Baltimore Jewish Life

Elementary School (5th Grade) Girls’ Judaics teacher

Ohr Chadash Academy

Ohr Chadash Academy (OCA) is a Torah-driven Orthodox Jewish day school for boys and girls in early childhood through 8th grade, where the divine spark and unique worth of each individual is celebrated. OCA, with approximately 325 students and over 65 faculty members in preschool through 8th grade, is known for its strong sense of community and joyful approach to learning. There is a tangible sense of warmth and care among our students, faculty, and staff. OCA now offers a range of employment benefits for qualified employees.

About the Position

We are seeking a passionate, dynamic, professional educator to join our elementary school faculty.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in education or Limudei Kodesh
Warm and engaging style, passion for nurturing adolescents’ curiosity and love of Torah
Strong classroom management skills
Creativity, flexible thinking, growth mindset
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to use assessment data for planning and instruction
Proficiency with technology integration and learning management platforms, preferred

Responsibilities:
Half-time (morning) teacher of Limudei Kodesh – Chumash, Mishna, Navi, Parsha, Tefilla
Design interactive learning experiences for individual students, small groups, and the class, as a whole
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of a range of learners
Collaborate with colleagues within and across subject areas
Actively communicate with parents and student support team
Engage in ongoing professional development