The Senesh School Is Hiring A Hebrew Teacher

The Senesh School, an open and inclusive K–8 Jewish independent school located in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, is hiring a passionate Hebrew Teacher for the 2026–27 academic year—full-time or part-time options available.

About the Position

Our Hebrew program is rooted in the Proficiency Approach, engaging students through Israeli stories, authentic texts, songs, games, and celebrations. Instruction emphasizes listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, fostering meaningful and joyful Hebrew language use. Hebrew is integrated throughout daily school life, making learning immersive, purposeful, and engaging.

Who We Seek

We are looking for a creative, dynamic, and nurturing educator with a strong growth mindset who thrives in a collaborative environment. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Salary Range

$70,000–$80,000 (pro-rated, depending on experience)

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to:

Andreea Adereth, Hebrew Department Chair
Email: aadereth@hannahsenesh.org

About The School

The Senesh School is a welcoming and inclusive Jewish day school dedicated to nurturing curious, kind, and confident students. We cultivate intellectual curiosity within a rigorous yet joyful academic environment, guided by Jewish values, and encourage students to be agents of change for a more just world. Our vibrant community of students, parents, and staff creates a sense of belonging for diverse Jewish families.

To learn more about us, visit www.hannahsenesh.org.

Responsibilities

• Develop a warm, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
• Teach Hebrew classes and support emergent language learners
• Maintain accurate documentation of curriculum and student progress
• Integrate Hebrew into daily school life through special programs, holidays, and experiences
• Differenti instruction to meet diverse learner needs
• Build strong partnerships with parents to support student growth
• Collaborate with grade-level teams on community programming and student support
• Attend weekly division and department meetings, as well as professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Native or fluent Hebrew speaker with strong pedagogical skills; Hebrew immersion experience preferred
• Master’s degree in education or a related field preferred
• Specialized training and experience in second language acquisition
• Experience teaching Hebrew using the Proficiency Approach and ACTFL guidelines
• Ability to effectively integrate technology to support language learning
• Commitment to a whole child approach—supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally
• Strong cultural competency and dedication to diversity, equity, belonging, and inclusivity within the Jewish community
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills across disciplines

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hannah Senesh Community Day School is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds—including race, color, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation—who will contribute to the diversity and vibrancy of our community.