Jewish Studies Teacher - Junior/Intermediate Division (Grades 5-8)The Ottawa Jewish Community School is an innovative and engaging Jewish Day School, Kindergarten through Grade 8, dedicated to developing minds, nurturing hearts, and instilling Jewish values. Located in Ottawa, Ontario, the Ottawa Jewish Community School is known for its rigorous academics, strong social-emotional curriculum, immersive Hebrew and French programs, and warm community.We are currently seeking a full-time, qualified Junior/Intermediate Jewish Studies teacher (Grades 5-8) who will be responsible for teaching the Judaic and Hebrew curricula, including Hebrew language instruction, Tanakh, Israel, Chagim and t'fillah. Duties include, but are not limited to, religious teaching and facilitation of daily prayer services, teaching Jewish rituals and traditions, providing instruction on and promoting Jewish beliefs in a pluralistic setting, providing instruction on and facilitating religious engagement, and providing instruction on how to read, translate, and make meaning of Bible and Jewish religious texts.Below are the key responsibilities and expectations for the role:Be fluent in Hebrew and well-versed in Judaic Studies; Develop, prepare,



and implement lesson plans based on the curriculum; Collaborate with other faculty members and administrative staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods; Prepare lessonsthat reflect differentiation for individual student needs and implement the recommendations from assessments featured in Individual Education Plans; Be a positive role model for students, reflective of the mission of the school; Participate actively and meaningfully in Professional Development opportunities and be committed to professional growth; Create a classroom setting conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students; Support studentbehaviour guided by our school philosophy.Position: Full-timeSalary Range: $50,767 - $106,462 per year; Commensurate with Education and ExperienceBenefits: Paid vacation, sick leave, medical, vision, dental, long-term disability, group life insurance, leave early for Shabbat, kosher food option availablePreferred Experience: 2+ Years of ExperienceRequired Degree/Credentials: Bachelor's Degree and Bachelor of Education (or equivalent)Preferred Degree/Credentials: Master of Education an asset; experience working withJunior Division; Ontario College of Teachers Certificate of Qualification an asset.

📌 Jewish Studies Teacher - Junior/Intermediate Division (Grades 5-8) (Riviere-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles)
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📍 Riviere-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles