Who are we?Temple Israel is looking for enthusiastic, imaginative, and skillful teachers to join our team of educators for the 2025-2026 school year. There are positions available in grades preschool – 7th grade for Sunday mornings, with potential to teach in our grades 8-12, pluralistic teen program too.In our religious school, kids 3 years old through 7th grade can learn, grow, and find their own meaningful Jewish communities. We strive to build a community where everyone — kids, families, and our educators — can find their places in our ancient and ever evolving tradition. Our school is joyful, kid-centered, and flexible. Read more about us and our values.Following our broader community’s commitment to Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (REDI), our religious school is engaged in a culture-shift of our own. We are working towards a community where everyone can experience a sense of belonging. We are committed to building a faculty where the diversity of the Jewish community is well represented. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. We strive to be an inclusive learning community where diversity is welcomed and differences are embraced.Qualifications of Interested Candidates- Enjoy working with children and have prior successful experiences with kids. Formal teaching experience is not a requirement; new teachers seeking training are encouraged to apply.- Familiarity with second language pedagogy, technology applications, curriculum development, and student assessment is desirable, but not required. Good command of Biblical Hebrew also a plus.- Comfortable adopting the curricular vision of the religious school to create inclusive, joyful, and inspiring educational experiences.- Collaborative teachers who relish working, growing, and learning alongside colleagues.- Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience required.Note: We know not all applicants will have all of the same experience or desired qualifications; if you are passionate about our mission and have transferable skills, we encourage you to apply.Compensation: Part time. Competitive pay with teaching rates ranging from $55–$85 per hour, varying by experience and longevity at Temple Israel.Schedule: Sundays 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (varies by assigned classes). Teen program meets Monday nights 5:45 – 8:30 p.m. Religious school meets Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.How to Apply: Submit a letter of interest and resume to Roberta Axeloons, Director of Elementary Education, at raxeloons@tisrael.org.About Temple Israel: Temple Israel is widely recognized as the largest reform temple in New England, with over 1,400 member families; our historic building is home to a K-12 Religious School and Teen Program and a well-renowned preschool.