teaching experience, a solid command of Modern Hebrew, and a master’s degree or higher (or equivalent advanced degree) at time of employment. (Colby will arrange for the successful candidate to receive training in the Ulpan-Or Hebrew language curriculum prior to the start of the fall semester.) The Jewish Studies department prioritizes outstanding pedagogy, a commitment to student mentorship beyond the classroom, and engagement in co-curricular activities. Colby College is proud to be among the best small liberal arts colleges for Jewish life and learning.
To apply, please submit applications through Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/194246 . Include a cover letter explaining your interest in this specific position, a cv, and two letters of recommendation. Please also submit a statement that describes your approach to pedagogy and how it will inform the courses you would teach at Colby; we encourage you to include specific examples that illustrate your use of active learning and student-centered teaching methods. Review of applications will begin on October 26, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
The anticipated salary range for this position is $65,700 to $69,700, commensurate with rank, experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors.
Colby is a private, coeducational liberal arts college that admits students and makes personnel decisions on the basis of the individual’s qualifications to contribute to Colby’s educational objectives and institutional needs. The principle of not discriminating on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, caste, national or ethnic origin, marital status, genetic information, political beliefs, veteran or military status, parental status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, physical or mental disability unrelated to the job or course of study requirements is consistent with the mission of a liberal arts college and the law.
