Religious School Faculty (2025–2026)

Now Hiring: Religious School Teachers for 2025-2026/5786 School Year!
Join the Nesiyah Team at Shaare Torah – Gaithersburg, MD

Are you passionate about Jewish learning, community, and working with children? Shaare Torah, a warm and welcoming Conservative synagogue in Gaithersburg, MD, is growing—and so is our religious school program, Nesiyah! We’re excited to expand our dedicated teaching team for the 2025–2026 school year.

We’re seeking enthusiastic and creative educators to help bring Judaism to life for our diverse and dynamic student body. Whether you're an experienced teacher or new to the classroom with a love for Jewish learning, we want to hear from you.

Available Positions:

• Classroom Teachers (Pre-K – 7th Grade)

• Hebrew Language Teachers

• Elective (Chug) Teachers – Specialties in Arts, Sports, Nature, Hebrew, or Rabbinic Texts encouraged!

Why Join Us?

• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside passionate educators and community leaders.

• Hands-On Learning: Embrace experiential education with a full, engaging curriculum provided.

• Inclusive & Supportive: We welcome neurodiverse learners and provide on-site support through our Inclusion Coordinator.

• Flexibility: In-person and online teaching options available.

Schedule:

• Sundays: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• Midweek Afternoons: 4:45 PM – 6:15 PM

• Select Shabbat Mornings: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

What We're Looking For:

• Passion for Judaism and Jewish education

• Comfort working with children of diverse needs and learning styles

• Creativity and energy for hands-on, student-centered teaching

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary

• Professional development opportunities

• A vibrant, supportive community

• Complete curriculum and training provided

Ready to make a difference in Jewish education? Come be a part of something special at Shaare Torah.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer opportunities for professional growth and a supportive community. Full curriculum is provided, along with the support of our onsite Inclusion Coordinator.

Please send your resume to Leah Miller, Director of Family Education & Engagement, at [email protected]. We look forward to welcoming you to our inclusive and innovative school community!