Kindergarten Hebrew/Judaics Associate Teacher (Fall 2026)

The Senesh School, an open and inclusive independent K-8 Jewish school in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, is hiring a kindergarten Hebrew/Judaic studies associate teacher to join our 2026-27 faculty. Successful candidates will be creative, nurturing, and reflective educators who possess a growth mindset. Competitive salary and benefits; $50,000 commensurate with experience. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Sara Keen, Lower School Director, Hannah Senesh Community Day School at skeen@hannahsenesh.org.About The SchoolThe Senesh School is a progressive Jewish day school where students grow into curious, kind, and confident people. Senesh cultivates intellectual curiosity in a rigorous and joyful academic environment that teaches the whole child. Students are guided by Jewish values and challenged to be agents of change toward a more just world. Students, parents, and staff together create a welcoming and vibrant home at Senesh, offering a place of belonging for diverse Jewish families. To learn more about the school visit our website at www.hannahsenesh.org.Responsibilities IncludeCollaborating with the head teacher to support classroom routines and to establish a warm, nurturing environment in which students embrace learning with curiosityCollaborating with the grade level team around curricular planning, classroom culture and community, special programs, and student needsTeaching daily Hebrew class for small group of Heritage learners through engagement with Israeli stories, authentic Hebrew texts and materials, songs, and gamesSupporting student learning through small group and individual instructionLeading whole group activities with the support of lead teacherSupporting students’ social-emotional development and classroom communityMaintaining ongoing communication about student needs and progress with lead teacherAttending a weekly faculty meeting, grade level meeting, and other professional development opportunitiesSupervisory duties such as lunch, recess, and earlybird arrivalQualifications And DispositionsFluent Hebrew speakerBachelor's degree in education or work towards an advanced degree in educationOne-two years experience working with childrenStrong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to develop relationships with students, parents, and teachersCollaborative and works successfully as an integral part of a teamCultural competency and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and belongingStrong work ethic and ability to learn new skills quicklyHannah Senesh Community Day School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates who will add to the diversity of our school community including, but not limited to staff of any race, color, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, gender, gender identity, and sexual orientation.