Judaic Studies Lead Teachers 2026-27

Job Description

Job Description

Knowledge of Hebrew language and Judaic Studies, Jewish religious customs and holidays is a must!

Magen David Yeshivah is looking for Judaic Studies Lead Teachers 2026-27 at our Brooklyn school. FT and PT positions are available. The school year is consistent with the Jewish calendar and closed during summer.

Responsibilities

• Teaching Minha, Torat Haim, Shaharit, GEMS, Tefliah, Gemara, Hesed, Dinim, Chumash, etc.

• The Head Teacher will design and maintain a classroom environment that facilitates active, hands-on learning, group management, self-expression and choice, and inclusion of all children, parents, volunteers and staff.

• Communicate with parents and school counselors on student progress.

• Educate and support students to help them accomplish learning benchmarks.

• Plan lessons that target specific skills and concepts.

• Evaluate each student’s growth in knowledge and skills in the course being taught.

• Cultivate core Jewish values such as kindness, respect, compassion and integrity within students.

• Participates in various student and parent activities which occur in school including PTA and student clubs.

Qualifications:

• Head Teacher should have a Master’s degree and hold certification and/or NYS license in related fields with a minimum of 1-3 years of teaching experience.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer offering:

• A competitive salary will be based on education and experience

• Comprehensive benefits package

• A 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% company match

• Tuition Reimbursement

• School paid lunch.

• Continuous school-wide Professional Development

• The school year is consistent with the Jewish calendar and closed during the summer.

Now is an exciting time to join us!

About the School:

Established in 1946, the mission of Magen David Yeshivah is to ensure and globally support the continuity of Sephardic communities through education. Its vision is to develop a new, globally recognized center of excellence that prepares students to excel academically, graduate college as well as professional graduate schools, and apply their unique talents in the world to create economically independent and personally fulfilling lives