Assistant Teacher

Assistant Teacher

Assistant Teacher Kohelet Yeshiva | 2026–2027 School Year

You know what it’s like when young students need extra support, encouragement, and guidance throughout their school day — and you want to be part of helping them grow.

Are you the kind of educator who…

• Supports students with warmth, patience, and consistency throughout the school day.
• Enjoys working closely with classroom teachers to help create a positive and productive learning environment.
• Helps students stay engaged, follow routines, and build confidence academically and socially.
• Finds joy in building relationships with children and helping them feel successful at school.
• Is flexible, collaborative, and eager to jump in wherever support is needed.

If that sounds like you, please keep reading and then reach out to express your interest in joining the team at Kohelet Yeshiva in Lower Merion, PA.

Kohelet Yeshiva is seeking a caring, dependable, and student-centered Assistant Teacher to join our faculty for the 2026–2027 school year. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children, supporting classroom learning, and helping students feel confident, supported, and successful throughout their day.

In this role, you will work closely with classroom teachers and students across the elementary grades. Responsibilities may include supporting instruction, working with small groups or individual students, assisting with classroom organization and routines, helping students stay focused and engaged, and contributing to a warm and positive classroom environment.

Kohelet Yeshiva is a dual-curriculum K–12 yeshiva day school where the culture empowers student voice, engagement, and growth.

• A collaborative and supportive faculty team that values relationships and growth.
• A school culture centered around warmth, respect, and meaningful learning.
• A community that believes every child deserves to feel known, supported, and capable.
• Ongoing collaboration with teachers and administrators to support student success.

• Loves working with children and enjoys being part of a school community.
• Brings patience, positivity, flexibility, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Works well collaboratively and communicates effectively with teachers and students.
• Can support students academically, socially, and behaviorally throughout the day.
• Is organized, dependable, and proactive.
• Feels comfortable supporting students in both whole-class and small-group settings.
• Prior classroom or childcare experience is preferred.