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Hebrew Public Is Hiring A Building Substitute (2025-2026)
Join our vibrant community as a Building Substitute and make a meaningful impact in education at Hebrew Language Academy!
Building Substitute
Location: Hebrew Language Academy (2186 Mill Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11234)
Start Date: Summer 2025
Compensation: Starting at $55,000 or above (more details below)
Contact: jobs@hebrewpublic.org
Why HLA? 🤝
HLA is part of a close-knit network managed by Hebrew Public: Charter Schools for Global Citizens. We are NOT a religious or Jewish organization (despite the word "Hebrew" in our name!). We are dedicated to cultivating public charter schools that foster children into becoming global citizens—great problem solvers, effective communicators, and lifelong learners committed to positive change. Join us in building something extraordinary!
What You'll Love About Us ❤️
Great teachers change lives, and Hebrew Public invests heavily in supporting and rewarding our educators. Our comprehensive talent program, SuRGE (Supporting, Rewarding, and Growing Educators), offers:
- Transparent salary increases and guaranteed raises
- Recognition and additional 5-10% raises for excellence
- Clear pathways for career advancement
Starting salary: Competitive at $55,000, with growth opportunities to lead roles based on experience, certifications, and performance.
Potential Benefits* 🎁
- Health Coverage: Medical (85%), Dental (85%), Vision (100%)
- Retirement: 5% employer match up to $6,000, with no vesting period
- Additional Compensation: Performance bonuses and stipends
- Wellness Matters: Mental health resources and employee assistance programs
- Perks for You: Student loan counseling and discounts on wellness & gym memberships
- Paid Time Off: 30+ holidays, 10 PTO days (10-month staff), 20 PTO days (12-month staff)
- Family First: 6 weeks paid parental leave, up to 12 weeks NY Paid Family Leave
- Fertility Services: Coverage with minimal out-of-pocket costs
- Flexible Spending Accounts: Up to $10,000 in HRA funds for health and dependent care
- Insurance: Life insurance and AD&D through UNUM at no cost
- Learn & Grow: Workshops, certifications, and professional development
- Advance Your Career: Partnerships for certification programs
- Travel Opportunities: Global travel experiences
*Benefits packages may vary by role.
What’s the Role 📝
We seek a motivated Building Substitute to deliver engaging, standards-based instruction, employ Responsive Classroom techniques, monitor student progress, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance teaching practices. No Hebrew language skills required; all qualified candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply!
What You’ll Do 🎯
- Provide substitute teaching coverage within the school
- Support teachers through tutoring, grading, and small group instruction
- Participate in summer and academic year professional development and meet regularly with instructional coaches
- Collaborate with faculty and instructional leaders on student work and curriculum coherence
- Connect passionately with students, motivating and inspiring a diverse classroom
- Uphold high academic standards with a strong commitment to all students' success
- Bring energy and enthusiasm to working with students and staff
Who You Are 🌟
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required; Master’s a plus
- K-12 lead teaching experience is a plus
- Experience in urban, public charter, or Title I schools is a plus
- Hold or be working towards NY teacher certification
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
- Legally authorized to work in the USA
Our Commitment 🤝
We are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. Candidates of color and from underrepresented backgrounds in leadership are especially encouraged to apply. Don’t meet every requirement? No worries — we value potential and enthusiasm. Please feel free to apply!
If you need accommodations due to a disability, contact us at jobs@hebrewpublic.org. All requests are confidential and solely for providing necessary support during the interview process.
Learn More 🌐
Ready to join us? Apply today and be part of something extraordinary! 🚀