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Hillel Day School's mission is to deliver academic excellence in a caring Jewish environment. Fulfilling Hillel Day School's mission requires the support of talented people who share a common vision. Our teachers are dedicated and knowledgeable, caring and innovative, collegial and generous of spirit. They are well-versed in their chosen academic fields, and they are energized by young people. They engage students on a variety of levels and in a variety of settings. They are open to new approaches to curriculum and to new teaching strategies.

Hillel Day School teachers are powerful role models. By being both demanding and compassionate, they bring out the best in their students and command their respect.

Available Career Opportunities

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  • Judaic Studies Teacher (Part-Time)

    Description
     
    Hillel Day School is a vibrant and joyful, early childhood-through-eighth grade Jewish day school in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Hillel is committed to embracing an authentic and rigorous education for the modern learner. Teachers at Hillel enjoy fostering an academic culture of innovation, collaboration, and creativity where learning is lasting and infectious. 
     
    We seek a dynamic and passionate educator to join our middle school Judaic Studies Team.  
     
    This position will start August 19, 2024.
     
     
    In this role, you will:
    • Teach Judaic Studies courses to our middle school students, instilling a passion for the Jewish tradition in these young souls.  This includes planning lessons and assessing student growth in alignment with the given curriculum.
    • Collaborate with colleagues and administrators to advance the mission of the school.
    • Cultivate warm, authentic, positive relationships with current and prospective students and parents.
    • Serve as a Jewish role model.
    You need to be:
    • Aligned with Hillel Day School’s Mission and 7 core Jewish values. 
    • Excited about and experienced with education in the areas of Tanach and rabbinic literary corpus (knowledge of biblical Hebrew is preferred).
    • Eager to continue learning, improving, and experimenting on your own and as a part of a collaborative team.
    • Organized and detail-oriented.
    • An extraordinary communicator, both in speech and in writing.
    • Upbeat with a genuine interest in the education of adolescents.
    • Creative, flexible, professional, and responsible, and have a strong work ethic.
    Learn more, apply now
  • Long-Term Substitute Language Arts & Social Studies

    We are seeking a Long Term Substitute to cover leave (March - June 2024). The majority of the responsibilities will be covering 5th & 6th Grade Language Arts & Social Studies
     
    Teachers at Hillel are responsible for planning instructional activities that meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students. They strive to create a safe and welcoming classroom environment that is conducive to learning by building strong relationships and employing creative and effective instructional techniques. Hillel teachers are committed to providing outstanding educational experiences and aim to inspire each student’s passion for learning. 
     
    At Hillel, we inspire a passion for learning, responsibility to self and community, and devotion to Jewish living in a warm, innovative, and engaging environment.
     
    Responsibilities:
    Collaborate and work/plan closely with a teacher in the same content area
    • Deliver innovative instructional lessons
      • Implement curriculum 
      • Address individual learning and work closely with the Student Services team. 
      • Integrate the use of technology to provide a variety of educational activities
    • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, preparing required reports on students and activities
      • Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment, observe, evaluate, encourage, and provide feedback on students’ performance and development
      • Write progress reports/reports cards as instructed
    • Report to all duties as assigned on the provided schedule
    • Foster social-emotional growth
      • Use skills provided for Responsive Classroom approach, building a safe community of confident students
    • Manage student behavior in the classroom by developing positive personal relationships and maintaining expectations and procedures
      • Communicate to families about academic, social, and emotional growth.
    • Participate in community events
      • Team meetings, special events, after school activities as assigned
    Requirements:
    • Previous teaching experience
    • Instructional skills
    • Ability to use and integrate technology
    • Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, office and school-based staff, students, parents, and community
    • Demonstrates professionalism, responsibility, and a strong work ethic
    • Displays a positive attitude and a drive for personal excellence
    • Experience with Google Drive and Google Classroom
    Education: 
    • Bachelor’s Degree in Education from an accredited college or university
    Learn more, apply now
  • Middle School Math Learning Specialist

    Description
    The Learning Specialist is a full-time employee managing a caseload of approximately 25 students and reports to the Director of Student Services. This staff person works closely with the Leadership Team and the 7th and 8th grade faculty. The Learning Specialist supports middle school students with learning strategies, organization, and study skills; provides individual and small group instruction as appropriate; follows an MTSS framework; and serves as a resource for staff and families alike. This position will start in August 2024.
     
