WESTCHESTER DAY SCHOOL·Mamaroneck, New York
The specialist will provide academic, social, and emotional support to small groups of students, including those with language-based learning disabilities. Responsibilities include planning developmentally appropriate Hebrew lessons and collaborating with the language team and parents.
Westchester Day School, a Modern Orthodox day school in Westchester, NY is seeking a part-time Hebrew Learning Specialist for the 2026 - 2027 school year. The individual who takes this position would teach small groups of students who need further support in Hebrew, including students that have a language based learning disability.
About the School Established in 1948 in Mamaroneck, NY, Westchester Day School, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational, dual curriculum Jewish elementary school (2-year-olds through 8th grade), prepares students to live as mensches and lifelong learners and inspires them to impact the world around them by cultivating a commitment to Torah, midot, community and academic rigor.
Candidates should be experienced individuals who are well-versed in current teaching pedagogy and demonstrate a passion for elementary school education. Candidates should be responsible, professional, and energetic; and work well with children and adults. WDS educators create a nurturing and collaborative environment that cultivates a love of learning and provides space for each individual to grow.
include: Support learners academically, socially, and emotionally Work closely with other members of the Hebrew language team Plan and implement lessons and activities that are developmentally and grade appropriate Use a wide variety of teaching strategies to differentiate instruction to support a range of learners Create a positive and supportive classroom community Communicate effectively and positively with parents and members of the school Work as part of a cooperative and diverse team of educators and administrators to carry out the mission of Westchester Day School Adhere to administration policies and rules Remain open to learning and growing personally and professionally
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education or Jewish Education Fluent in Hebrew Minimum of three years middle school teaching experience Candidates for all positions should demonstrate a positive and professional demeanor, exhibit organizational skills to maintain daily responsibilities, communicate effectively with others, and be open to feedback from supervisors. ESL experience a plus Part time salary range for this role is $35,000- $45,000, depending upon education and experience. Full time salary range for this role is $65,000- $75,000, depending upon education and experience.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or any other protected status.
Market context
In New York, middle school Hebrew language specialist roles tend to draw steady interest because schools look for teachers who can support language instruction and Jewish studies programming. Competition is often strongest for candidates with Hebrew fluency, a degree in Education or Jewish Education, and classroom experience, since those qualifications help schools fill both teaching and community needs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then tailor your application to show three years of elementary teaching experience and practical Hebrew instruction examples.
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