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Job & Internship Board
The Job listings below include general information about opportunities we have been made aware of and will be updated as frequently as possible. We invite students and alumni to apply to these opportunities!
To apply or to learn more about the listing click on the box, it will tell you more! Still have questions? Reach out to staff at hannah@hillelsofwestchester.org, rachel@hillelsofwestchester.org or ari@hillelsofwestchester.org
PRO TIP: application deadlines sometimes change or you can ask for an extension. Do not give up if you see something you want is soon or the deadline has already passed!
Shaarei Tikvah Assistant Teacher Positions
About us:
Shaarei Tikvah is a Conservative synagogue in the heart of Scarsdale, NY. At Shaarei Tikvah’s religious school (K-7), we seek to inspire our children with a sense of wonder and appreciation of Judaism’s rich heritage and culture. Our weekday-only program (Monday - Thursday 4:00 - 6:15) provides a strong foundation in tefilah, Israel, holidays, Hebrew, and Bible stories, incorporating music and the arts in unique activities that make learning fun. Through questioning, creating, active participation and special family programs, children experience and learn about mitzvot, Torah, Shabbat, holidays, Israel and Jewish history.
You are:
An innovative, engaging, passionate educator who has ideally worked in a Jewish setting (informal or formal) and enjoys working with children. A degree in Education or related field is preferred.
Our teaching assistants will:
Carry out lesson plans created by the head teacher
Facilitate small group learning
Support students who need additional attention (enrichment or remediation)
How to Apply:
Please send your resume to the Education Director, Rachel Mann at Rachel@Shaareitikvah.org.
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Shaarei Tikvah is a Conservative synagogue in the heart of Scarsdale, NY. At Shaarei Tikvah’s religious school (K-7), we seek to inspire our children with a sense of wonder and appreciation of Judaism’s rich heritage and culture. Our weekday-only program (Monday - Thursday 4:00 - 6:15) provides a strong foundation in tefilah, Israel, holidays, Hebrew, and Bible stories, incorporating music and the arts in unique activities that make learning fun. Through questioning, creating, active participation and special family programs, children experience and learn about mitzvot, Torah, Shabbat, holidays, Israel and Jewish history.
You are:
An innovative, engaging, passionate educator who has ideally worked in a Jewish setting (informal or formal) and enjoys working with children. A degree in Education or related field is preferred.
Our teaching assistants will:
Carry out lesson plans created by the head teacher
Facilitate small group learning
Support students who need additional attention (enrichment or remediation)
How to Apply:
Please send your resume to the Education Director, Rachel Mann at Rachel@Shaareitikvah.org.
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Onward Israel
Our classic Winter Internship program is an eight-week immersive internship program in Tel Aviv. This track is perfect for any current seniors or recent graduates looking for work and travel experience prior to entering the workforce. Tentative program dates are December 28, 2022, to February 21, 2023 and the program fee is $650.
The Winter Advance program is a perfect opportunity for current students, fitting nicely into most Winter Breaks. The first four weeks of the program afford participants the opportunity to intern in Israel and immerse themselves in the culture. The final four weeks give participants the chance to continue their work remotely from the comfort of their own home, dorm, or campus.
Participants will spend December 19, 2022 to January 15, 2023 in Israel and January 18 to February 14, 2023 interning remotely (program dates are tentative.) Participants will continue to connect with Israel and their cohort while interning remotely and joining zoom events organized by Onward Israel. The program fee is $400.
Both our Winter Internship and Winter Advance programs are heavily subsidized. The program fee covers housing in Israel, ground transportation, basic medical insurance, educational trips and programming. Note: flights are the responsibility of participants and are not arranged or paid for by Onward Israel.
The Winter Advance program is a perfect opportunity for current students, fitting nicely into most Winter Breaks. The first four weeks of the program afford participants the opportunity to intern in Israel and immerse themselves in the culture. The final four weeks give participants the chance to continue their work remotely from the comfort of their own home, dorm, or campus.
Participants will spend December 19, 2022 to January 15, 2023 in Israel and January 18 to February 14, 2023 interning remotely (program dates are tentative.) Participants will continue to connect with Israel and their cohort while interning remotely and joining zoom events organized by Onward Israel. The program fee is $400.