    Duties and Responsibilities
    •  Provide one-on-one and small-group support/instruction for students, both in push-in and pull-out environments.
    •  Assist classroom teachers in the differentiation of instruction to ensure effective delivery of content to a variety of learners. 
    • Regularly meet with classroom teachers for this collaboration and planning.
    •  Develop Accommodation Plans and Section 504 Plans, with measurable goals and objectives.
    • Regularly collect data to accurately monitor, assess, and report student achievement and progress.
    • Facilitate Learning Lab, as a class, to provide individualized instruction to students that require the highest level of intervention.
    •  Utilize scientifically research-based interventions to promote growth and grade students on report cards.
    • Offer Check-Out, at the end of each day, to assist students with executive functioning, prioritization, and planning.
    • Attend Parent-Teacher Conferences to discuss pupil progress with parents, for student son caseload and to collaboratively present, with classroom teachers, on students supported in the general classroom.
    •  Meet with individual parents, as necessary, to discuss the progress of their children.
    •  Read and summarize all Psychoeducational evaluations for Middle School and for Admissions as necessary.
    • Oversee and ensure the implementation of classroom accommodations.
    • Support teaching staff by offering resources, assistance, advice, and training to enable faculty to better meet the needs of all learners.
    • Develop and maintain communication and documentation protocols related to learning support.
    •  Assume an active role in Student Problem Solving and Planning (SPSP) meetings.
    • Coordinate with outside specialists when necessary, regarding Psychoeducational evaluations, and collaborate with tutors.
    • Assist in organizing and administering standardized testing such as i-Ready and ERB-CTP Testing. Review the resulting data to help identify students who require interventions and/or measure growth of caseload students.
    • Perform other duties as determined by the Director of Student Services.
    Minimum Qualifications
    •  Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field. Master’s degree in Math preferred.
    • At least three years of experience, as a Learning Specialist, or in a related role such as
    • Resource Room Teacher.
    •  Independent school experience preferred.
    • Familiarity with legal responsibilities of independent schools related to IEPs, Nonpublic
    • Service Plans, and 504 plans.
    •  Preferred knowledge of CMP3 and/or other relevant math curricula.
    •  Ability to effectively collaborate with faculty, staff, leadership, and parents.
    •  Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required.
    • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
    • Positive attitude, flexible approach, team-centered, and strong values needed.
    Learn more, apply now
  • Camp Counselor

    Description
    Hillel Day School located in Farmington Hills, Michigan is seeking Camp Counselors to join our growing camp. In this position you will play a key role in shaping and educating our campers by instructing them on numerous outdoor activities and experience. You will also collaborate with other counselors, create recreational plans and activities and lead campers in fun-filled projects.
     
    Camp Dates: June 17 through August 9, 2024
     
    • Full-time and Part-time positions available
    • Daily hours 8:30am-3:15pm (Monday through Friday)
    • Willingness and ability to work with children ages 2-5 
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and able to work as part of a team 
    • Patient, reliable, and creative
    • Supervise and engage with campers during all activities and meals
     
    Requirements
    • First Aid and CPR training and certification preferred. 
    • High School Graduate or College Students 
    • Ability to serve as a positive role model and mentor
    • Follow the CDC requirements for COVID
    • Background check and fingerprinting is required (reimbursement will be provided with receipt)

    Learn more, apply now
  • Physical Education Teacher - Short Term

    Hillel Day School is seeking a short term, full-time dynamic Wellness Education Teacher to be part of our Wellness team. This position is to begin as soon as possible, with anticipation of up to 10 weeks of employment. 

    Requirements
     
    The Wellness education teacher’s primary responsibility is to provide a safe and nurturing environment while teaching skills to promote a healthy and active lifestyle. Skill work, game play and assessments are all part of the curriculum. 
    Candidates must adjust their curricula to adapt to children with disabilities or different physical abilities in order to create a positive & productive experience for all students.
     
