Middle School Dance Teacher

Location: Hebrew Language Academy (HLA) 2186 Mill Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11234

Start Date: Summer 2023

Network Website: www.hebrewpublic.org

About the Organization:

Hebrew Public Charter Schools for Global Citizens

Hebrew Public is a national network of diverse public charter schools that teach Modern Hebrew to children of all backgrounds and prepare them to be successful global citizens. Our schools are models of racial and economic integration, academic excellence, and world language learning. Our schools maintain a focus on global citizenship which leads to our students becoming empathetic, ethical, intellectually curious young adults committed to solving the world’s problems. Hebrew Public schools offer partial immersion programs in Modern Hebrew with an accompanying focus on the study of Israel.

Hebrew Public’s network currently has thirteen schools (eight elementary and five middle schools) in four states and the District of Columbia, serving more than 3,800 students. In NYC, we serve as the Charter Management Organization for schools in Brooklyn, Harlem, Staten Island and Philadelphia.

About the Position:

This is an exciting time to join Staten Island Hebrew Public in its founding year. Join a remarkable community of educators and social change-makers who are passionate about meaningful integration and global education and are relentlessly committed to ensuring students from all backgrounds attain high levels of academic achievement. We select individuals who share our vision and are willing to put in the hard work to achieve it. We are seeking a driven Middle School Dance Teacher for the 2023-2024 school year that operates with a high sense of urgency and possesses a strong work ethic. Candidates for this position do NOT need to speak Hebrew. The School is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty and student body. The school is eager to consider applications from traditionally underrepresented groups.

Job Responsibilities and Characteristics:

• Build a classroom culture in which students love dance
• Collaborate with Teachers across the network to build a world-class dance program while investing the community in the vital role of the arts in education;
• Collaborate with Hebrew Public’s Director of Israel Studies to help students explore and develop an understanding of Israel and Israeli dance
• Prior experience around Israel studies is welcomed but not required. Hebrew Public will provide training and support in these areas
• Engage students with a repertoire that is relevant to their lives and interests; Design and execute professional-quality performance opportunities for all students
• Ensure that students master grade-level standards
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive environment in the physical education areas.
• Boundless energy and enthusiasm for working with students and other adults in the building.
• Performs other duties from time to time that may be assigned by the supervisor.
• A person who believes in the critical importance of diversity in the life of a school

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required; Masters degree preferred;
• Elementary and/or Middle School teaching experience preferred
• Hold NYS teacher certification or working towards certification is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Legally authorized to work in the USA

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Salary and benefits will be highly competitive, equitable, and commensurate with experience. Starting salaries range from $55,000-$90,000 based on experience.

Potential benefits* include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Employer-Paid Vision
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement Savings and Employer Matching Programs
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Global Travel Experiences

*Benefits packages vary depending on the role.

Hebrew Public is committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. Candidates of color and those from backgrounds that are underrepresented in school leadership roles are particularly encouraged to apply.