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Intern in Hebrew Language Instruction
Colgate University
Job Description: August 2025 - May 2026
- 20 Hours A Week
- Collaborating and assisting instructors of the Hebrew language in teaching, tutoring, practicing, and drilling the Hebrew language.
- Organizing and leading extracurricular cultural and language activities with students. This may include creating social events for students outside the class, language clubs, film screenings, and more.
- Collaborating with the Language Center and with other international interns. This role is a part of a collaborative team where your contributions will be valued and appreciated.
Job Requirements
- Native speaker of Hebrew
- Fluent English
- Recent graduates with a degree in one of these fields: Israel Studies, Hebrew language, education, or Jewish studies, preferably with a teaching degree.
Compensation
- $ 13,000-year Stipend
- Medical insurance
- $2,000 round trip travel to the US + temporary Visa
- Room and Board for nine months
- Use of a laptop
- Access to one course per semester.
Candidate should send their CV קורות חיים והמלצות with at least two recommendations to aguez@colgate.edu by February 20, 2024
posted 11.20.24
University of California, Santa Barbara
Full or Associate Professor, Endowed Chair in Jewish Studies
The Department of Religious Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara, invites applications for a position at the rank of full or associate professor to fill the Marsha and Jay Glazer Endowed Chair in Jewish Studies. We seek a rigorous and imaginative scholar whose research encompasses one or more of the following specializations: Rabbinic Judaism and Jewish Law in Late Antiquity or the Medieval Period, Medieval Jewish Mysticism and Philosophy, or Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Judaism. The methodological orientation of the candidate is open. The successful candidate will assume a pivotal role in advancing UCSB’s interdisciplinary Jewish Studies program, which comprises thirteen faculty members in departments and programs across the humanities and social sciences, and will also be expected to contribute to public-facing programs.
The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.
For more information, see link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02879
posted 10.30.24
University of Florida
Instructor in Hebrew Language
The Bud Shorstein Center for Jewish Studies at the University of Florida, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-accruing position at the rank of instructor, beginning August 18, 2025 in Hebrew language instruction. Applicants should have at least an M.A. in Hebrew or a related pedagogical field by August 18, 2025. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.
The successful candidate will lead the Hebrew program in the Bud Shorstein Center for Jewish Studies, which has a major and a minor program in Hebrew language and an undergraduate certificate program in Israel Studies. Teaching duties will include three courses per semester (fall and spring) including the one-year Beginning Hebrew sequence, the one-year Intermediate Hebrew sequence, and an advanced content course conducted in Hebrew each semester. We have a preference for candidates with extensive experience in Hebrew instruction and expertise in language instruction pedagogy. Administrative duties will consist of student recruitment for the Hebrew program, the administering of language placement evaluations to see where incoming students should start, and the advising of Hebrew major and minors.
For more information, see link:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/t8ag0r99dnkrsf3y61zuh/UnivofFlorida_Instructor_Ad.pdf?rlkey=bxb3n2tacirsjsf28crrokt3b&dl=0
posted 10.30.24
Johns Hopkins University
Assistant professor in the field of Medieval Jewish Literature and Thought in the Islamic World, Tenure Track
The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at Johns Hopkins University seeks to hire a tenure-track, assistant professor in the field of Medieval Jewish Literature and Thought in the Islamic World. Applicants must have a strong command of medieval Hebrew and Arabic and be versed in the philology, aesthetics, and history of both languages and literary traditions. Knowledge of additional relevant languages (Aramaic, Persian, Latin) will be considered an asset. The Department is committed to conducting a globally broad and inclusive search for candidates who, through their research, teaching, and service, will contribute to the excellence of our academic community. The successful candidate will supervise doctoral research and offer courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Qualifications
A Ph.D. is required, but we will accept applications from doctoral students expected to fulfill their Ph.D. degree requirements by July 1, 2025.
Application Instructions
Applications are due on November 25, 2024. The application process will be through Interfolio and will consist of a cover letter, CV, research statement, writing sample (no longer than 25 pages), and three recommendation letters.
