Hebrew Teacher

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and student-centered Middle School Hebrew Teacher to deliver engaging Hebrew language instruction that helps students build confidence as global communicators. This teacher will create a structured, joyful, and academically engaging classroom where middle school students develop Hebrew language skills through speaking, listening, reading, writing, conversation, culture, and real-world communication. The ideal candidate brings strong language instruction, excellent classroom management, and the ability to build strong relationships with adolescents. This is a meaningful opportunity for an educator who is excited to make Hebrew accessible, relevant, and engaging for middle school students from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Hebrew Language Instruction & Student Support
• Teach engaging Hebrew language lessons that build students' speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills
• Support middle school students in developing vocabulary, pronunciation, comprehension, conversation, and written expression
• Use interactive activities, visuals, routines, discussion, texts, and cultural connections to make language learning meaningful and accessible
• Differentiate instruction to meet a range of student needs, including students who need additional support or enrichment
• Help students understand Hebrew language learning as part of global citizenship, communication, and cultural awareness
• Planning, Assessment & Data Use
• Plan and deliver purposeful Hebrew lessons aligned to curriculum expectations and student learning goals
• Use student work, observation, checks for understanding, and assessments to monitor progress and adjust instruction
• Identify student strengths, misconceptions, and language-development needs in order to plan targeted support
• Maintain accurate records related to student progress, participation, and growth
• Collaboration & School Community
• Collaborate with Hebrew, grade-level, special education, multilingual learner, and leadership teams to support student success
• Partner with colleagues to reinforce school-wide routines, expectations, and culture
• Communicate with families as needed about student progress, strengths, and areas for growth
• Contribute to a positive school culture rooted in care, accountability, inclusion, and shared responsibility
• Professional Responsibilities
• Model Hebrew Public's OLAM values: outstanding problem solving, continuous learning, making a difference, and intentional communication
• Participate in intellectual preparation, coaching cycles, classroom observations, and feedback conversations
• Engage in ongoing professional development and actively seek feedback to improve practice
• Align your work with school-wide priorities and strategic initiatives

Requirements

• Deep belief in the limitless potential of all students and commitment to helping them thrive as global citizens
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required
• Hebrew language proficiency required
• Pennsylvania teacher certification, or active progress toward certification, preferred
• Experience teaching Hebrew, world language, dual language, or multilingual learners preferred
• Experience teaching or supporting middle school students preferred
• Experience working in urban school communities and a commitment to building strong relationships with students, families, and staff preferred
• Strong classroom

Additional Information

Start Date: August 11, 2026 Compensation: $55,000 - $88,000 (more details below) Contact: jobs@hebrewpublic.org About Hebrew Public Hebrew Public is a small and growing network of schools operated by Hebrew Public: Charter Schools for Global Citizens. Hebrew Public is a secular organization that welcomes candidates of all backgrounds into a supportive and inclusive community. Across the network, Hebrew Public schools serve children from all backgrounds and help students become global citizens who are strong problem solvers, aware communicators, and lifelong learners committed to making a positive difference in the world around them. Our schools are models of racial and economic integration, academic excellence, and world language learning. Why PHP? As part of Hebrew Public, Philadelphia Hebrew Public teachers and staff have the opportunity to bring that mission to life with students from over 37 zip codes across Philadelphia, primarily Black and Brown students whose brilliance, curiosity, and potential drive our work every day. PHP is rooted in the belief that all students deserve rigorous academics, strong relationships, and access to a globally minded education that expands what they see as possible for themselves. For educators who want their work to matter beyond the classroom walls, PHP offers a place to help close opportunity gaps while nurturing students academically, socially, and culturally. You don't need to speak Hebrew to apply, and we strongly encourage candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups to join our community.

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