POSITION TITLE: Jewish Studies Teacher (Middle & Upper School)
REPORTS TO: Division Head and Jewish Studies Instructional Leader
SUPERVISES: N/A
FLSA STATUS & CLASSIFICATION: 1.0 FTE, Exempt Faculty
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Jewish Studies Teacher is a full-time teacher and member of the Jewish Studies Department. A candidate must be a highly skilled and engaging teacher in several fields of classical Jewish study including Chumash with Commentaries and Rabbinics, and Jewish Law. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a highly collaborative environment where value is placed on the skills and passions of the discipline within a larger context of school mission and integrative thinking. Primary responsibilities include: teaching five Jewish Studies classes per year, leading spiritual practice groups, , and collaborating on school-wide Jewish programming as necessary and appropriate, and teaching an Israel seminar.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Monitor progress of each student for mastery of course content, providing intervention or differentiation when necessary and appropriate, and consistent high quality feedback always.
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Ensure relevancy by connecting course content to other academic domains and authentically exploring the relationship between course content, the Milken Community School mission, and the Portrait of the Graduate.
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Utilize collaborative and individual learning opportunities that support student growth.
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Design lessons that are rigorous and well-sequenced in terms of content and developmental appropriateness.
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Develop learning experiences where inquiry, curiosity, and exploration are valued.
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Create a learning environment where students feel safe and welcome.
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Place a strong emphasis on learning and the important natural role mistakes play in learning.
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Demonstrate situational adaptability that balances the needs of social teens, the needs of the lesson, and teachable moments.
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Engage with students outside the classroom through office hours, Jewish experiential activities, and school-wide programming.
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Pursue ongoing professional development in the fields of education and Jewish study.
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Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, required; masters degree or higher preferred.
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Previous teaching experience required; most important is the candidate’s strong textual foundation and demonstrated capacity for classroom teaching
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A passion for Jewish learning, a strong connection to teenagers, and a commitment to Jewish values and a Jewish way of life.
Standard On-Campus Hours
Start: M - F by 7:45 AM
End: M - Th 3:30 PM, F 2:30 PM
*All schedules are subject to change.
SALARY RANGE: $70,000 - $115,000
OUR MISSION
Our School, founded on Jewish values, is about who our children can become, and how they can help others become who they might be. Because the world our children will create tomorrow is born in the School we build today, our mission is to educate our children so they can surpass us.
Milken strives to be a nurturing, diverse and inclusive community. It is a vibrant academic home, drawing faculty and staff from the spectrum of faith, social and cultural backgrounds.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.
Work Environment: At Milken Community School, equity, inclusion, and social justice are central to this mission. We embrace diversity for the benefit of our students, families, faculty, and staff, striving to create a learning community where everyone is known, supported, and valued. As an equal opportunity workplace, Milken is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, responsive environment free from discrimination, harassment, violence, and any other form of abusive conduct. Guided by our mission, we employ and support individuals of all races, ancestries, national origins, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, marital statuses, ages, religions, disabilities, veteran statuses, citizenships, and other legally protected statuses, ensuring that all employees are afforded the rights and privileges available to all members of our school community.