Judaic Studies - Part-time position Starting Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Who We Are
King David High School is a respected independent school located in the heart of Vancouver, known for its commitment to academic excellence and community engagement. As members of ISABC and CAIS, we embrace a culture of inclusivity and diversity, where staff come from a variety of backgrounds. King David nurtures a Jewish culture characterized by a shared tradition, a common dedication to social justice, and a love for learning.
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Judaic Studies educator capable of inspiring high school students to love learning and Judaism. The successful candidates will join a team that focuses on nurturing each student's unique talents and passions, empowering them to express and act upon their best interests. The immersive Jewish experience creates a clear path to Jewish conviction, pride, and identity. All of this takes place within an inclusive community that provides a feeling of belonging and an awareness of personal responsibility. You must value diversity as it relates to all people and have respect for indigenous traditions and ways of knowing. Our mission is to help Jewish teenagers from all backgrounds, embrace Jewish values and traditions as they develop their independence and desire to live a meaningful life.
Requirements For The Position
Able to demonstrate excellent skills as a teacher and a passion for teaching Judaic Studies
Must have a solid knowledge of classical Jewish thought and texts and can teach their relevance to the modern world
Ability to work in, and contribute to, a pluralistic Jewish setting
Has a minimum of 2 years of experience as a Jewish studies educator and has good classroom management skills appropriate for high school
A BC Teacher Certificate or a Jewish Studies Degree, or Jewish Education training, or related field, enabling one to become certified to teach in a BC high school setting
Assist in collaborating and further developing the Judaic team's vision and curricular goals
Use technology as a teacher and to support students' learning
Willing to be involved with co-curricular school events and Jewish life programming
Capable of ongoing reflection, able to self-assess, and accept and apply feedback
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in written form, with students colleagues, parents, and community members of all levels of observance and backgrounds
Able to work independently and as part of a team
At the time of application, you must be legally permitted to work in Canada
Why Work At King David
King David staff enjoy working in a warm, welcoming, modern, and collegial environment
Professional development is supported, both in and out of school, through conference attendance or course and workshop participation
We have a young, motivated, and engaged staff with an administration that is committed to creating a safe, positive work environment
We offer a comprehensive compensation package with competitive salaries, extended benefits, RRSP pension matching, and other perks
How To Apply
If you are excited to work with a committed and team-oriented group of educators and you desire to make a difference in the lives of others, we want to hear from you. King David values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities.
Please forward your resume, cover letter, and references to Seth Goldsweig, Head of School at sgoldsweig@kdhs.org. We thank all candidates for their applications, but we will only respond to candidates we are considering for the position.
