Beged Kefet Teacher

About the APJCC:The Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley is a nonprofit community center that welcomes people of all faiths. We provide social, cultural, educational and recreational services for the entire community. The APJCC Fitness Center is the winner of Metro Silicon Valley's "Best Health Club" 2006, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, & 2017. Our 20,000 square foot fitness center is filled with state-of-the-art equipment. We are open to all faiths and backgrounds and our diverse community offer a wide variety of programming opportunities for every level of fitness.Overview of the Role:The role of the Begged Kefet teacher is to teach Hebrew to students and develop their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. In addition, the Beged Kefet teacher will also implement a Hebrew curriculum that will focus on Israeli Culture, songs, literature, art and Judaic holidays and traditions. This is an accredited Hebrew Language program taught to children in grades K-5, 6-8, and 9-12.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:Create and implement lesson plans for each class based on curriculum program goals. Required to teach 100 hours per High School accreditation rules.Assign, collect and evaluate appropriate homework assignmentsUpdate on-line school record system with assignment information, attendance tracking and grades based on completed assignments, on a monthly basis, in order to meet accreditation requirementsParticipate in regularly scheduled meetings with Head of School to review lesson plan offerings, student progress and parent concernsAttend teacher workshops as neededConduct orientation meeting with parents to review academic goals for the school yearWork with parents if a child is struggling with class material to review concerns and identify a solution; involve the Head of School when relevantGenerate progress reports twice a year and communicate student progress to parentsOrganize and host several parties during the school year focused on various Jewish Holiday themesPost class summary documentation (feedback, photos, homework assignments and grades) on-line after each class to keep parents up to date with school progressCreate and actively promote a comfortable and welcoming environment where every participant is treated with dignity and respect, in a friendly, personalized mannerBe a role model to children and staff by maintaining a positive attitude when interacting with children.Handle and address parent concerns and questions promptly and appropriately; informing Head of School when relevantRepresent the APJCC in a professional manner and provides excellent customer servicePerform other related duties as assigned by managementQualifications & Skills:Bachelor Degree or equivalent in teaching, languages or liberal arts1-2 years of teaching in a K-12 schoolNETA Hebrew Language Teaching Certification requiredFluent in Hebrew (Speaking, Reading and Writing)Comprehensive understanding of Israeli CultureCleared Background Check (Fingerprints)Pediatric First Aid and CPR CertifiedStrong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Ability to communicate information clearly (both written and oral)Ability and desire to work independently and as a team member with the community and other employeesAbility to multi-task and adjust priorities when requiredWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office 2010Positive, upbeat and enthusiastic about working in a non-profit environmentThis position is contingent upon the completion and cleared background check of a fingerprint and live scan assessment.Physical Demands & Working Conditions:The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to:Work in the vicinity of childrenRemain stationaryFrequently stand for long periods of time during eventsMove within your work areaAbility to climb, push and pullAbility to observe child behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency proceduresVisual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation (fire, evacuation, illness or injury)Operate a computer and office productivity machineryCommunicate across a variety of mediumsTransport items up to 10 lbs.Work environmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. While performing the duties of this job, the work environment can be noisy and you may be working in close proximity with others. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as phones, computers and printers. You will have access to restroom, copy room and break room facilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jewish Silicon Valley