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Employment Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in joining the Abraham Joshua Heschel School. Below is a list of our open positions. Please click on the link to find out more about the position and how to apply.
Heschel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Early Childhood Leave Replacement
- Early Childhood/Lower School Hebrew Language and Judaic Studies Head
- Lower School Assistant Teacher
- Lower School Head Teacher
- Middle School Ivrit Teacher
- High School Social Studies Teacher
- High School Arabic Teacher
- High School Chemistry Teacher
- High School Spanish Teacher
- Technology Support Specialist
Early Childhood Leave Replacement
Early Childhood Leave Replacement
The Abraham Joshua Heschel School is seeking a full-time maternity leave Early Childhood Hebrew/Judaic Studies teacher beginning February 3, 2020 through the end of the school year. Our faculty teaches in a professional, collaborative Jewish environment. We seek candidates with experience and passion for working with young children. Fluency in spoken Hebrew, working closely within a team, familiarity with dual-language programs, an understanding of an interdisciplinary approach to education and curriculum development is required. A Bachelor's degree in Education and US work visa are also required.
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume and references to Janet Gat at janet.gat@heschel.org.
Early Childhood/Lower School Hebrew Language and Judaic Studies Head
Early Childhood/Lower School Hebrew Language and Judaic Studies Head
The Abraham Joshua Heschel School, located in New York City, is an independent, pluralistic Jewish Day School, N-12, unaffiliated with any single movement or synagogue. The school’s approach to education is governed by a profound respect for children and a deep commitment to academic excellence. Teachers at Heschel nurture students’ curiosity, cultivate their imagination, encourage creative expression, value their initiative, and build their critical-thinking skills. The Heschel School is dedicated to inspiring its graduates to become responsible adults and active, compassionate citizens of the Jewish world and world communities. The Heschel School includes families from a wide range of Jewish backgrounds, practices and beliefs.
The Abraham Joshua Heschel School is seeking a Hebrew Language and Judaic Studies Head for the 2020-2021 school year for Nursery through Fifth Grade.
The Hebrew Language and Judaic Studies Head will infuse and inspire a love of Israel, Hebrew language, and Torah studies. In addition to involvement with faculty and curriculum, the Hebrew Language and Judaic Studies Head works collaboratively with the Heads of the Early Childhood and Lower School divisions in planning, staff development, and curriculum design.
The ideal candidate for this leadership position should have:
-expertise with curriculum development and implementation in humash and Hebrew Language
-fluency in Hebrew and a love of Israel
-classroom experience working with students in Early Childhood and Lower School
-strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills
-a desire to work cooperatively with a diverse and stimulating group of students, faculty, parents, and administrative colleagues.
The Hebrew Language and Judaic Studies Head should be a dynamic and energetic educator who understands the mission of the Abraham Joshua Heschel School and wants to bring it to life in the school’s curriculum and programs. The Hebrew Language and Judaic Studies Head will report to the Early Childhood Head and the Lower School Head.
To apply, click the following link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/
Lower School Assistant Teacher
Abraham Joshua Heschel School is seeking assistant teaching professionals for the 2020-21 school year.
Assistant Teacher (Grades 1-2) candidates with Hebrew and Judaic Studies knowledge are preferred, but not required.
Candidates should be comfortable differentiating instruction, have experience integrating technology in classroom learning, and enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues. Responsive Classroom training beneficial but not required.
Abraham Joshua Heschel School, located in New York City, is an independent, pluralistic Jewish Day School, N-12, unaffiliated with any single movement or synagogue. The school’s approach to education is governed by a profound respect for children and a deep commitment to academic excellence. Teachers at Heschel nurture students’ curiosity, cultivate their imagination, encourage creative expression, value their initiative, and build their critical-thinking skills. The Heschel School is dedicated to inspiring its graduates to become responsible adults and active, compassionate citizens of the Jewish world and world communities. The Heschel School includes families from a wide range of Jewish backgrounds, practices and beliefs.
Qualified applicants should upload a cover letter and resume. To apply, follow this link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/
Abraham Joshua Heschel School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Lower School Head Teacher
Lower School Head Teacher
Abraham Joshua Heschel School is seeking head teaching professionals for the 2020-21 school year.
Head Teacher (Grades 1-5) candidates must have a Master’s degree and at least three years head teacher experience.
Candidates should be comfortable differentiating instruction, have experience integrating technology in classroom learning, and enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues. Responsive Classroom training beneficial but not required.
Abraham Joshua Heschel School, located in New York City, is an independent, pluralistic Jewish Day School, N-12, unaffiliated with any single movement or synagogue. The school’s approach to education is governed by a profound respect for children and a deep commitment to academic excellence. Teachers at Heschel nurture students’ curiosity, cultivate their imagination, encourage creative expression, value their initiative, and build their critical-thinking skills. The Heschel School is dedicated to inspiring its graduates to become responsible adults and active, compassionate citizens of the Jewish world and world communities. The Heschel School includes families from a wide range of Jewish backgrounds, practices and beliefs. \
Qualified applicants should upload a cover letter and resume. To apply, follow this link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/
Abraham Joshua Heschel School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Middle School Ivrit Teacher
Abraham Joshua Heschel School is seeking a full time Middle School Ivrit teacher for grades 6-8 for 2020-21.
