JAIS Part Time Hebrew Teacher

2026-2027 JAIS Part Time Hebrew Teacher

Introduction

Established under the auspices of the American Embassy in 2001 the Jerusalem American International school is a branch of The Walworth Barbour American International School in Israel (WBAIS). It is an MSA and locally accredited fully independent co-educational Pre-K - 9 international school offering an American program in an International setting.

JAIS

JAIS is situated in a residential area of Jerusalem in the Goldstein youth village. We have renovated classrooms and a new yard as well as having access to communal facilities such as the swimming pool and gym.

JAIS is a small warm school where every student is included valued and set up to thrive.

JAIS teachers are dedicated to student success attentive to the physical and emotional well-being of their students passionate about student learning and excited by the prospect of working within a dynamic diverse community. Classroom practices emphasize active collaborative learning; team-building activities; the application of technology to authentic learning experiences; differentiated instruction and student achievement.

General Expectations

To excel in this position an individual must successfully perform each essential responsibility in addition to the following:

• Implement the schools mission statement.
• Effectively celebrate diversity and model attributes of the JAIS Profile of a Learner.
• Model technology integration as appropriate to enhance instruction.
• Promote a positive relationship with others sharing ideas materials experiences and expertise.
• Participate in faculty meetings peer coaching and other instructional improvement programs.
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional development both during the school year and during off school months as needed.
• Support school-wide projects such as staff development and community efforts and events.

Child Protection

JAIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

Essential Responsibilities

Guide practice according to the JAIS Mission Vision & Profile of a Learner.

• Experience and success in planning teaching assessing all aspects of a Hebrew curriculum..
• Experience and success teaching Hebrew with all the necessary communications with students parents and coworkers
• Excellent practice in differentiation and inclusion within the mainstream classroom for students with individual needs
• High technological comfort and competence in teaching in times of virtual school and open to using online platforms to help with regular class differentiation.
• Innovative and engaging educator - who can create excitement and interest for students to use Hebrew as a communication tool.
• Ability to teach small groups of students with different abilities ages and interest levels.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Fluency in English
• Preferred candidates will have a Ministry of Education in Israel teaching licence
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a teacher.
• Team player with excellent communication skills in person and in all media
• High professional standards in his/ her work ethic and interactions
• Enthusiasm and passion for teaching and learning
• Commitment to the mission vision and values of JAIS
• Ability to manage a small class of diverse learners enabling participation and growth regardless of a students ability/ exposure to Hebrew.
• Ability to recognize and support the educational and emotional needs of the students
• Ability to model and teach communication and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Ability and flexibility to teach over a wide age range in different-sized classes and groupings

Position Details

Reports to: JAIS Head of School

Job Capacity: 20%-40% TBD

Start Date: August 2026

Contact Information

Email:

Phone:

Address: 24 Shai Agnon Jerusalem

*All applicants must have legal ability to work in Jerusalem or American Citizenship.

Required Experience:

Manager