Both our Winter Internship and Winter Advance programs are heavily subsidized. The program fee covers housing in Israel, ground transportation, basic medical insurance, educational trips and programming. Note: flights are the responsibility of participants and are not arranged or paid for by Onward Israel.
Camp Specialist Jobs in Northern Westchester
Our co-operative community is seeking a 3 specialists and a CIT Director for our seven week summer program in Northern Westchester. We are a nature-oriented, 95 year-old, progressive camp with a 150- year-old barn, ball field, seven acre lake, and seventeen acre woods where we camp and hike and do nature studies. A successful candidate must love children and be creative, ethical, kind, someone who can foster the magic of Summer Camp. Our traditional program includes swimming, nursery, arts and crafts, nature, sports, folk singing, folk dancing, theater and cooking. Job includes hands-on programming.
THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION. If interested please email a resume to goldensbridgedaycamp@gmail.com
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As the Theater Specialist, you genuinely love being around children and you feel confident in your ability to teach theater games and skills. You will have the freedom to create your own program within the structure of facilitating 4 or 5 activities a day for different aged campers. Ideally, you will help create some kind of final camp performance, but what is most important is you will joyfully encourage campers to discover their inner performers. You will have a lovely proscenium stage inside of our historic barn as your play space. Must be 18 or over and available from June 27-August 12, as well as a few days earlier in June for orientation/training. Salary is $500/week. Please look at our website https://www.goldensbridgedaycamp.com/ or you can email goldensbridgedaycamp@gmail.com if you have any questions or are ready to apply. Thank you!
Our Games Specialist will share their love of games and non competitive sports with our campers throughout the summer. Our campers are ages 3-14 and the games specialist will facilitate 4 or 5 1- hour-long activities throughout the camp day. We have a very large grassy field, a basketball court, a sand volleyball court and we will be getting a gaga pit. We are looking for someone who is creative, patient, fun, and who knows plenty of ways of engaging children of all athletic abilities. Must be 18 or over and available from June 27-August 12, as well as a few days earlier in June for orientation/training. Salary is $500/week. Please look at our website https://www.goldensbridgedaycamp.com/ or you can email goldensbridgedaycamp@gmail.com if you have any questions or are ready to apply. Thank you!
A successful Nature Specialist will have experience with children and an ability to create nature projects for various ages, utilize our large, rural campus effectively, identify the local flora and fauna, pitch tents, cook meals over a wood fire and be an environmental enthusiast and educator. RTE certificate- will provide training.
Must be 18 or over and available from June 27-August 12, as well as a few days earlier in June for orientation/training. Salary is $500/week. Please look at our website https://www.goldensbridgedaycamp.com/ or you can email goldensbridgedaycamp@gmail.com if you have any questions or are ready to apply. Thank you!
Our co-operative community is seeking a Director for our Counselor in Training Program (CIT) which is part of a seven week summer program in Northern Westchester. We are a nature-oriented, 95 year-old, progressive camp with a 150- year-old barn, ball field, seven acre lake, and seventeen acre woods where we camp and hike and do nature studies.
The CIT Director provides leadership and guidance to the group of 5-10 CIT campers under their charge, as they prepare to become future camp staff. The CIT Director plans, organizes, and oversees the summer CIT schedule. The CIT Director provides the support and wisdom the CITs need as they try new things, take risks, and experience growth.
Must be 18 or over.
Our camp runs from June 27-August 12 and the camp day is 9am-4pm.
Please email us at goldensbridgedaycamp@gmail.com with questions or to apply.
THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION. If interested please email a resume to goldensbridgedaycamp@gmail.com
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As the Theater Specialist, you genuinely love being around children and you feel confident in your ability to teach theater games and skills. You will have the freedom to create your own program within the structure of facilitating 4 or 5 activities a day for different aged campers. Ideally, you will help create some kind of final camp performance, but what is most important is you will joyfully encourage campers to discover their inner performers. You will have a lovely proscenium stage inside of our historic barn as your play space. Must be 18 or over and available from June 27-August 12, as well as a few days earlier in June for orientation/training. Salary is $500/week. Please look at our website https://www.goldensbridgedaycamp.com/ or you can email goldensbridgedaycamp@gmail.com if you have any questions or are ready to apply. Thank you!
