Hebrew Educators: Part-time & full-time – United Herzlia Schools

Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Work

Atlantic Seaboard, Cape Town

Posted 22 hours ago

About The Organisation And The Role

United Herzlia Schools is a leading Jewish day school in Cape Town, committed to providing high-quality Jewish and secular education to the Jewish youth of Cape Town, irrespective of religious affiliation. It is committed to academic excellence, Jewish identity, and nurturing the full potential of every child. As part of the education team, youll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking environment dedicated to values-driven education and community impact.

UHS is currently seeking passionate, qualified, and innovative educators to join its Jewish Life and Learning Department in both part-time and full-time roles. The part-time roles will span across two pre-primary campusesAlon Ashel (Sea Point) and Gan Aviv (Gardens)while Herzlia Weizmann Primary School in Sea Point has a full-time, permanent vacancy for a Subject Head for Hebrew.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Pre-Primary Hebrew Teacher (Part time: 4 days/week until 13h00)

A nurturing and enthusiastic Hebrew teacher to inspire a love for the Hebrew language in our youngest learners.

Key Responsibilities:

Teach Hebrew to Pre-Primary children in a warm, inclusive environment.
Foster holistic development through nurturing, engaging, and age-appropriate lessons.
Adapt teaching for children with diverse learning needs.

Requirements:

Qualified ECD or Foundation Phase teacher.
Proficiency in Hebrew (spoken and written).
Experience teaching Hebrew at Pre-Primary or Primary level.
Knowledge of Ulpan Or (advantageous).
Energetic, team-oriented, and compassionate approach.
Pre-Primary JLL Music & Enrichment Educator (Part time: 3 mornings/week)

Combine your passion for music with Jewish education in this creative and joyful role.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead music and enrichment activities that bring Jewish traditions and values to life.
Inspire spiritual and cultural connection through song, movement, and storytelling.
Contribute to school-wide celebrations, ceremonies, and events.

Requirements:

Background in music education, Jewish studies, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of Jewish holidays, traditions, and values.
Experience with young children in an educational or community setting.
Ability to play a musical instrument (advantageous).
Weizmann Primary, Sea Point: Hebrew Subject Head (Full time, permanent)

A dynamic and experienced educator to lead our Hebrew department at the Primary School level.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the Hebrew curriculum with innovation and excellence.
Deliver high-quality Hebrew instruction across a range of abilities.
Support inclusive teaching practices and educational support programmes.
Incorporate technology and differentiated teaching methods in the classroom.

Requirements:

Qualified teacher with SACE registration.
Proven experience teaching Hebrew at Primary level.
Strong leadership, organisational, and administrative skills.
Familiarity with Ulpan Or (advantageous).
Willingness to participate in the schools extra-mural programme.

Required Skills & Experience

The ideal applicants will have the following competencies (applicable to ALL roles):

Deep knowledge and passion for Judaism, Jewish values, and education.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills.
Creative, energetic, and compassionate approach to teaching.
Ability to nurture and inspire children while acting as a positive role model.
Strong administrative and organisational capabilities.
Proficiency in using technology as part of the teaching and learning process.
Commitment to inclusive education and the diverse needs of our community.

Interested?

Please submit a CV and cover letter specifying the role(s) you are applying for.

Email your application to: application@herzlia.com

Closing date for applications: 19 September 2025

If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks of submitting your application, kindly consider your application to have been unsuccessful

Job Features

Job Category Education Location: Cape Town: Atlantic Seaboard, Gardens Reporting to: Head of Jewish Life & Learning (JLL) Hours of work: Part time & full time Nature of contract: Permanent Salary range: Market related commensurate with skill and experience Closing date for applications: 19 September 2025 Interested? Please submit a CV and cover letter specifying the role(s) you are applying for. Email your application to: application@herzlia.com Start date: January 2026

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