Full Time Instructional Assistant

FOR THE SULAM Lower school at Berman Hebrew Academy
(For THE 2026–2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Salary Range

 Full time salary range $32K–$38K (commensurate with

qualifications/experience)

Who We Are

Sulam fosters and provides inclusive, high quality, special education support for diverse learners in grades K-12 within Jewish day schools across the Greater Washington area.

Sulam aspires to create an educational approach where diverse learners are recognized as vital contributors to the world and are integrated naturally into the fabric of their school, their community, and broader society.

We believe:

  • Inclusion is a Jewish value and a communal responsibility.

  • Every Sulam student is a valuable member of the Jewish community and society.

  • Every Sulam student deserves a rigorous Jewish and general education alongside their peers.

  • Everyone benefits from an inclusive classroom environment in which there are diverse learning styles.

  • Every student has strengths, wants to be successful, and deserves a team of
    advocates who facilitate their academic, social, and emotional growth.

  • Parents are experts on their children and strong home-school partnerships form
    the basis of an excellent educational program.Job Description

The role of Special Education Instructional Assistant is a unique opportunity to both contribute to and learn from a collaborative team of experienced professionals from two stellar organizations. The person in this position will receive ongoing training and support from experts in special education and related disciplines, as well as direct supervision from a special educator.

Job Description 

The role of Special Education Instructional Assistant is a unique opportunity to both contribute to and learn from a collaborative team of experienced professionals. The person in this position will receive ongoing training and support from experts in special education and related disciplines. Given direct supervision from a special educator, the specific responsibilities include: 

● Providing academic, social, emotional, and/or behavioral support to Sulam students in inclusive settings, including: 

○ Berman classrooms 

○ Lunch, recess, activities, programs, assemblies, trips, etc. 

● Supporting the implementation of students’ academic accommodations and modifications 

● Supporting the implementation of students’ social, emotional, and/or behavioral support plan 

● Collecting data on student performance and progress 

● Communicating regularly with the Berman and Sulam teachers, and students’ parents

The Special Education Instructional Assistant will possess the following qualifications and characteristics: 

● Experience in Special Education, a related field, or working as a paraprofessional with school-age children in educational and/or recreational settings 

● Ability to support students with Hebrew language and Judaic studies curriculum preferred

● Positive energy and enthusiasm; passionate commitment to helping children meet with success 

● Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written 

● Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills 

● Desire to learn, read and grow in knowledge 

● Responsive to direction and feedback 

● Ability to assess the environment and take initiative 

● Flexibility to adapt to circumstances and challenges in the moment  

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Ariel Kramer at kramera@mjbha.org