Westchester Day School, a Modern Orthodox day school in Westchester, NY is seeking a Middle School Limudei Kodesh educator for the 2026 - 2027 school year. The individual who takes this position would teach various Judaic content such as Chumash, Navi, Mishnah, and Gemara.

The successful candidate will have a passion for Jewish Education, strong curricular and pedagogical knowledge, excellent interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, and a collaborative spirit.

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, excellent middot, community, and academic rigor. 

Responsibilities include:

• Plan and implement lessons and activities that are developmentally and grade appropriate, and follow the set curricular goals
• Follow the curricular materials and goals laid out by the school
• Establish and maintain a high standard for classroom management and student engagement 
• Promote active participation of all students to ensure a positive and rewarding experience in the classroom
• Collaborate with colleagues and administration regarding the social, emotional, and academic development of students 
• Maintain close partnerships with families, including phone calls, conferences, and written communications as needed
• Use a wide variety of teaching strategies to differentiate instruction to support a range of learners
• Remain open to learning and growing personally and professionally

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or in the content area of instruction. Master’s (or Semicha (Rabbinic Ordination) preferred.
• Three or more years of teaching experience is strongly preferred.
• Possess a deep understanding of Jewish texts, holidays, Tefillah, and Judaic content
• Mastery over lesson planning and the ability to plan and teach towards clear curricular goals set by the school.
• Strong character and professional references.
• Effective communication skills and a positive, collaborative growth mindset.

 Salary range for this role is $60,000-$80,000, 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.