Jewish Studies Teacher

Who We Are
Located 25 miles northwest of downtown Chicago, Rochelle Zell Jewish High School is a private, co-educational high school. Our mission is to create a culture of academic excellence that inspires and prepares our students to think critically, achieve their full potential, and live Judaism as responsible and involved citizens in the modern world.

Rochelle Zell offers a college preparatory program that combines a rigorous general studies education with a comprehensive Jewish studies education. Small classes and individualized instruction help students find their own voice, solve problems creatively, cultivate respect for individual differences, and develop a deep dedication to learning. Rochelle Zell also offers a competitive athletic program, as well as numerous extracurricular activities and leadership opportunities. These opportunities pave the way for our students to matriculate into some of the best colleges and universities in the country and abroad. 

Rochelle Zell opened its doors as Chicagoland Jewish High School (CJHS) in 2001 to 26 students and has continued to grow. Upon receiving a generous endowment from the Zell family, the school was renamed in honor of the Zell family matriarch, Rochelle Zell. Our current enrollment consists of 138 students drawn from over 20 communities in the Chicago area and beyond.

Who We’re Seeking
We are seeking a skilled and passionate Jewish Studies teacher. Applicants preferably possess experience teaching Talmud and Tanakh classes at the high school level. Applicants approach teaching and learning with students by providing warm and compassionate support around academic skills. This is a unique opportunity to join a highly professional faculty at a school that offers a robust and rigorous dual curriculum in General and Jewish Studies. At minimum, qualified applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree.

Duties and Responsibilities
Teacher reports directly to the Jewish Studies Department Chair and works closely with Dean of Faculty and Academic Dean. Teacher is responsible for carrying out the following duties and responsibilities:

1. Planning and Instruction: Plans and delivers instruction based on clear, departmentally agreed upon course learning targets.
2. Assessment: Assesses student understanding using variety of formative and summative instruments aligned to course learning targets.
3. Classroom Environment: Establishes and maintains clear expectations for student conduct.
4. Professionalism: Demonstrates professional judgment, ethical conduct, and appropriate language/behavior with colleagues, students, and families. Follows polices contained in the Rochelle Zell Jewish High School Faculty Handbook.

Contract Dates
July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026

Compensation
$65,000 to $73,000, based on degree and experience. Includes benefits. Possible additional stipends for supplemental duties