Candidates should enjoy the process of teamwork to develop curriculum and to plan special events, and be committed to paying individual attention to students. Applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree, at least two years experience teaching, and experience teaching Hebrew as a second language. Preference will be given to candidates who have taught students of all levels and abilities and with different learning styles.
Please send your resume with a cover letter or email explaining your qualifications and interest in the position to Rabbi Jack Nahmod, Middle School Judaic Studies Head, at jack.nahmod@heschel.org.
High School Social Studies Teacher
High School Social Studies Teacher
Abraham Joshua Heschel School is seeking a full-time social studies teacher for our high school division for the 2020-21 school year.
Our ninth through eleventh grade social studies curriculum focuses on the sixteenth through the twentieth centuries, primarily in Europe, both East and West, and the United States, as well as the Middle East. The senior year offerings are single-semester electives. This full-time position consists of teaching four classes, with additional responsibilities and involvement in student activities and the life of the school. We seek a candidate prepared to work closely and collaboratively with other department members in teaching this independent school curriculum.
Applicants must take an interactive approach to teaching that encourages authentic communication among students. We seek candidates with at least an MA and two years of teaching experience at the high school or college level. Preference will be given to candidates who have taught students of all levels and abilities and with different learning styles. Candidates should enjoy the process of teamwork to develop curriculum and to plan special events.
To be considered for this position, please click here: https://workforcenow.adp.com/
High School Arabic Teacher
Abraham Joshua Heschel School seeks a part-time high school teacher to teach beginning/intermediate level of Modern Standard Arabic. The ideal candidate has an interactive approach to teaching that encourages authentic communication in the target language between students; enjoys collaborating with colleagues and sharing ideas and activities that are student-centered and that put the students in command of their own learning.
Qualifications:
Bachelor degree, Masters degree is preferred
Experience teaching at the high school or university level
Qualified applicants should upload a cover letter and resume. To apply, follow this link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/
High School Chemistry Teacher
Abraham Joshua Heschel School is currently seeking a full-time Chemistry Teacher for our High School division for the 2020-21 school year. The ideal candidate would be able to take on honors chemistry or general chemistry classes and adapt the curriculum to either skill level, run engaging and well-managed laboratory activities, and manage the inventory of chemical substances and laboratory equipment with attention and care. Experience or background teaching introductory physics is a plus.
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Bachelor degree in Chemistry, Masters or PhD preferred
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Master degree in Education preferred
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Experience teaching chemistry at a high school or university level
We are a laptop school in which every student and faculty member works with a laptop in the classroom (one per person), and every classroom has a smartboard. The building is a full, wireless environment. In addition, we have three state of the art laboratories and ample prep space.
Qualified applicants should upload a cover letter and resume. To apply, follow this link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/
High School Spanish Teacher
High School Spanish Teacher
Abraham Joshua Heschel School seeks a part-time high school Spanish teacher. The ideal candidate has an interactive approach to teaching that encourages authentic communication in the target language between students; enjoys collaborating with colleagues and sharing ideas and activities that are student-centered and that put the students in command of their own learning.
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Bachelor degree, Masters degree is preferred
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Experience teaching at the high school or university level
Qualified applicants should upload a cover letter and resume. To apply, follow this link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/
Technology Support Specialist
Technology Support Specialist
Abraham Joshua Heschel School has an opening for a full-time position as a Technology Support Specialist.
The Technology Support Specialist will:
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Provide help desk support for students, faculty, and staff
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Manage and maintain A/V setups in large performance spaces as well as other spaces
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Maintain and troubleshoot classroom A/V equipment (smartboards, projects, etc)
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Maintain JAMF Pro policy and enrollments
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Use and troubleshooting of performance equipment such as microphones, sound systems, and projectors
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Installation, troubleshooting of problems with computers, software, network, and peripheral equipment
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G Suite support as needed
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Maintain repair certification from Apple and other vendors as needed
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Maintain equipment for loan (inventory, repair, distribution, and returns)
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Assist faculty with classroom activities that include technology
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Lead and participate in technology training sessions
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Other duties as assigned
The ideal candidate will possess:
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4-year college degree or equivalent work experience
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Prior experience in an educational setting
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Experience with JAMF Pro
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Experience working on interactive projectors and SMART Notebook
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Apple Macintosh Repair Certification
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Patience and good interpersonal skills
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Facility and comfort working independently and collaboratively
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Ability to be flexible with weekly schedule on occasion, which may include working evenings and/or weekends
Qualified applicants should upload a cover letter and resume. To apply, follow this link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/