We’re Hiring!
The JKG team is re-imagining Jewish education and how and whom it impacts. It's a really fun place to work! The team includes program directors, teachers, and specialty staff who all support one another as they grow as a team and individually. We encourage continued learning and professional development and empower team members to channel their talents and interests into their work. We welcome people of ALL backgrounds, upbringings, and traditions.
Learn more about our team and programs to understand if we're a good fit for you! Some things we value that might resonate with you:
Active, hands-on, experiential learning
Jewish friendships and social networks
Celebrating Judaism and Jewish holidays
A fun, camp-like environment
Energetic, role-model-worthy team members
Full Time Positions
There are no full-time positions available at JKG at this time.
Weekday Afternoon Positions (Part-Time)
JKG Afternoon Teacher - Brookhaven, Morningside, Decatur (for Kindergarten-5th Grade)
The JKG Afternoon Community is a completely unique place for kids to play and learn. We offer the services of a premium Afternoon community program with a full, experiential Hebrew school curriculum. We are, as our name implies, a joyful Jewish community. This will inform the way you execute all of your duties as a Teacher.
Job Summary
JKG Afternoon Community combines the safe, reliable weekday afternoon care families need with the FUN, enriching, camp-style experience kids want.
As a JKG Afternoon teacher, you will guide students in Kindergarten-5th grade to:
Build meaningful friendships with neighborhood Jewish kids
Explore Jewish art and music
Learn Jewish values, culture, holidays, Torah Stories and Hebrew language (lesson plans provided)
Locations
We are seeking teachers for all three of our Afternoon locations in:
Morningside
Brookhaven
Decatur
Days and Hours
Monday-Friday, 12:30 PM - 6:15PM. Partial week roles may be available (for example, M/W/F). Students arrive daily at 2:30 PM.
Responsibilities
As a JKG Afternoon teacher you will:
Create and facilitate Jewish art and music projects, Hebrew lessons, and games that reinforce specific Jewish learning goals with your students. Your site director, teacher colleagues, and the JKG curriculum will guide and support your efforts.
Engage in different tasks under the direction of the JKG Afternoon Director. Among them:
Document lesson plans
Participate in monthly staff meetings and collaborative teacher planning meetings
Attend holiday celebrations and promotional events (such as open houses, festival booths, etc.)
Prepare the classroom spaces daily to welcome students
Drive the JKG van daily to pick up students from local schools
Qualifications and Skills
Our most successful teachers:
Enjoy working with kids in Kindergarten-5th grade
Love and have an understanding of Jewish culture, holidays, and the Hebrew language
Have experience as camp counselors, tutors, Sunday school teachers, or classroom teachers
Many JKG teachers are experienced former teachers or enthusiastic members of the Jewish community who want to inspire young people part-time. Others are college students looking to gain classroom experience and earn money on weekday afternoons. All teachers should be able to teach basic Hebrew and Judaic studies using the lesson plans we provide. JKG teachers are not required to have formal classroom experience or certifications, but it is certainly a plus.
Salary and Benefits
Rates range from $23-$27/hour
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Annual Retention Bonus
Supportive teaching environment
Ongoing professional development
Valuable experience for future Jewish and educational roles
Convenient locations
B Mitzvah & Teen Leadership Program Positions (Part-Time)
JKG B Mitzvah Teacher
The JKG B Mitzvah Program offers a unique and meaningful way for students to become Jewish adults. Our in-person experience blends Jewish learning and community service, culminating in a group B Mitzvah celebration. Students in 6th-8th grade learn together, build lasting Jewish friendships, and prepare for this special milestone in a joyful, supportive community.
As a B Mitzvah Teacher, you’ll help create an engaging, supportive environment where students can learn, connect, and thrive.
Responsibilities
Lead Sunday morning lessons in a fun, interactive way
Foster a positive classroom environment and support student engagement
Review weekly lesson plans and complete pre- and post-session check-ins
Set up and clean up the classroom space before and after each session
Position Details
Schedule: Sundays, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Grades: 6th–8th
Location: Morningside
Qualifications
Ability to lead Jewish studies lessons (curriculum provided)
Hebrew knowledge preferred
Relate well with middle schoolers and teens
Prior teaching experience is a plus
Compensation and Benefits
Starting at $30/hour
Professional development opportunities
Referral program
Retention/attendance bonus
Supportive teaching environment
Valuable experience for future Jewish and educational roles