Our Games Specialist will share their love of games and non competitive sports with our campers throughout the summer. Our campers are ages 3-14 and the games specialist will facilitate 4 or 5 1- hour-long activities throughout the camp day. We have a very large grassy field, a basketball court, a sand volleyball court and we will be getting a gaga pit. We are looking for someone who is creative, patient, fun, and who knows plenty of ways of engaging children of all athletic abilities. Must be 18 or over and available from June 27-August 12, as well as a few days earlier in June for orientation/training. Salary is $500/week. Please look at our website https://www.goldensbridgedaycamp.com/ or you can email goldensbridgedaycamp@gmail.com if you have any questions or are ready to apply. Thank you!
A successful Nature Specialist will have experience with children and an ability to create nature projects for various ages, utilize our large, rural campus effectively, identify the local flora and fauna, pitch tents, cook meals over a wood fire and be an environmental enthusiast and educator. RTE certificate- will provide training.
Must be 18 or over and available from June 27-August 12, as well as a few days earlier in June for orientation/training. Salary is $500/week. Please look at our website https://www.goldensbridgedaycamp.com/ or you can email goldensbridgedaycamp@gmail.com if you have any questions or are ready to apply. Thank you!
Our co-operative community is seeking a Director for our Counselor in Training Program (CIT) which is part of a seven week summer program in Northern Westchester. We are a nature-oriented, 95 year-old, progressive camp with a 150- year-old barn, ball field, seven acre lake, and seventeen acre woods where we camp and hike and do nature studies.
The CIT Director provides leadership and guidance to the group of 5-10 CIT campers under their charge, as they prepare to become future camp staff. The CIT Director plans, organizes, and oversees the summer CIT schedule. The CIT Director provides the support and wisdom the CITs need as they try new things, take risks, and experience growth.
Must be 18 or over.
Our camp runs from June 27-August 12 and the camp day is 9am-4pm.
Please email us at goldensbridgedaycamp@gmail.com with questions or to apply.
5th grade Shorashim (religious school) Educator
Are you passionate about Jewish learning and living? We’re looking for a dynamic educator to join our vision-driven Education Team in Shorashim (our K-6 educational program). You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and families at our thriving synagogue. We are a fully egalitarian Conservative congregation with a vibrant membership. We are deeply committed to fostering Jewish engagement in an atmosphere of mutual respect and inclusion. Our families want their children to be connected, to be inspired, and to see Temple Israel Center as their second home.
5th grade Shorashim Educator
Teach in our dynamic, experiential religious school program called Shorashim
Shorashim meets on Sundays from 9-11:30am and Wednesday and Thursdays from 4-5:30pm
Our ideal educator is:
Engaging, enthusiastic, and passionate about Jewish education
Able to build meaningful relationships with learners and families
Familiar with Hebrew and the Siddur, Torah, Jewish history, holidays, and ritual
Reflective and interested in professional learning and growth
Salary range: $10,000-$13,000 (negotiable)
Please be in touch with Michelle Steinhart, Director of Shorashim and Director of Inclusion, at m.steinhart@templeisraelcenter.org for further information or to apply.
Director of Teen Programming at Temple Shaaray Tefila of Northern Westchester
Job Description:
Temple Shaaray Teflia seeks a dynamic, experiential educator who will shape and develop our informal teen programming. As our youth complete their B’nai Mitzvah experiences, they want new options of engagement and gathering. Our formal education in our Living Judaism Religious School provides one vibrant model. The Director of Teen Programming will develop an alternative and complementary set of options, so that Temple Shaaray Tefila establishes a robust offering, for the diverse group of teens and families of our immediate and broader community. This full-time position includes: teen engagement and relationship building, creative programming, social justice and Jewish values experiences. Reporting to the Director of Education, the Director will work closely with the Cantor, Rabbi and Executive Director and the volunteer committee of this initiative.
