Career Center

Description:

Bi-Cultural Hebrew Academy, a Prekindergarten - Grade 12 independent school, is a vibrant and dynamic environment in which to work located in Stamford, CT.  BCHA prides itself on cutting edge academics with a child-centered approach. The school embraces a culture of collaboration with a genuine commitment to professional development enabling our staff to be lifelong learners as we teach our students. Our school provides the opportunity to work in a stimulating, inspiring and rewarding environment, and we are committed to providing a premier educational experience by bringing new ideas, opportunities, people, skills and experiences to our students.

We are currently seeking a part or full-time Lower School Judaic Studies (Limmudei Kodesh) for the 2023-24 academic year.

Experience and Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree education or a related field; advanced degree(s) preferable, not required
• Strong knowledge and familiarity with Chumash
• Ability to lead Tefillah and Jewish informal programming
• Proficient knowledge of Hebrew
• A solid understanding of child development, varied learning styles, and effective strategies for dealing with such differences
• Commitment to professional development.
• Patience, flexibility, and a sense of humor
• Well-developed, effective classroom management skills
• Strong organization skills
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
• Works well in a collaborative model with administrators, teachers and parents
• Experience with integrating technology into the classroom
• Ability to engage and inspire students, parents, and families

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is commensurate with experience. 

Benefits:

401(k)

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Reports to: Director of Judaics; Lower School Principal