College Of Charleston Is Hiring An Instructor Of Hebrew

Join the College of Charleston’s dynamic Jewish Studies Program as we seek a passionate and skilled instructor to teach Modern Hebrew and contribute to our interdisciplinary curriculum. 📚✨

Posting Details

📝 POSTING INFORMATION

• Internal Title: Instructor of Hebrew
• Position Type: Instructor
• School/Area: School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs
• Department: Jewish Studies

📋 Position Description

The Yaschik/Arnold Jewish Studies Program at the College of Charleston invites applications for a full-time Instructor of Hebrew position, starting August 2026. We are looking for a dynamic educator with proven excellence in teaching Modern Hebrew as a world language. The successful candidate will also have the credentials and interest to teach interdisciplinary courses that enhance our liberal arts offerings.

The College's two-year language requirement can be fulfilled with Hebrew coursework, which is also integral to the Jewish Studies major and minor, as well as Middle Eastern and Islamic World Studies programs. During the sixth year, the instructor will be reviewed for promotion to Senior Instructor. The position offers benefits, and the salary is competitive.

🎓 Qualifications

• Native or near-native command of Hebrew
• Strong proficiency in English
• Master’s degree in Hebrew or related pedagogical field (PhD preferred)
• At least 2 years college-level teaching experience (preferred)
• Ability to contribute to another program in LCWA is desirable

📝 Responsibilities

The selected candidate will:

• Teach undergraduate courses in Hebrew
• Develop courses to expand program offerings
• Maintain a teaching load of 12 credit hours per semester, including at least two Hebrew courses each term

🌐 Program Environment

The Yaschik/Arnold Jewish Studies Program features a vibrant community engaged in social sciences and humanities research and teaching. The program also fosters active student life through Hillel. Applicants are encouraged to visit our program website. To learn more about the College of Charleston, please visit our website.

📩 How to Apply

Applicants should submit:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae including three references with contact info
• Teaching philosophy
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (uploaded as Teaching Portfolio)

For more information, contact Dr. Beth Meyer-Bernstein, Interim Director, at meyerbernsteine@.

🗓️ Important Dates

• Posting Date: 10/01/2025
• Closing Date: 12/15/2025
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Posting Number: F2016471P

⚖️ Equal Opportunity Statement

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on sex, gender, pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or other protected classes. For more details, please visit our diversity statement.