Widely regarded as a leader in special education, SINAI operates 8 schools for individuals ages 6-21, with a wide range of learning and developmental disabilities as well as other special needs. We focus on maximizing each student’s academic, emotional, and social potential, while developing a strong knowledge and love of his or her traditional Jewish heritage. We teach our students skills that promote success in mainstream academic, social and vocational settings, and empower them to become productive and confident members of the community. Each of SINAI’s schools is integrated within a regular education partner Jewish Elementary or High School, creating an inclusion experience that is personalized for every single child.

SINAI at JKHA, for elementary and middle school students in grades one through eight, is located at Joseph Kushner Hebrew Academy in Livingston, NJ. Students have a wide range of developmental, intellectual, and complex learning disabilities, and are grouped into multi-graded classes according to their social, academic, and emotional profiles to create appropriate peer groups.

SINAI at JKHA is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Teacher to work with both General and Judaic Studies faculty for the 2023-24 year, teaching children ages 6-14 with special needs in a collaborative and supportive setting. Knowledge of Orthodox Judaism a plus.

Responsibilities
Assisting general and Judaic studies teacher in the classroom for students with special needs
Providing academic support and guidance to students as needed

Qualified women and minorities encouraged to apply; EEO