Ivrit Teacher at Seattle Hebrew Academy

Seattle Hebrew Academy is seeking an experienced and passionate Ivrit teacher for our Middle and Lower School students who will also play a key role in ensuring a seamless transition in the Hebrew curriculum from K-8. The ideal candidate will have strong pedagogical expertise, a collaborative mindset, and a deep commitment to student success.

Seattle Hebrew Academy, a Modern Orthodox Jewish Day School, has been serving the greater Seattle community for 70 years, by providing exceptional academics and inspired Judaic Studies to children from Early Childhood through 8th Grade.

Seattle Hebrew Academy supports teacher growth and development through professional mentoring, peer mentoring, professional development, teacher collaboration and opportunities for growth.

Primary skills and responsibilities:

• developing a learning environment that is conducive to learning and inspires student growth

• creating organized lesson plans where students are encouraged to engage in inquiry: ask thoughtful questions, discover answers, apply what they learn, and problem-solve creatively

• continually assess student achievement with a variety of methods and modalities toward mastery of standards and keep students and parents informed of student progress

• differentiating instruction according to student needs and abilities; provide accommodations and modifications to support the success of all students

• possessing the knowledge and creativity to deliver innovative and personalized instruction designed to maximize student learning;

• collaborating with partner teachers

• participating in department, school and parent meetings

• communicating effectively with parents, students and colleagues;

• participating in school-wide professional development, and seek continual feedback and coaching to develop as a teacher

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Hebrew, Judaic Studies, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

• Fluency in Hebrew and English with strong communication skills in both languages.

• Experience teaching Hebrew in a school setting, preferably across multiple grade levels.

• Expertise in curriculum development and vertical alignment to ensure smooth transitions between grade levels.

• Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with teachers and administrators.

• Five or more years of teaching experience is highly desirable.

Compensation: Our Competitive Compensation Packages include medical benefits, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan and sick and personal leave.

We thank all applicants in advance!

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and references to Rweiss@sha613.org – Subject Line: Ivrit Position

Rabbi Chaim Weiss

Director of Judaic Studies K-8

(t) 206.323.7933 x 253