The ideal candidate is eager to work with teens, is passionate about social justice and service, and is excited by the opportunity to create a new “Teen Center” and take programs from idea to execution with excellence.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Develop the program and 3-year plan for the temple’s ‘Teen Center’, setting success metrics and key milestones. Working with professional and volunteer leadership, shape and vet the plan and present to the Board of Directors.
Create a calendar of events, including such elements as ‘hang outs’, volunteer opportunities, trips, leadership experiences, speaker and learning series.
Design and implement weekly and monthly programming for distinct and overlapping groups of our youth.
Teens involved will cross among ToaSTY (youth group), our Teen Action Center, Rosh Chodesh/Shevet Achim and our Madrichim participants.
Lead the B’nai Mitzvah group projects program as a key experience in participants’ community involvement, and as a step toward their engagement in the social action of the Teen Center.
Cultivate leadership skills among the teens and work with staff and lay leadership of the temple, to ensure the teens have opportunities to lead, advocate and teach.
Reach out to the teens and their parents within our temple community and our broader community, for program participation.
Develop and lead trips for the teens to educate them first hand on key issues of the day.
Conceptualize, develop and conduct weekly and monthly programming, dependent on the group.
Mentor the Madrichim so they can be effective tutors and mentors and coordinate the program.
Partner with the B’nai Mitzvah Coordinator so interests developed in the B’nai Mitzvah projects can carry through to further involvement and leadership opportunities post B’nai Mitzvah
Engage with parents, so they can support their teens and learn from them. Explore the potential of the parents having their peer group and ways to be involved in the efforts led by the teens.
Qualifications:
This position requires demonstrated experience designing and leading youth in a variety of programs and activities. Three years of Jewish informal, or progressive settings preferred.
Life-long learner who sees the potential in every child and will help children see the potential in themselves
Exceptional interpersonal skills, good judgment, and an ability to work both independently and in a highly collaborative environment
A commitment to thinking outside of the box – dedication to creativity, innovation, and fun
Strong program management skills and a sense of ownership over the programming that drives efficiency and excellence in all aspects of work
Demonstrated passion for the mission, vision, and core values of Jewish engagement and education at Temple Shaaray Tefila
Masters’ degree in Jewish Education or related fields preferred
Detail-oriented and comfortable with technology
Compensation and Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience
Medical Insurance
Paid Vacation time
Please send cover letter and resume to: sbensimon@templest.org, with the subject line: Director of Teen Programming
Temple Shaaray Teflia seeks a dynamic, experiential educator who will shape and develop our informal teen programming. As our youth complete their B’nai Mitzvah experiences, they want new options of engagement and gathering. Our formal education in our Living Judaism Religious School provides one vibrant model. The Director of Teen Programming will develop an alternative and complementary set of options, so that Temple Shaaray Tefila establishes a robust offering, for the diverse group of teens and families of our immediate and broader community. This full-time position includes: teen engagement and relationship building, creative programming, social justice and Jewish values experiences. Reporting to the Director of Education, the Director will work closely with the Cantor, Rabbi and Executive Director and the volunteer committee of this initiative.
The ideal candidate is eager to work with teens, is passionate about social justice and service, and is excited by the opportunity to create a new “Teen Center” and take programs from idea to execution with excellence.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Develop the program and 3-year plan for the temple’s ‘Teen Center’, setting success metrics and key milestones. Working with professional and volunteer leadership, shape and vet the plan and present to the Board of Directors.
Create a calendar of events, including such elements as ‘hang outs’, volunteer opportunities, trips, leadership experiences, speaker and learning series.
Design and implement weekly and monthly programming for distinct and overlapping groups of our youth.
Teens involved will cross among ToaSTY (youth group), our Teen Action Center, Rosh Chodesh/Shevet Achim and our Madrichim participants.
Lead the B’nai Mitzvah group projects program as a key experience in participants’ community involvement, and as a step toward their engagement in the social action of the Teen Center.
Cultivate leadership skills among the teens and work with staff and lay leadership of the temple, to ensure the teens have opportunities to lead, advocate and teach.
Reach out to the teens and their parents within our temple community and our broader community, for program participation.
