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We would love to get to know you and to share more with you about what it’s like to work as part of the Schechter community.
Work at Schechter
We are one extraordinary team!
We’re proud to be named a Boston Globe Top Place to Work—but more than the title, it’s the feeling here that stands out. Schechter is a community in which educators are seen, celebrated, and supported at every stage of their journey.
Why Work at Schechter?
You’ll grow professionally
Dedicated Director of Learning & Teaching to support your craft
Small team structures for real-time coaching and peer learning
Tuition remission and teacher certification bonuses
Ongoing professional development, with time and support to try new ideas
You’ll be part of a school that leads with heart
We’re a Jewish day school in which every child is deeply known. Teachers are key to that. Here, relationships matter. Passion fuels learning. And kids leave their print on everything they explore.
Our culture? Curious, kind, and always improving
We live by these values every day:
Believe there’s no limit to better
Provide honest and kind feedback
Fail forward
Lean into complexity
Be kinder than necessary
You’ll be part of a team that truly works together
Our structure reflects our priorities: great teaching, meaningful mentorship, and time to connect with colleagues. We believe educator growth fuels student growth, and we’ve built our systems to prove it.
You’re welcome here
Schechter Boston is an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive community in which everyone is respected, supported, and empowered to grow.
Health Benefits
You’ll be well cared for inside and out
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance
Generous time off (Jewish + secular holidays; plus vacation, sick and personal time)
Teacher wellness support
Mental health resources including an Employee Assistance Program
JCC gym discount (yes, really)
Financial Benefits:
You’ll build financial security
403(b) with up to 5% employer match
Dependent Care and Health FSAs
Life Insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Current Job Openings
Lower School Hebrew Teacher (Part or Full Time)
Schechter Boston is currently hiring a Lower School Hebrew Teacher to teach Kindergarten Hebrew and provide small group lessons to native Hebrew speakers in grades K–3.
PreK Teacher Full Time 2025-2026
Schechter Boston is looking to hire a full-time, dynamic, and engaging Pre-K Teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year. The ideal candidate will work 5 days per week from 7:30 am to 4 pm.
Paraprofessional- Lower School (Full-Time 2025-2026)
Schechter Boston is looking to hire a full-time paraprofessional. The role begins immediately and concludes at the end of the school year (June 2026). The ideal candidate will work 5 days per week 8am-4pm with students across grades PreK-3 and support teachers within those classrooms. Additional work hours are available in our After School Program (until 6pm).
Substitute Teachers PreK-Grade 3
The substitute teacher is responsible for implementing lesson plans developed by the teacher who is absent, and any other duties as assigned.
Early Childhood Substitute Teachers
Do you have experience working in childcare? Are you looking for a change? Are you looking to start a career in Early Childhood education and want to get your feet wet? We would love to have you join us!
Music Teachers: Private Lessons (2025-2026)
Schechter Boston is looking for the following experienced Private Music Lesson Teachers:
Piano teachers
Drum teacher
Guitar teacher
Voice teacher
After School Program Teachers (2025-2026)
We are looking for creative, energetic people who love working with children. This is a great opportunity to work in a really fun and exciting environment with a great team!