Long-Term Substitute (Maternity Leave)

Description

We are seeking a Short-Term Substitute (Maternity Leave).

Teachers at Hillel are responsible for planning instructional activities that meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students. They strive to create a safe and welcoming classroom environment that fosters learning by building strong relationships and employing creative and effective instructional techniques. Hillel teachers are committed to providing outstanding educational experiences and aim to inspire each student’s passion for learning.

This position will begin on August 24, 2026, continuing through mid-October.

At Hillel, we inspire a passion for learning, responsibility to self and community, and devotion to Jewish living in a warm, innovative, and engaging environment.

Responsibilities:

• Teach Jewish Literature for fifth through eighth-grade students.
• Foster social-emotional growth using the Responsive Classroom approach, building a safe community of confident students.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver innovative instructional lessons that facilitate active learning experiences.
• Integrate the use of technology to provide a variety of educational activities.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials.
• Observe, evaluate, encourage, and provide feedback on students' performance and development.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
• Write report cards as needed.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by developing positive personal relationships and maintaining expectations and procedures.
• Address individual learning and work closely with the Student Services team.
  • Promote a collaborative teaching environment where all responsibilities are managed with a team-oriented approach.
• Report to lunch and recess duty as required.
• Communicate with families about academic, social, and emotional growth.
• As part of a team, participate and help plan community days and events.