What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jewish Studies Teacher (Middle and/or High School) position at San Diego Jewish Academy (SDJA)?
Jewish Studies Teacher (Middle and/or High School)
SDJA is seeking a teacher of Jewish Studies to middle and/or high school students. The successful candidate will have a comfort level in a broad range of subject knowledge in a variety of topics in Judaic Studies. This position may involve teaching Tanach, Rabbinics, Jewish history, Jewish values, Jewish rituals, and/or Israel, with a focus on how the views of Jewish traditions inform aspects of our lives today. The successful candidate will have an understanding of the diverse viewpoints associated with teaching in a pluralistic day school setting. The ideal candidate will have facility with studying and teaching text using Hebrew. The teacher will also work closely with members of the staff to provide an inspiring and motivational Jewish learning environment. High school teachers also participate in leading minyan, assisting in student Jewish life programming, and chaperoning as needed.
SDJA MUS Jewish Studies Mission Statement:
To make Torah accessible for all learners. To inspire connections to Israel, Jewish values, Jewish history, Jewish practice, Jewish tradition and Jewish beliefs. To promote lifelong learning and engagement.
Requirements:
SDJA seeks an experienced Jewish Studies teacher with a minimum of 3 years of classroom experience who has a background in curricular and pedagogical innovation. The successful candidate will possess the following capacities: a sincere love of working with teenagers, a passion for a variety of topics within Jewish Studies and the teaching of it, curiosity and a growth mindset, the ability to provide differentiated instruction, and an interest in integrating student voice and student choice into the curriculum. A bachelor’s degree is required; an advanced degree is preferred.
Salary Range & Benefits Package:
The anticipated salary range for this position is $52,162 to $83,594 (for full-time, pro-rated for part-time). The offer to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and years of experience; training; practical knowledge; and education.
SDJA prides itself on the strong sense of community that exists within the school. In addition to an inclusive organizational climate, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees which includes: health; dental; vision; life insurance; short and long term disability; mental health benefits and an employee assistance plan; a tax savings flexible spending account plan for out of pocket health and dependent care expenses; a 401k retirement plan with a generous employer match; wellness benefits; kosher lunch community dining program; and much, much more!
About SDJA:
For more than 40 years, SDJA has been a leader in education as a pluralistic preschool - 12th grade school serving the Jewish community on our beautiful 56-acre campus. Our mission is to empower each student to learn for life, guided by Jewish values and rooted in the strength of community. We are shaping the foundation of future thinkers, creators and community leaders by blending modern education with deeper purpose and meaning. Students are inspired to embrace creativity, innovation and entrepreneurial thinking in their learning, shaping them to become leaders of integrity, social responsibility, and architects of change.
Statement of Inclusivity and Non-discrimination
SDJA is a community of learners who value the rich diversity of its members. In order to prepare students for living and leading in a diverse and complex world, we welcome students, families, faculty, staff, and trustees with differences based on (but not limited to) race, color, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, family structure, and economic background.
SDJA is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. The School will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant or an employee unless undue hardship would result. You are not required to note the presence of a disability on the employment application. If, however, you require reasonable accommodation in the application and/or interview process due to disability, requests must be made in a timely manner.
Salary : $52,162 - $83,594
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