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Gann Academy–The New Jewish High School of Greater Boston is a pluralistic Jewish day school committed to providing
a challenging, nurturing, and inspiring education that integrates intensive Jewish
studies with the sciences and the humanities. We challenge our students to cultivate
their talents and interests in all areas of human potential: intellectual, artistic,
spiritual and physical. Experiential learning and the art of disciplined conversation
are key elements of our educational philosophy. Faculty are committed to a learning
process that encourages creativity and critical thinking.
Gann Academy is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity
for all employees without regard to race, color, religious creed, national
and ethnic origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, or physical disability.
Gann Academy offers an attractive and competitive package of benefits to its
employees. The school is accredited by the New England Association of Schools
and Colleges.
Job Opportunities
Gann Academy is accepting applications for the following positions. Candidates
should submit cover letter, resume, and other supporting documents to contacts
listed below. All full-time teaching positions All full-time positions include
teaching four sections, serving as a student advisor, and supervising a student
club or coaching a sport.
Faculty Openings
JUDAIC STUDIES
Hebrew Teacher
Candidates should have significant experience teaching Hebrew to middle-school and/or high school students for whom English is a primary language, a degree in Hebrew Language or Literature, enthusiastic interest in working with high school students, and strong communication skills. Experience in the Proficiency Approach to Language Education is preferred, and an excellent command of spoken and written English is required.
Interested candidates should submit information to Judy Pordes,
Gann Academy, 333 Forest Street, Waltham, MA 02452 or via email to Judy Pordes.
Tanakh Teacher
Candidates should have a strong background in the Tanakh and its interpretation and an enthusiastic interest in working with high school students. Experience teaching parshanut and modern critical approaches is a plus. Candidates should be comfortable working in a pluralistic Jewish setting that engages students from all Jewish backgrounds with creative and innovative programs.
Interested candidates should submit information to Judy Pordes,
Gann Academy, 333 Forest Street, Waltham, MA 02452 or via email to Judy Pordes.
GENERAL STUDIES
Academic Technology Coordinator/Teacher
Experienced Academic Technology Coordinator sought to provide support for the use and integration of technology into the school’s teaching and learning environment. The ideal candidate will also teach several classes in either Math (all levels) or Science (Physics/Chemistry). Responsibilities include designing and offering appropriate training workshops, chairing the Academic Technology Committee, and partnering with faculty and students in the exploration and use of instructional technologies. The ability to teach Computer Science is a plus, as is a working knowledge of Hebrew and multi-language applications.
Interested candidates should submit information to Judy Pordes,
Gann Academy, 333 Forest Street, Waltham, MA 02452 or via email to Judy Pordes.
English Teacher (Full-time or Part-time)
Experienced candidate sought to teach survey courses in Introduction to Literature and Genre (9th grade) and British Literature (10th grade), either full-time or part-time. Candidates should have an advanced degree and experience creating a successful learning experience for students with diverse learning styles. For interested candidates, there is the possibility of teaching a senior elective in Jewish Literature.
Interested candidates should submit information to Judy Pordes,
Gann Academy, 333 Forest Street, Waltham, MA 02452 or via email to Judy Pordes.
Maternity Leave English Teacher (Sept-Nov)
Experienced candidate sought to teach a senior elective during the fall term. The course will focus on Macbeth and mythology, with writing assignments ranging from response papers to longer analytical assignments. Candidates should have teaching experience, an advanced degree, and enthusiastic interest in working with high school students.
Interested candidates should submit information to Judy Pordes,
Gann Academy, 333 Forest Street, Waltham, MA 02452 or via email to Judy Pordes.
Mathematics Teacher
Experienced candidate sought to teach a range of mathematics courses, from Algebra I to Advanced Calculus. Candidates should have significant teaching experience, a degree in mathematics, and enthusiastic interest in working with high school students.
Interested candidates should submit information to Judy Pordes,
Gann Academy, 333 Forest Street, Waltham, MA 02452 or via email to Judy Pordes.
Physics/Chemistry Teacher
Candidates should have significant teaching experience, a degree in Science, enthusiastic interest in working with high school students, and strong communication skills.
Interested candidates should submit information to Judy Pordes,
Gann Academy, 333 Forest Street, Waltham, MA 02452 or via email to Judy Pordes.
Spanish Teacher
Candidates should have significant experience teaching Spanish to high school students for whom English is a primary language, an ability to teach beginning levels through AP, a degree in Spanish Language or Literature, enthusiastic interest in working with high school students, and strong communication skills. Experience in the Proficiency Approach to Language Education is preferred, and an excellent command of spoken and written English is required.
Interested candidates should submit information to Judy Pordes,
Gann Academy, 333 Forest Street, Waltham, MA 02452 or via email to Judy Pordes.
Administrative/Staff Openings
Helpdesk Technician
Gann Academy is accepting applications for a full-time Helpdesk Technician. This is an entry level position for tier 1 support which reports to Director of Technology. The Helpdesk Technician is an integral member of a small IT department that supports and provides for the operations of the school’s technology objectives.
More details can be found here. 
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume, including references to Linda Robinson, Director of Technology.
Athletic Staff Openings
Spring Coaches
Gann Academy seeks to hire the following part-time coaching positions for the
Spring season: Assistant Varsity Girls' Lacrosse, Assistant Varsity Boys' Lacrosse,
Head Coach Girls' JV Lacrosse, Assistant Varsity Baseball,
Head JV Coach Baseball,
Head Coach Girls' Varsity Tennis, Recreational Golf Coach (this position meets
with students only 2x per week where the other positions are 4x per week).
Competitive team practice sessions are Monday through Thursday, alternating
between late afternoon (in the range 3-5pm) and early evening (in the range
5-7pm) times, with occasional Sunday practices. Games and matches are scheduled
Monday through Thursday with occasional Sat nights. Compensation is based on
experience and ability.
Interested candidates should submit information to Susan Johnson,
Director of Athletics, Gann Academy, 333 Forest Street, Waltham, MA 02452 or
via email to Susan
Johnson.
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