To apply visit Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/157195
Johns Hopkins University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Consistent with the University’s goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will assess the comprehensive qualifications of each applicant.
posted 10.28.24
University of Sydney
0119743 Malka Einhorn Associate Lecturer or Lecturer in Modern Hebrew
- Full time position for five-year fixed term
- Opportunity to make significant contributions to teaching and learning in the Discipline of Hebrew, Biblical and Jewish Studies
- Develop your skills and expertise alongside internationally renowned scholars in a supportive team environment.
- Generous benefits, including 17% superannuation (retirement contribution) and 36-week paid parental leave.
About the opportunity
The Discipline of Hebrew, Biblical and Jewish Studies at the University of Sydney is the only one of its nature in Australia, with programs in Modern Hebrew and Jewish Civilisation. The Discipline is seeking to appoint an Associate Lecturer or Lecturer in Modern Hebrew.
Courses to be taught and coordinated will involve both language and literature components of Modern Hebrew, with students’ fluency ranging from beginners to near-native speakers. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of teaching across all levels of Modern Hebrew fluency and demonstrated research experience within the field. The position is full-time for a five-year fixed term and is structured between teaching (40%), research (40%) and governance, leadership and engagement (20%).
How to apply
To apply, please follow this link:
Closing date: Thursday 7 November 2024
Posting date: 10/15/24
Lecturer in Hebrew or Assistant Professor of Instruction in Hebrew
University of Rochester
Application Deadline: November 22, 2024 on a rolling basis
Employment Status: Full-time, non-tenure track
Annual Salary: $60,000 - $80,000
Overview: The Department of Religion and Classics at the University of Rochester invites applications for a teaching position in Modern Hebrew language at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor (Teaching Track). The anticipated start for this position is July 1, 2025. Candidates should be prepared to teach upon start of classes on August 25. Permission to work in the U.S. at the time of application is preferred but not required.
Duties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate will teach six (6) courses per academic year covering the current sequential course offerings from elementary (HBRW 101-102) through intermediate levels (HBRW 103-104), and advanced courses. Classes typically meet three times a week (for 50 minutes) or twice (for 75 minutes), plus weekly recitation/conversation sessions. They will work from an established curriculum in Modern Hebrew, but with some flexibility in designing instructional activities, assessment tools, and potentially expanding the range of language course offerings. They will post and keep office hours to be available to students outside of class.
About Rochester: The Department of Religion and Classics is home to the Hebrew Language Program, the Jewish Studies Program, and the Center for Jewish Studies. For information, please visit the website at: www.sas.rochester.edu/rel/. Language instruction at University of Rochester is further supported and assisted by the Language Center. For information, please visit the website at: www.rochester.edu/college/languages/.
Basic Qualifications: Master’s degree (or equivalent international degree) in Hebrew Language, Linguistics, Second Language Acquisition, Hebrew Literature, or equivalent in a related field. Demonstrated experience in teaching Hebrew as a second language, and ability to use media and technology in the classroom. Native or near-native fluency in Modern Hebrew and in English.
Preferred Qualifications: PhD (or equivalent international degree) in Hebrew Language, Linguistics, Second Language Acquisition, Hebrew Literature, or equivalent in a related field. College level teaching experience in the U.S. Familiarity with college-level language programs, and relevant teaching experience using current language-teaching methodologies.
Application Instructions: Applicants should upload the application documents online at Interfolio (https://apply.interfolio.com/154254). If you already have an Interfolio account, please sign in to apply for this position. If not, please create an Interfolio account. Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, a teaching statement, previous course syllabi, a statement on contributions to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (optional), teaching evaluations from the last two years, and two (2) letters of recommendation.
Applicants whose complete applications are received by Nov. 22, 2024 will be considered for interviews, but applications will be continuously reviewed until the position is filled. Queries concerning the position can be addressed by email to Dr. Michela Andreatta at michelaandreatta@rochester.edu.
posted 9.18.24
Heinrich Heine Universitat Dusseldorf
Professorship in Modern Jewish History
Professorship in Literature and Cultural Studies
More information at link: https://berufungsportal.hhu.de/