The Rashi School Is Hiring A Hebrew Teacher Fall 2025

Join Our Community as a Hebrew Teacher for the 2025-2026 School Year! ✨

The Rashi School, Boston’s Reform Jewish Independent School serving students from Pre-K through 8th grade, is seeking a passionate Hebrew Teacher to nurture young learners in a vibrant and inclusive environment.

About Rashi School 🌍

At Rashi, children are celebrated for who they are as they develop their identities. Our mission rooted in social justice aims to foster inquiry—encouraging students to explore not just facts but the how and why, empowering them to become confident, caring, and engaged global Jewish citizens who embrace kindness, resilience, and innovation.

Our Educational Approach 🎓

Lower School: Utilizes a collaborative teaching model to promote academic, social, and emotional growth by nurturing risk-taking, flexibility, empathy, and resilience—modeling these traits for students.

Middle School: Focuses on empowering students through positive relationships, rich content, and student-centered strategies aligned with our core values: respect, learning, community, spirit, and justice.

Position Responsibilities 📝

• Teach 4 sections of Hebrew across Grades K-8 (specific levels to be determined based on experience).
• Support the development of modern Hebrew reading and writing skills, fostering meaningful connections to Jewish and Israeli culture.
• Create engaging tasks and activities to enhance Hebrew language acquisition and cultural literacy.
• Prepare instructional materials and arrange classroom environments for optimal learning.
• Employ various instructional formats including whole group, small group, partner, and independent work.
• Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse student needs and interests.
• Establish routines that promote effective learning and positive behavior.
• Monitor and support student performance, social development, and well-being.
• Set clear objectives for lessons and communicate expectations, emphasizing Hebrew language skills and Jewish identity.
• Provide constructive feedback on student work.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and celebrations of Jewish holidays.
• Assess student progress through assignments and evaluations.
• Participate in weekly planning and departmental meetings.
• Share responsibilities such as recess and lunch supervision.
• Lead or support Tefillah (prayer) and Kabbalat Shabbat services.
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences and communicate regularly with families.
• Prepare and deliver report cards twice yearly.
• Attend faculty meetings and engage in ongoing professional development.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Department Chair or Head of School.

Personal Characteristics 🤝

• Collaborative spirit
• Creative mindset
• Analytical thinking
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Receptive to feedback
• Strong communication and active listening skills
• Dedication to fostering an inclusive community
• Alignment with Rashi’s mission and core values

Qualifications & Requirements 📚

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 3 years teaching experience
• Fluency in Modern Hebrew
• Proficiency Approach experience preferred

Physical & Technical Requirements 💻

• Ability to sit, stand, type, twist, and bend
• Capacity to use telephones and computers effectively
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

How to Apply 📧

If you are passionate about Jewish education and fostering vibrant learning experiences, please email your cover letter, resume, and professional references to jobs@rashi.org.

Our Commitment to Equity & Inclusion 🌟

Rashi is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating an inclusive community. We celebrate diversity in all forms and are committed to ensuring that every individual—regardless of age, race, religion, gender, or background—feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive with us.