Millstone Scholars Teaching Fellows - Part Time

Tikvah Fund
Tikvah Fund

Illinois, USA · San Francisco, CA, USA · Austin, TX, USA · New Jersey, USA · Bergen County, NJ, USA · Connecticut, USA · Redwood City, CA, USA · Las Vegas, NV, USA · Miami, FL, USA · Boca Raton, FL, USA · San Diego, CA, USA · Long Island, VA, USA · Westport, CT, USA · Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA · Short Hills, Millburn, NJ, USA · East Brunswick, NJ, USA · Brooklyn, NY, USA · Avon, CT, USA · Oakland, CA, USA · Manhattan, New York, NY, USA · Chicago, IL, USA · Dallas, TX, USA · Atlanta, GA, USA · Multiple locations · Elk, NJ, USA · Ursa, IL, USA · Las Vegas, NV, USA

USD 8k-10k / year

Posted on Aug 31, 2026
About the Millstone Scholars Program: Millstone Scholars is a National Honors program for 7th & 8th graders attending public and secular independent schools in communities across the US. Entering its 5th year with 30 cohorts around the U.S. and growing, students meet weekly over a full academic year in seminar-style classes to explore Jewish texts, the story of modern Israel, and the influence of Jewish ideas on America, strengthening Jewish identity. About the role: Seeking working professionals and educators passionate about Jewish education to facilitate the Millstone program in local cities across the country. This is a part-time, in-person position based in the city of the educator’s cohort(s). Cohorts are typically 10–12 students and meet once per week for 75 minutes over the 8‑month academic year. Hiring locations: California (East Bay, San Francisco, Redwood City, San Diego); Connecticut (Westport); Florida (Boca Raton, Miami, Palm Beach Gardens); Georgia (Atlanta); Illinois (Chicago); Nevada (Las Vegas); New Jersey (Bergen County, Short Hills, East Brunswick); New York (Brooklyn, Manhattan, Long Island); Texas (Austin, Dallas). Curriculum trimesters: Fall – The Foundations of Jewish Thought; Winter – The Founding of Modern Israel; Spring – The Jewish Experience in America. More info: https://tikvah.org/millstone/curriculum/ Responsibilities: Prepare lessons and activities based on curriculum; Facilitate engaging classroom discussions that promote debate and analysis of historical events; Record attendance and submit short seminar reflections; Collaborate with Millstone faculty and educator team; Maintain ongoing communication with parents; Maintain communication with Millstone Scholars team; Submit evaluations and share requested feedback with program administrators; Assist as needed with Millstone extra‑curricular opportunities (e.g., debate and field trips). Experience and Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree preferred (not required); Experience with middle school-aged children preferred (not required); Effective classroom management; Excellent verbal and written communication; Ability to engage and inspire students, parents, and families; Ability to foster respectful dialogue and encourage critical thinking; Strong knowledge of Jewish and Zionist values, texts, and philosophy; Working knowledge of Tikvah’s work and alignment with its mission. Period of Employment: September 2026 – May 2027. Compensation: Salary $8k–$10k commensurate with experience and skill. Apply: https://tikvah.tfaforms.net/5136873 About the organization: Tikvah is a leading Jewish think tank and educational institution with initiatives in Israel, the United States, and worldwide, including educational programs, publications, and fellowships.