Develop and lead trips for the teens to educate them first hand on key issues of the day.
Conceptualize, develop and conduct weekly and monthly programming, dependent on the group.
Mentor the Madrichim so they can be effective tutors and mentors and coordinate the program.
Partner with the B’nai Mitzvah Coordinator so interests developed in the B’nai Mitzvah projects can carry through to further involvement and leadership opportunities post B’nai Mitzvah
Engage with parents, so they can support their teens and learn from them. Explore the potential of the parents having their peer group and ways to be involved in the efforts led by the teens.
Qualifications:
This position requires demonstrated experience designing and leading youth in a variety of programs and activities. Three years of Jewish informal, or progressive settings preferred.
Life-long learner who sees the potential in every child and will help children see the potential in themselves
Exceptional interpersonal skills, good judgment, and an ability to work both independently and in a highly collaborative environment
A commitment to thinking outside of the box – dedication to creativity, innovation, and fun
Strong program management skills and a sense of ownership over the programming that drives efficiency and excellence in all aspects of work
Demonstrated passion for the mission, vision, and core values of Jewish engagement and education at Temple Shaaray Tefila
Masters’ degree in Jewish Education or related fields preferred
Detail-oriented and comfortable with technology
Compensation and Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience
Medical Insurance
Paid Vacation time
Please send cover letter and resume to: sbensimon@templest.org, with the subject line: Director of Teen Programming
Vaccinated Childcare Provider Needed!
Local Family is seeking someone who can be an afternoon driver/sitter for 2 kids ages 11 and 14. Time and hours: M-F 3:30-6:30/7, partial availability could be considered! Contact Hannah at Hannah@hillelsofwestchester.org if interested
Apply for the Springboard Fellowship!
Springboard is a 2 year opportunity to continue to grow post grad! It is a full time salaried job and you get to be a Hillel pro! Sound amazing? That's because it is! Applications close Feb 1st!
HOW is looking for Engagement Interns!
Love people? Want your friends to do Jewish stuff with you? Get paid for it! Reach out to HOW by contacting Hannah at hannah@hillelsofwestchester.org
Education Coordinator for Shinshinim Year of Service Program
The Jewish Agency for Israel is seeking an excellent candidate to fill the position of Educational
Coordinator for the Shinshinim Year of Service Program in Westchester.
The Shinshinim Year of Service Abroad Program recruits and places well equipped, trained, young Israeli
engagers in several institutions in the Westchester Jewish Community. The “Shinshin” or participant,
develops personal relationships with the community at large by working in formal and informal Jewish
education systems. The “Shinshinim” (plural of Shinshin) bring authentic Israel programing and flavor into
the institution and work to develop interpersonal connections with youth and the overall community.
The Coordinator ensures the successful implementation of the program in the local Westchester schools,
synagogues and other organizations across the community. The coordinator is in charge of guiding and
supporting the Shinshinim throughout the year and making sure the program achieves its goals. The
coordinator liaises with the Jewish Agency for Israel, local organizational staff, educators, and host
families.
Tasks include supervising the Shinshinim, professionally, logistically and emotionally. Submit a cover letter and resume to: ShacharL@Jafi.org to apply or email Shachar to learn more!
Coordinator for the Shinshinim Year of Service Program in Westchester.
The Shinshinim Year of Service Abroad Program recruits and places well equipped, trained, young Israeli
engagers in several institutions in the Westchester Jewish Community. The “Shinshin” or participant,
develops personal relationships with the community at large by working in formal and informal Jewish
education systems. The “Shinshinim” (plural of Shinshin) bring authentic Israel programing and flavor into
the institution and work to develop interpersonal connections with youth and the overall community.
The Coordinator ensures the successful implementation of the program in the local Westchester schools,
synagogues and other organizations across the community. The coordinator is in charge of guiding and
supporting the Shinshinim throughout the year and making sure the program achieves its goals. The
coordinator liaises with the Jewish Agency for Israel, local organizational staff, educators, and host
families.
Tasks include supervising the Shinshinim, professionally, logistically and emotionally. Submit a cover letter and resume to: ShacharL@Jafi.org to apply or email Shachar to learn more!
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