Millstone Scholars Teaching Fellows - Part Time

About the Millstone Scholars Program

Millstone Scholars is a National Honors program for 7th & 8th graders attending public and secular independent schools in communities across the US. Entering its 5th year with 30 cohorts around the U.S. and growing, students meet weekly over a full academic year in seminar-style classes to explore Jewish texts, the story of modern Israel, and the influence of Jewish ideas on America, strengthening Jewish identity.

More info: https://tikvah.org/millstone/curriculum/

Seeking working professionals and educators passionate about Jewish education to facilitate the Millstone program in local cities across the country. This is a part‑time, in‑person position based in the city of the educator’s cohort(s). Cohorts are typically 10–12 students and meet once per week for 75 minutes over the 8‑month academic year.

Hiring locations:
California (East Bay, San Francisco, Redwood City, San Diego);
Connecticut (Westport);
Florida (Boca Raton, Miami, Palm Beach Gardens);
Georgia (Atlanta);
Illinois (Chicago);
Nevada (Las Vegas);
New Jersey (Bergen County, Short Hills, East Brunswick);
New York (Brooklyn, Manhattan, Long Island);
Texas (Austin, Dallas).

Curriculum trimesters:
Fall – The Foundations of Jewish Thought;
Winter – The Founding of Modern Israel;
Spring – The Jewish Experience in America.

• Prepare lessons and activities based on curriculum;
• Facilitate engaging classroom discussions that promote debate and analysis of historical events;
• Record attendance and submit short seminar reflections;
• Collaborate with Millstone faculty and educator team;
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents;
• Maintain communication with Millstone Scholars team;
• Submit evaluations and share requested feedback with program administrators;
• Assist as needed with Millstone extra‑curricular opportunities (e.g., debate and field trips).

• Advanced degree preferred (not required);
• Experience with middle school-aged children preferred (not required);
• Effective classroom management;
• Excellent verbal and written communication;
• Ability to engage and inspire students, parents, and families;
• Ability to foster respectful dialogue and encourage critical thinking;
• Strong knowledge of Jewish and Zionist values, texts, and philosophy;
• Working knowledge of Tikvah’s work and alignment with its mission.

Period of Employment:
September 2026 – May 2027.

Compensation:
Salary $8k–$10k commensurate with experience and skill.

Tikvah is a leading Jewish think tank and educational institution with initiatives in Israel, the United States, and worldwide, including educational programs, publications, and fellowships.