day school in Westchester, NY is seeking a Middle School Limudei Kodesh educator for the 2026 - 2027 school year. The individual who takes this position would teach various Judaic content such as Chumash, Navi, Mishnah, and Gemara. The successful candidate will have a passion for Jewish Education, strong curricular and pedagogical knowledge, excellent interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, and a collaborative spirit. About the School Established in 1948 in Mamaroneck, NY, Westchester Day School, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational, dual curriculum Jewish elementary school (2-year-olds through 8th grade), prepares students to live as mensches and lifelong learners and inspires them to impact the world around them by cultivating a commitment to Torah, excellent middot, community, and academic rigor.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education or in the content area of instruction. Master’s (or Semicha (Rabbinic Ordination) preferred.
- Three or more years of teaching experience is strongly preferred.
- Possess a deep understanding of Jewish texts, holidays, Tefillah, and Judaic content
- Mastery over lesson planning and the ability to plan and teach towards clear curricular goals set by the school.
- Strong character and professional references.
- Effective communication skills and a positive, collaborative growth mindset.
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement lessons and activities that are developmentally and grade appropriate, and follow the set curricular goals
- Follow the curricular materials and goals laid out by the school
- Establish and maintain a high standard for classroom management and student engagement
- Promote active participation of all students to ensure a positive and rewarding experience in the classroom
- Collaborate with colleagues and administration regarding the social, emotional, and academic development of students
- Maintain close partnerships with families, including phone calls, conferences, and written communications as needed
- Use a wide variety of teaching strategies to differentiate instruction to support a range of learners
- Remain open to learning and growing personally and professionally
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
