Director Of Jewish Life And Learning

Sid Jacobson JCC provides a full range of cutting-edge recreational, health, fitness, educational, cultural arts, and social services programs. We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals and strive to create and maintain an environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. We are dedicated to serving every aspect of community wellness, regardless of age or ability. We promote physical health through our innovative health and wellness center, while also providing for emotional and spiritual health through a variety of divorce, bereavement, and cancer support groups. In addition, we are Long Island's hub that addresses social justice, uses social action to better our society, and provides volunteers with the opportunity to give back.

We are dedicated to serving every aspect of community wellness, regardless of age or ability. We promote physical health through our innovative health and wellness center, while also providing for emotional and spiritual health through a variety of divorce, bereavement, and cancer support groups. Enjoy a lively Zumba class or work out at our state of the art fitness center. Make new friends. Meet popular authors and inspiring speakers. Celebrate holidays. Play canasta. Practice your Hebrew. Try your hand at watercolor painting. Work out with a personal trainer. We offer educational and interactive programs for seniors 60+ to help them achieve physical fitness, experience the world through cultural programs, keep their minds active with lectures, and engage with their peers in

We believe in the mission of our work. We believe that together, we are able to accomplish something life-changing, both for ourselves and for those around us. The Agency strives to find the most talented and dedicated individuals. We are committed to helping our professionals reach their highest potential. Ready for a change? Discover where vision, creativity, and talent come together.

Are you an experienced, inspiring leader who is passionate about advancing Jewish education, fostering Jewish pride and enhancing our Jewish peoplehood? Are you a visionary, team builder with a track record of success? If so, this could be your next career move. We seek an experienced leader for the position of Director of Jewish Life & Learning to build Jewish life, education and programs for community members of all ages at Sid Jacobson JCC. This position is in Nassau County (East Hills), Long Island.

The Director of Jewish Life & Learning is a dynamic, innovative, creative self-starter with a passion for Judaism, Jewish education and Jewish life. Sid Jacobson Jewish Community Center's Director of Jewish Life and Learning will connect deeply with individuals from a wide range of Jewish backgrounds and cultivate a community with diverse and varied expressions of Jewish life, increasing the overall visibility and presence of Jewish values and culture using innovative programming and instruction throughout the JCC community.

How You'll Help Us Be Successful:

• Become a thought partner in exploring ways to lift up, enrich and enhance Jewish Life at the JCC and within the community in meaningful and innovative ways aligning with current trends and community needs

• Develop, market and implement all Jewish Life & Learning programs

• Develop and strengthen Jewish content and curriculum, with a particular focus on programming for youth and families, Early Childhood, Senior Adults, Maccabi, Camp, and Teens

• Serve as a resource to all departments to infuse and expand Jewish content, including Israel, and quality in their particular area of services

• Develop, facilitate, and lead informal Jewish educational programs and events in conjunction with constituency program staff

• Develop and deliver new programs across SJJCC, including but not limited to, Jewish Holiday Celebrations, Israeli History, current affairs and culture, Israel and Jewish educational opportunities

• Prepare Jewish Holiday programming for the staff and the community, for example, staff holiday luncheons, Yom Ha'atzmaut, etc.

• Responsible for sourcing and bringing to SJJCC speakers, trainers and cultural providers for Israel and Jewish engagement from local, national and international sources

• Prepare and run training for program staff to increase their Jewish knowledge and strengthen their ability to impart Jewish traditions, culture and values to program participants

• Identify, acquire and, as necessary, develop Jewish educational materials for use in programming, and for display/distribution throughout the JCC, on website, and as part of other publications

• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Minimum Qualifications:

What You'll Need To Be Successful:

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree, Masters in Jewish Education a plus

• Experience in program development and delivery

• Comfortable in a public speaking role

• Strong working knowledge of Jewish values and traditions

• Ability to work with both children and adults

• Ability to work comfortably with all sections of the Jewish community

• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, lay leaders and program participants

• Understanding of key and current trends in the areas of Jewish community and Israel

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Self-starter with comfort taking initiative

• Passion and commitment to SJJCC's vision of being the Jewish destination

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, military status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We offer:

• Disability accommodations

• Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups

• LGBTQ+ friendly workplace

• Age-inclusive Diversity and inclusion training or programs

• Employee Discounts

Sid Jacobson JCC is a beneficiary agency of the UJA Federation of New York.

COVID-19 considerations:

The Sid Jacobson JCC has a mandatory vaccine policy, a dedicated medical advisory committee, newly installed air filters and air purification systems, common surfaces/areas are sanitized regularly, and members and staff are required to follow CDC regulations.

Salary:

$75,000 - $85,000

Agency Information:

Sid Jacobson JCC and Bernice Jacobson Day School and Camp, our satellite campus in Brookville, are the best places to ENRICH yourself, EXPLORE Jewish culture and CONNECT with the community. We provide a comprehensive program based on Jewish values, traditions, heritage and culture, which enriches the lives of all individuals and families in our community. We are a proud beneficiary of UJA-Federation of New York. Bernice Jacobson Day School & Camp 340 Wheatley Road Old Westbury, NY 11545 516-626-1094 For more information, visit us at www.sjjcc.org!