7th Grade Hebrew School Teacher

Kerem Shalom in Concord, MA is seeking a dynamic 7th Grade teacher to join our vibrant “Hebrew School Reimagined” community, which meets once per week (on Monday evenings from 6:30-8:00 PM) during the school year.

Job Description: 

Our 7th Grade Hebrew School seminar and dinner meets once per week from 6:30-8:00 (dinner at 6:30, class at 7:00) on Mondays throughout the academic school year. 

The 7th Grade program will be a Judaic academic subject. Topic will be open for development, based on the applicant’s skillset and passion. Potential topics include: Holocaust, Social Justice, Current Events/Politics, Jewish History or Bible studies. 

All candidates will collaborate with the Director of Congregational Learning on the development of the curriculum and incoming teacher/s will be compensated over the summer for up to 10 hours of course development/collaboration time. 

Responsibilities:

• Plan and lead a Judaics class for 7th graders – 24 sessions per academic year
• Include 7th grade parents for “Parent Learning Nights” within academic year
• Attend 3 faculty meetings and in-service meetings with the Director of Congregational Learning throughout the academic year (roughly 2-2.25 hours each)
• Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Prepare and submit weekly lesson plans
• Update parents on ongoing class progress/status

Qualifications:

• Passion and love for Jewish education
• Experience teaching or facilitating in a Jewish educational setting.
• Energetic and engaging teaching style
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience teaching 7th graders or teens (preferred, but not required)

Benefits:

Teacher salaries are paid monthly, on a 9-month academic year cycle, based on the number of taught sessions and an hourly rate. 

• Salary: $60-$80/hour based on level of teaching experience
• Summer Curriculum Prep and Collaborative Meetings (reimbursed at hourly rate)
• Weekly Monday night Pizza Dinners

About Us: 

We are a welcoming and inclusive synagogue committed to Jewish life and spiritual growth. We value creativity, education, and a high level of community engagement. Our exploration of progressive Judaism stands upon three values: kehillah (community), simchah (joy), and k’vod ha-b’riyot (respect for the dignity of every person). 

How to Apply: 

Submit resumes and questions to Interim Director of Education, Mindy Harris, at learning@keremshalom.org.