Employment

Hannah Senesh Community Day School, a progressive, independent K-8 Jewish day school in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, is hiring a middle school Judaic Studies teacher for fall 2023. 

Hannah Senesh Community Day School is an open and inclusive Jewish Day School committed to the rich mosaic of Jewish life. Our community reflects the great diversity of the modern Jewish people who find a warm and welcoming home at Senesh. 

Rich mission-aligned content, creative pedagogy, and authentic relationships are essential components of a Senesh classroom. Senesh teachers strive to achieve purposeful learning, active engagement, and meaningful connections with students, families, and colleagues. Applicants should be creative, thoughtful, and reflective Jewish educators who value working in a progressive school setting. 

Responsibilities include:

• Creating dynamic, student-driven, curriculum materials
• Teaching Chumash, Jewish holidays, and Israel classes through a hands-on, inquiry, and values based approach
• Participating in and acting as a role model during tefilah 
• Differentiating instruction and materials in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student
• Developing a warm, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
• Working collaboratively with grade-level team members on programs and supporting students
• Acting as a middle school advisor 
• Building partnerships with parents to support student progress 

Qualifications include:

• Education or Judaic Studies degree 
• Experience teaching middle school students
• Jewish camping experience a plus
• A “whole child” approach to teaching and learning that focuses on growth in academic, social, and emotional domains
• Competency in text skills, prayer, and diverse Jewish practice 
• An openness to a diversity of Jewish thought and practice

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Phyllis Sussman, Judaic Studies Department Chair, psussman@hannahsenesh.org. The salary range is $68,000-80,000, commensurate with experience. To learn more about the school visit our website at www.hannahsenesh.org.

Hannah Senesh Community Day School, a progressive, independent K-8 Jewish school in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, is hiring a Middle School Science Teacher for grades 6-8 to join our 2023-24 faculty.

Applicants should be creative, thoughtful, and reflective educators who value collaboration, a whole-child approach, and working in a progressive school setting. The salary range for this position is $68,000-$80,000 commensurate with experience. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Tim Jalbert, STEAM Department Chair: tjalbert@hannahsenesh.org.

About the school:
Guided by our core values, the Hannah Senesh Community Day School is an open and inclusive Jewish Day School committed to the rich mosaic of Jewish life. Our community reflects the great diversity of the modern Jewish people who find a warm and welcoming Jewish home at Senesh. Senesh is a progressive Jewish school setting with creative, thoughtful, and reflective educators and leaders. Senesh faculty strive to achieve purposeful learning, active engagement, and meaningful connections with students, families, and colleagues. To learn more about the school visit our website at www.hannahsenesh.org.

Responsibilities include the following:

• Partner with the STEAM department chair to revise the 6-8 grade science curriculum, focusing on a clear scope and sequence, hands-on learning opportunities, and developing the skills and habits of mind for success in high school science and beyond.
• Teach 6th, 7th and 8th grade science classes.
• Spearhead the school’s sustainability initiatives.
• Create and/or partner on cross-curricular connections between Science and the other academic disciplines.
• Be proactive in communications with students and families.
• Partner with the student support team to ensure students are supported.
• Attend regular department, grade-level, and divisional faculty meetings.
• Serve as a chaperone on an overnight trip.

Qualifications:

• MA degree in Education or a STEAM-related field
• Three or more years experience teaching at the middle school level
• A “whole child” approach to teaching and learning that focuses on growth in academic, social, and emotional domains
• A progressive approach to science education, including differentiating instruction
• Experience integrating technology into teaching practice
• Significant training and a strong interest in diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Collegial and collaborative approach to being part of a team of educators
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Hannah Senesh Community Day School, a vibrant and inclusive, independent K-8 Jewish community  in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, is hiring a School Nurse for an immediate start date.

Work days follow the school calendar with the hours: 8:00am-4:00pm Mon-Thurs and 8:00am-2:30pm Fri. The School Nurse (RN) is a critical part of the health and safety of the Hannah Senesh Community Day School; working to ensure the optimum health and safety of students by monitoring health and illness in the community, performing nursing assessment, and providing care. Salary range is $70,000- $75,000 commensurate with experience.

Rooted in Jewish values and wisdom, Senesh fosters a love of learning guided by intellectual curiosity and social responsibility. We are home to a diverse community of students who achieve their highest academic potential while developing a strong sense of self, a connection to community, and a commitment to doing good in the world. 

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter expressing their interest in this particular position; and a current resume to ncabot@hannahsenesh.org. To learn more about the school, visit our website at ​www.hannahsenesh.org​.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect, update, and maintain accurate health information on students, faculty, and staff.
• Maintain legal written records of all nursing assessments and medication administration.  
• Review and closely examine medical documentation collection practices of student and staff data to ensure compliance with New York City and State health departments which include but are not limited to: public health, communicable diseases, immunizations.
• Monitor and provide care for any chronic or acute student illnesses.
• Provide first aid to students, employees, parents, and guests as needed. Refer to clinics or hospitals as required.
• Ensure emergency and daily medication is properly authorized, stored and dispensed.
• Oversee COVID-19 control protocols, as required.
• Serves as main liaison between school personnel, family, and community healthcare providers.
• Work collaboratively with the New York Department of Health when there are suspected or confirmed cases of communicable diseases.
• Coordinate the acquisition of medical supplies and materials.
• Collaborate with leadership, faculty, and staff on creating school-wide protocols that prevent, minimize, and control communicable diseases.
• Consult with leadership on communication to various constituents about essential forms, health concerns, safety protocols, and expectations.
• Attend team meetings as needed and attend to other duties as assigned.

Professional Requirements and Qualifications

• Registered Professional Nurse licensed in the State of New York (required) 
• Bachelor of Science degree with two years of relevant professional experience (required) 
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification (required)
• Exceptional social emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Experience as a school, pediatric, and/or public health nurses
• Thorough knowledge of current health issues as they relate to school-age children
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literate, particularly with medical databases and reporting
• Ability to communicate calmly and efficiently with parents, guardians, and staff regarding health-related issues
• Proficient research skills and ability to keep up with current best practices

Physical Conditions and Work Contacts:

• Duties are typically performed in a school clinic and other school settings such as classrooms, gym, cafeteria, and recess areas
• Frequent movement throughout the school facilities is required
• Occasional lifting of objects up to 20lbs.
• Occasional exposure to potentially infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens
• Daily close and personal contact with students 
• Occasional attendance to after school meetings