Jewish Studies Teacher
4 days ago
Job Details
Job Location: Gann Academy - Waltham, MA
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $ $ Salary/year
Description
ABOUT GANN
Gann Academy is a pluralistic Jewish high school that challenges students to cultivate their talents and interests in all areas of human potential: intellectual, artistic, spiritual, and physical. Our faculty, composed of both Jewish and non-Jewish educators, guides the student journey. We seek professionals who are committed to collaborating and growing in their teaching practice; supporting diverse learners in the classroom; and connecting with students outside the classroom, both formally and informally.
Gann Academy is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture where talented people of widely diverse backgrounds can thrive. Including diverse perspectives will improve our work and yield better societal and learning outcomes for all. All employees participate in this commitment, whether internally by building a welcoming workplace culture or externally by ensuring inclusive engagement with families and other community members.
Perhaps most of all, Gann offers a community of innovative, collaborative, and compassionate professionals— people who care about their work, their school, and their colleagues. We help one another learn, solve problems, and have fun.
ABOUT OUR TEAM
Our Jewish Studies and Jewish Life Departments are led by talented professionals who are committed to teaching and engaging students. If you enjoy working with students and want to develop their love and knowledge of Judaism, this role offers you a fantastic opportunity to join Boston's leading Jewish High School. Gann's outstanding faculty sharpens our students' intellect, challenging them to become analytical, creative, empathetic, and out-of-the-box thinkers.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Gann Academy seeks candidates for a full-time, in-person Jewish Studies Teacher position for the school year. Responsibilities will include teaching Jewish Studies and contributing to our comprehensive experiential Jewish Education program in the areas of Tefilah ("Zman Kodesh"), Shabbat and Holiday Programming, and Student Leadership. Successful candidates will have a passion for Jewish Education, a deep knowledge of Jewish texts and observance, and a commitment to collaborating, reflecting, and growing in their teaching and leadership practice. Personal qualities such as creativity, curiosity, perseverance, and flexibility are desirable, as are effective communication skills with both students and families. Candidates will be able to connect well with teenagers, serve as a role model of engaged and inspired Jewish living, and facilitate students' development of their Jewish identities. Candidates should enjoy working in a pluralistic Jewish setting and engaging students from all Jewish backgrounds.
This is an in-person, full-time position starting in August 2026. The salary range is between $55,000 and $90,000 annually, commensurate with relevant work experience and qualifications. The portfolio of responsibilities will be drawn from the list below:
Jewish Studies Teacher responsibilities may include
Teaching Jewish Studies classes and experiential modules Preparing lessons and developing curriculum In collaboration with colleagues and school administration, planning the team or all-school retreats/shabbatonim, all grade-level shabbatonim, holiday and special programming, and attending and participate in these events/programs Working as a Jewish identity advisor to guide and mentor students through their Jewish journeys Leading Zman Kodesh two (2) mornings per week and during other days of the school year when Zman Kodesh takes place (ie. Rosh Chodesh, Jewish Holidays) Israel Programming: Working collaboratively to plan and implement Israel educational programming, including but not limited to Yom HaShoah, Yom HaZikaron, and Yom HaAtzmaut.Collaborative Responsibilities
Work with students outside of the classroom as needed Work collaboratively with colleagues across all departments Attend and participate in department meetings; collaborate with department members and instructional director on curriculum development, lesson planning, student issues, and department initiatives Assist colleagues with substitution when able; arrange and communicate class coverage as neededProfessional Development, Growth, and Training
Attend and participate in all faculty/staff work-day programs, in-service training (including both August and June in-service days), orientation programs, seminars, and safety training/drills Pursue professional development opportunities in or out of school; display willingness and ability to grow, learn, and practice self-reflection; work with instructional director and other members of the faculty and administration on educational and pedagogical growth and innovative tools and techniques in and out of the classroom Administrative ResponsibilitiesAttend and participate in parent/teacher conferences and advisor conferences, which may take place in the evening Keep records of correspondence with parents, progress of advisees, records of teaching practice and student work, and utilize the school database appropriately to communicate student issues Take and record attendance; prepare and file reports, letters, grades, and comments as required and directed by school administration Complete required paperwork, forms, surveys, employment documents, background checks/fingerprinting, online training programs, and other school policy and legal requirements by established deadlines
Qualifications
COMPETENCIES and SKILLS
Experience working with teens A background in Jewish studies and very strong knowledge of Jewish texts and traditions. Experience designing curriculum and planning lessons. Strong interpersonal skills and well-developed empathy. Ability to work within a pluralistic Jewish setting. Ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and community members. Self-starter with good organizational and planning skills. Ability to prioritize several projects, assimilating information with accuracy and consistent attention to detail. Excellent written and oral communication skills. A master's degree or higher is preferredEMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Competitive salaries Professional development Comprehensive benefits package featuring generous paid time off policies -including sick time, paid vacation, personal days, and U.S. holidays, Gann employees get up to an additional 15 days off for Jewish Holidays, depending on the Jewish Calendar of the year Short Fridays Comprehensive Health Insurance Retirement Plan Match (403B) starting immediately Hungry? Gann has a full-service kosher dairy dining hall, complete with a fresh salad bar and multiple hot meal options Free parking Fitness facilities for our faculty and staff Life Insurance Short - and Long-term disability Paid MAPFMLWORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical demands include dexterity for operating office machines and supplies, such as computers, telephones, copy machines, and printers. Stooping, bending, and reaching for files or supplies, as well as sitting or standing for extended periods, are common.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Gann Academy is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the school to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), and pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or veteran status.
ACCOMMODATION
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with a reasonable accommodation to be determined on a case-by-case basis by management.
E-VERIFY
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed Form I-9.
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