Job Title: Religious School Teacher
Department: Lifelong Learning
FLSA Status: $50 – $80/hour Faculty – In-Person
Schedule: 2 – 10 hours per week
Reports to: Lifelong Learning, Principal

About Us

Congregation Emanu-El, the first Reform Jewish synagogue in New York City, is hiring part-time religious school faculty members for our 2026-27 school year. Our innovative and unique religious school is committed to Jewish learning that is relevant, inspirational, and transformative. Visit emanuelnyc.org/school to learn more about our school and our congregation, our educational vision, and the programs we offer.

Openings:

• In-person classroom faculty (Grades PreK-8, Hebrew and Judaic Studies curricula)

Core Responsibilities:

• Preparing creative, interactive lessons as part of a well-structured curriculum
• Collaborating with school administration and other faculty members to create innovative and meaningful Jewish learning experiences, both in and out of the classroom
• Regularly communicating with families outside of school hours
• Assisting in the planning and preparation of special programs, including family education and holiday celebrations
• Attending paid professional development sessions for faculty outside of school hours
• Providing a sense of caring and concern that enables our students to support one another and challenge themselves to grow as individuals

When and Where:

• Sunday (9:00 am – 12:00 pm) in person at our main Upper East Side campus
• Monday (4:00 pm – 6:00 pm) in person at our main Upper East Side campus
• Wednesday (3:00 pm – 5:00 pm) in person at our downtown campus

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The Ideal Candidate:

We encourage those with varied backgrounds and experiences to apply. Do not hesitate to apply even if you do not meet all the listed qualifications!

• Person(s) with experience in classroom or informal education, such as Jewish camp or afterschool programs in grades Pre-K through 8
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to teach Hebrew, Bible, Jewish history, and holidays incorporating arts, drama, movement, or media
• Comfortable teaching in a Reform Jewish congregation to a diverse student body
• Candidates must reside within the New York City tri-state area

Compensation, benefits, and why it’s great to work here:

• Pay begins at $50/hour (In person only)
• Up to two paid sick days per school year
• Generous (paid) professional development opportunities