Judaic Studies Teaching Assistant

Sinai Akiba Academy•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Sinai Akiba Academy seeks dynamic, committed, and creative Judaic Studies Teaching Assistants to work alongside experienced lead teachers in our Lower School (kindergarten through 5th grade). TAs are responsible for assisting the teacher in teaching curriculum, preparing instructional materials, working with small groups of students, and supporting the students’ academic, social, and emotional needs. TAs also work closely with other Staffulty members and TAs to support and supervise students as they transition between classes and activities, during recess and lunch periods, and at other academic and non-academic times. Teaching Assistants participate in the school community including implementing RULER and Responsive Classroom practices in the classroom and other school settings, collaborating with other Staffulty on interdisciplinary projects, and participating in Staffulty meetings and professional development. Sinai Akiba Academy is a preeminent private Jewish day school in Los Angeles, serving students in Early Childhood through Grade 8. Sinai Akiba Academy is undergirded by our school mission to engage students in the joy and discipline of learning, and nurture a community of ethical, critical thinkers who, shaped by our evolving Jewish tradition, walk through the world with confidence and humility. Our core values of Kehillah Kedoshah (Sacred Community); Talmud Torah (Academic Excellence); Derech Eretz (Kindness, Empathy, & Respect); Tzedek, Tzedek Tirdof (Ethical Responsibility); Avodat Halev (Soulful Intention), and Ahavat Yisrael (Love for Israel) serve as a commitment with the students, families and community members that we serve to energize the present, explore the past, and embrace the future.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
A love of elementary school students is a must
Prior experience working with school aged children
Proficiency with Google Suite (Google Calendar, Google Docs) and adept computer skills
Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing Hebrew required
Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing English required
Ability to positively collaborate with partner teachers and colleagues
Ability to engage professionally and positively with colleagues, students and families
Commitment to professional growth and continuous learning
Ability to work on campus weekdays 7:30AM - 3:45PM

Responsibilities

Assist lead Judaic Studies teachers with implementation of Judaic Studies curriculum, assessment, and positive student engagement in the classroom, on-campus, and during off-campus activities and experiential learning opportunities, i.e. field trips.
Utilize appropriate instructional materials and techniques as guided by the Judaic Studies lead teacher(s) or learning specialist(s) to differentiate for multiple learning needs
Collaborate and implement lesson plans as designated by lead Judaic Studies teacher(s)
Assist in student accountability and curricular completion, including helping to track student progress and completion of assignments
Attend TA Staffulty meetings, in-services, professional development, and all other required meetings
Maintain a positive and professional demeanor, working cooperatively with multi-disciplinary teams to serve a diverse student population
Supervise students during recess, lunch, and other specified non-teaching times
Complete additional tasks in support of Sinai Akiba’s mission, as directed by the Director of Jewish Education, Director of Student Life & Experiential Learning, and/or Head of School