Religious School Tefillah (Prayer) Teacher

About the role

Religious School Tefillah (Prayer) Teacher

Greenburgh Hebrew Center | Dobbs Ferry, NY

Greenburgh Hebrew Center is seeking an enthusiastic and engaging teacher to lead our religious school students in learning Jewish prayers ( tefillot ).

Schedule:

• Sundays, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

• Wednesdays, 4:15–6:15 PM

• Applicants may teach either day or both.

Responsibilities: The teacher will rotate among all grade levels (Kindergarten - 7th grade), teaching students prayers appropriate to their age and stage of learning. The goal is to help students develop familiarity with Jewish prayer, build fluency, and deepen their understanding of the meaning and significance of our liturgy.

An outline of the prayers to be covered, along with sample lessons, is available. The teacher will have the flexibility to adapt the materials, develop their own lessons, and bring their creativity and teaching style to the classroom.

Requirements

• We are looking for someone with a strong background in Jewish prayer and liturgy, excellent teaching skills, and the ability to engage students across a range of ages and abilities. Experience teaching in a Jewish educational setting is preferred.
• Salary Range: $80-100/hour, commensurate with experience.
• Start Date: Immediately.
• If you are passionate about Jewish prayer and enjoy helping young people connect with Jewish tradition, we would love to hear from you!
• To express interest or learn more, please contact Rabbi Stein at [email protected] .

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