Part-Time Judaic Studies Instructor

Position Summary:

The Part-Time Judaic Studies Teacher fosters meaningful engagement with Jewish texts values and traditions in a thoughtful and supportive classroom environment. This role helps students develop skills in learning discussion and personal connection to Limudei Kodesh.

Position Responsibilities:

• Plan and teach engaging Judaic studies classes aligned with curriculum goals
• Teach text skills (e.g. Chumash Navi or other subjects as assigned) with clarity and depth
• Encourage thoughtful discussion and student participation
• Assess student learning and provide constructive feedback
• Create a respectful structured classroom environment
• Communicate with students families and colleagues as appropriate
• Collaborate with faculty and participate in relevant school initiatives

Experience & Educational Background:

• Bachelors degree required Masters degree preferred
• Background in Judaic studies required
• Teaching experience preferred particularly at the high school level

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong text skills and the ability to teach them clearly
• Ability to engage students with varying backgrounds and skill levels
• Warm respectful classroom presence
• Organized reliable and flexible
• Commitment to the schools mission and values

Application Instructions:

Please upload a cover letter CV and a list of three (3) references.

Salary Range:

$30000 - $80000

About Us:

Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence intellectual exploration and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate graduate and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society guided by a commitment to ethics innovation and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom encompassing thousands of students faculty staff and more than 70000 alumni and supporters worldwide all working together to build a brighter future.

As a Yeshiva University employee you will be part of a welcoming diverse and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration excellence and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits opportunities for advancement and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being work-life balance and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education research and societal impact ensuring that all members of our communitystudents faculty staff alumni and friendsare inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race color age sex national origin disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.