Hebrew Teacher (2025-2026)

Hebrew Teacher

Location: Hebrew Language Academy (2186 Mill Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11234)

Start Date: Summer 2025

Compensation: $62,000 - $92,000 (more details below)

Contact: jobs@hebrewpublic.org

Why HLA? 

HLA is part of a small group of schools run by Hebrew Public: Charter Schools for Global Citizens. We are NOT a religious or Jewish organization (we know the word Hebrew can be confusing in that regard!).  We ARE a network of racially, economically and culturally diverse public charter schools that help children become global citizens who are great problem solvers, aware communicators, and lifelong learners who make a positive difference in the world around them. Join a supportive, inclusive, and multicultural community dedicated to making a meaningful impact—together, we’re building something extraordinary!

What you’ll love about us?

Great teachers transform student lives. That’s why Hebrew Public has been making big moves to launch a comprehensive talent program that supports and rewards you in your work. At Hebrew Public, you will be part of a team of educators dedicated to improving student outcomes and helping students grow into empathetic, ethical, and curious global citizens. Through our SuRGE program (Supporting, Rewarding, and Growing Educators), we provide transparency and guaranteed salary increases, reward excellence with additional 5-10% increases and other forms of recognition, and offer clear career pathways with opportunities for growth. 

We offer a competitive compensation package ranging from $62,000 - $92,000 with potential for increases based on years of K-12 lead teaching experience, in-state certifications, and performance.

Potential benefits* include:

• Health Coverage: Medical: Employer covers 82% of premiums, Dental: Employer covers 80% of premiums, Vision: 100% covered by employer
• Retirement: 5% Employer Match of your annual salary, capped at $6,000, dollar for dollar. No vesting period.
• Additional Compensation: Opportunities for performance bonuses and additional stipends.
• Wellness Matters: Mental health resources and employee assistance programs.
• Perks for You: Student Loan counseling and discounts on wellness programs & gym memberships
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 30+ holidays; 10 PTO days (10 month staff) and 20 PTO days (12 month staff)
• Family First: 6 weeks paid parental leave for welcoming your new child. Eligible for up to 12 weeks of NY Paid Family Leave
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts: Up to $10,000 in HRA funds
• Employer-Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance: AD&D benefit of one times salary up to a maximum of $100,000 (Minimum $50,000) through UNUM. This valuable benefit is provided at no cost to you.
• Learn & Grow: Access to workshops, certifications, and ongoing professional development
• Advance Your Career: University partnerships for certification.
• Travel: Opportunities for global travel experiences.

*Benefits packages vary depending on the role.

What’s the role

We are looking for a driven Hebrew Teacher to deliver engaging, standards-based instruction, utilize Responsive Classroom techniques, and monitor student progress while collaborating with colleagues to refine teaching practices. You don’t need to speak Hebrew to apply, and we strongly encourage candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups to join our diverse and inclusive community!

What you’ll do

• A strong commitment to all students with the belief that all students can learn and must be held to high academic standards; 
• Commitment to professional growth through self-reflection, receptiveness to feedback and a continuous desire to improve;
• A person who believes in the critical importance of diversity in the life of a school
• Manages an organized and professional classroom that is conducive to learning and the development of the whole child
• Maintains complete and accurate records of each student’s academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Plans, documents, and carries out daily lessons.
• Teaches curriculum based on state and national standards.
• Recognizes the needs of individual students and the entire group and offers support and flexibility as needed.
• Establishes consistent and logical limits, expectations, and classroom routines for students.
• Maintains the physical environment of the classroom in a clean and organized fashion.
• Handles stressful situations with patience, understanding, and flexibility.
• Fosters a cooperative and respectful partnership with families:
• Maintains close relationships with parents, communicating on a regular basis.
• Facilitates parent-teacher conferences, providing written materials as required.
• Participates in a parent evening at the beginning of the school year.
• Works as part of a cooperative and diverse team of educators and administrators to carry out the goals of the School:
• Attends, participates in, and contributes to in-service activities and staff meetings.
• Participates in the development of curriculum, and assesses its effectiveness in the classroom.
• Consults the Hebrew Director or Head of School in a timely manner to address the needs of struggling students.
• Collaborates with colleagues to share experience and knowledge.
• Continues intellectual and professional development:
• Observe the classrooms of colleagues as possible.
• Welcomes observation by and feedback from colleagues and other professionals in education and related fields.
• Seeks out and attends workshops, seminars, and courses relating to child development, education, and language acquisition.
• Follows policies and standards established by the Public Charter School, and the State’s Department of Education.
• Carries out other duties as assigned.

Who you are 

• Good communication skills in English and a native or near-native level of fluency in Hebrew
• Knowledge of language acquisition and Proficiency-based language instruction.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required; Masters degree is a plus 
• K-12 lead teaching experience in a classroom setting is a plus
• Hold NY teacher certification or working towards certification is a plus 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Legally authorized to work in the USA

Our commitment

We are committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. Candidates of color and those from backgrounds that are underrepresented in school leadership roles are particularly encouraged to apply.  Don't meet every single requirement?  We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.

If you need accommodations or assistance due to a disability, please reach out to us at jobs@hebrewpublic.org. This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.

Who we are

Our mission is to lead a national movement of exceptional, diverse public charter schools that focus on global citizenship, embodied by three core elements: 

• Diversity and Inclusion: Celebrating racial, cultural, and economic differences while building meaningful connections.
• World Language Learning: Offering Modern Hebrew and exploring Israel as a lens into other cultures.
• Core Values: Grounded in our "OLAM" principles—Outstanding Problem Solving, Lifelong Learning, Aware Communication, and Making a Difference.

For more information please visit our websites below. 

CMO Website: www.hebrewpublic.org

School Website: https://hebrewpublic.org/schools/hla/ 

Apply today at jobs@hebrewpublic.org and be part of something extraordinary.