    Candidate attributes include: kindness, flexibility, high energy, and an ability to create innovative and engaging games and activities while teaching alone or as part of a team.

    Education/Experience:
    • Education Degree preferred 
    • Teaching experience
    Personal Requirements
    • Must work well on a team
    • Understands the difference and importance of physical education vs. physical activity
    • Ability to demonstrate skills and move with students
    • Excellent Communication and Problem solving skills
    • Prioritizes safety first 
    • Understanding of students' disabilities and adaptive P.E. techniques where applicable 
    • Values social emotional learning
    • Values compassion and respect for all 
    Preferred:
    • Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s degree preferred 
    • State teaching certification in health and physical education (P.E.) preferred
    • First aid training
    Learn more, apply now
  • English Language (ELL) Teacher

    Under the general supervision of the Director of Student Services, the English Language Learner (ELL) Teacher will facilitate ELL student success and growth, in academic and communication skills, through implementing curricular best practices. The ELL specialist will also provide the classroom teacher with assistance in providing instruction to students whose first language is not English. The documentation of lessons executed, and student progress/outcomes will be required. The ELL teacher will address individual student needs by creating a flexible, safe and inclusive learning environment. Offering feedback to students, teachers, families, and leadership will be a critical facet of the role. The primary focus will be students in grades Kindergarten through 4th grade. 
     
    Requirements
     
    Duties and Responsibilities
    • Demonstrates knowledge of first and second language acquisition theory, as well as knowledge of second language learning patterns and best practices in English language development. 
    • Plans and delivers lessons in English language development that are in accordance with the school mission. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for English language development that translate into positive learning experiences for students and promote growth. 
    • Reflects an awareness and acceptance of cultural differences exhibited by the students and their families.
    • Possesses characteristics necessary for functioning as an advocate for limited English-speaking students, within the school, as well as serving as a liaison between the school and the home.
    • Promotes a learning environment that is safe and conducive to both individualized and small group instruction.
    • Conducts ongoing progress monitoring of student learning and adjusts instructional methods to fit individual students’ needs.
    • Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students, parents, and faculty.
    • Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade levels served, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in various staff meetings.
    • Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids, and other supplies and equipment in order to best serve students.
    • Utilizes personal skills necessary for the improvement of student attitudes toward learning and school.
    • May supervise students in activities that take place out of the classroom, during the school day.
    • Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Director of Student Services, Educational Leadership, and Head of School.
    Learn more, apply now
  • Guest Teacher

    In the absence of the regular classroom teacher the guest teacher is responsible for helping students learn subject matter and/or skills that are required for scheduled lessons and to provide meaningful instruction for assigned classrooms. Learn more and apply now
  • Kitchen Aide/Prep Worker (Part-time Opening)

    Hillel Day School is seeking a part-time Kitchen Aide/Prep Worker Monday through Friday.
     
     
    Requirements
     
    The Kitchen Aide/Prep Worker performs a variety of routine manual tasks associated with the cleaning of the kitchen and food preparation equipment to ensure the kitchen is clean and operational at all times.
     
    • Handwashing food preparation and serving equipment, utensils, pots, pans, etc.
    • Delivers and stores clean dishes and utensils to proper storage area
    • Cleans kitchen area, tables, cabinets, equipment and disposals of trash and garbage
    • Assists in loading food in disposable containers for carts or trucks for delivery
    • Assist with large catering events as required
    • Performs related kitchen duties as required and assigned
    • Help prep simple components of each dish on the menu by chopping vegetables, cutting mean and preparing sauces.
    • Help with stocking inventory and supplies
    • Able to follow health guidelines by state and local officials
    • Ability to work some weekends (catering)
    • Other duties assigned as required under the Jewish day school guidelines
    • Enthusiasm for working with kids
    • Attend and/or schedule meetings and trainings as required

    Learn more, apply now

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Hillel Day School of Metropolitan Detroit
32200 Middlebelt Road | Farmington Hills, MI 48334

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