Part Time Upper School Hebrew Teacher

for Sulam in the 2023-2024 school year

Who We Are

Sulam, an inclusion education program for students with learning differences in the Greater Washington area, is seeking a dynamic, skilled, and empathetic English teacher for our Upper School program. We are a family-friendly organization with a warm and supportive culture.

Sulam is a 1-12 Jewish special education inclusion program that provided high quality educational, social, and emotional support for students with disabilities, while teaching the entire community that everyone belongs and can make a vital contribution to the world.

Sulam aspires to create an educational approach where people with learning differences are recognized as vital contributors to a diverse world, and are integrated naturally into the fabric of a school community and broader society.

We believe:

  • Every student has the right to a rigorous Jewish education alongside his/her peers.

  • Every student can be a contributing member of the Jewish community and society at large.

  • Every student has strengths and wants to be successful.

  • Everyone benefits from an inclusive classroom environment in which there are diverse learning styles.

Job Description

The role of US Hebrew teacher is an exciting opportunity to help students grow in their skill with and understanding of the Hebrew language, while working with a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about facilitating the success of every individual student.

Responsibilities: 

  • 2–3 block periods a week, equaling between 6–9 hours a week

  • Teaching a small, self-contained classroom (4–8 students) for grades 9-11, with a focus on building comprehension, writing, and fluency

  • Creating individualized academic goals for students; collecting data and reporting progress on goals

  • Supporting students with work completion

  • Communicating with students and parents regarding progress and performance

  • Participating in team meetings, supervisory meetings, parent-teacher

    conferences, professional development days, and other school-related events

    and activities

  • Completing documentation such as report cards and Formal Education Plans

    (FEPs)

Qualifications and characteristics: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Hebrew or related fields

  • At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred

  • Special education classroom teaching experience

  • Passion for:

    • Teaching Hebrew to high school students with learning differences

    • Creating dynamic and engaging lessons

  • Familiarity with Project Based Language Learning (PBLL)

  • Comfort with technology

  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

  • Confidence and experience managing and responding to student behaviors in a

    supportive manner, both proactively and reactively

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

  • Organizational and time management skills

  • Collaborative working style; a “team player”

  • High emotional intelligence and maturity

  • Flexibility to adapt to circumstances and challenges in the moment

  • Positive energy and enthusiasm; passionate commitment to inclusion and

    educational excellence

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Lisa Houben, Upper School Division Chair, at houbenl@mjbha.org.