Hebrew Language Teacher - Beged Kefet
About the job
- A Bachelor Degree or equivalent in teaching, languages, or liberal arts.
- One to two years of teaching experience in a kindergarten through twelfth-grade school.
- NETA Hebrew Language Teaching Certification is required.
- Fluency in Hebrew, including speaking, reading, and writing.
- A comprehensive understanding of Israeli culture.
- A cleared background check, including fingerprints, a Child Abuse Index Check, and a medical/TB examination.
- Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate information clearly.
- The ability and desire to work independently and as a team member with the community and other employees.
- The ability to multitask and adjust priorities when required.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Teach Hebrew to students in grades kindergarten through twelfth grade and develop their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
- Implement a Hebrew curriculum focused on Israeli culture, songs, literature, art, and Judaic holidays and traditions.
- Serve as a role model to students by contributing to their curiosity, learning, and development.
- Create and implement lesson plans for each class based on program goals.
- Assign, collect, and evaluate appropriate homework assignments.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records and grades based on completed assignments and upload the information to the school website so parents can view student status and progress.
- Work with parents when a child is struggling with class material to review concerns and identify a solution.
- Handle and address parent concerns and questions promptly and appropriately, informing the Headmaster when relevant.
About the company
The Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC) is a nonprofit community hub that serves the South Peninsula by offering a wide range of programs and services, including education, social events, culture, fitness, and sports. It provides space and coordination for Jewish institutions, local groups, and individuals to come together for learning, collaboration, and community building. The center operates through its Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life, running activities and programs that people participate in directly on-site or through partnerships. Its two trademarks, Live Fully® and Architects of the Jewish Future®, emphasize a commitment to active, engaged Jewish life. Compared with other community centers, OFJCC differentiates itself by its focus on linking Jewish organizations and the broader community to enhance the collective well-being. The main goal is to strengthen the local Jewish community and promote education, connection, and shared experiences across diverse groups.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
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Headquarters
Palo Alto, California
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- January 2026 promotions added Sally Flinchbaugh and Luba Palant, sharpening execution.
- Nourish Café's January 2025 Tony Caters partnership upgrades campus amenities and daily traffic.
- ProPublica filings show $116.9 million assets and $76.6 million net assets in 2024.
What critics are saying
- Maccabi Sports Camp left Palo Alto for Colorado in 2027, weakening youth retention.
- 2024 finances showed $34.9 million expenses against $31.0 million revenue, pressuring margins.
- Heavy bond debt and campus fixed costs expose the JCC to enrollment shocks.
What makes Oshman Family JCC unique
- Taube Koret Campus anchors Palo Alto's Jewish life, fitness, childcare, and senior programming.
- The OFJCC pairs a full gym, pools, and classes with community and Jewish programming.
- Its JCC Maccabi Sports Camp built a regional youth-sports brand since 2014.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Gym Membership
- Employee Discounts