Youth Engagement Coordinator
Temple Israel, Sharon, MA
Temple Israel is seeking a dynamic, creative, and relationship-driven Youth Engagement Coordinator to join our Education Team. This full-time, academic-year (10-month) position focuses on building meaningful relationships with students in grades 6–12 and creating engaging social, educational, leadership, and Jewish experiences that strengthen their connection to Temple Israel. This position is a 10 month position paid over 12 months leaving your summers free to work at camps, travel, teen programs, and more.
The Youth Engagement Coordinator will work closely with the Director of Youth Education and Programming, clergy, educators, families, volunteers, and lay leaders to cultivate a welcoming teen community and provide meaningful opportunities for students to grow as Jewish learners and leaders.
Primary Responsibilities
Teen Engagement & Programming
- Build meaningful relationships with students in grades 6–12 through regular presence, outreach, and individual engagement.
- Plan and facilitate regular teen programming, including social, educational, service-learning, and community-building experiences.
- Engage students who are not currently participating in Temple Israel programs and help them find meaningful points of connection.
- Gather and respond to teen interests and feedback to inform future programming.
- Organize and supervise occasional off-site trips, volunteer opportunities, and community experiences.
Teen Leadership & Madrichim
- Supervise and mentor the Madrichim program in partnership with the Director of Youth Education and Programming.
- Recruit and train teen leaders and provide ongoing mentorship and leadership development.
- Support teen leadership committees and empower students to take ownership of programs and events.
- Coordinate with regional BBYO and USY leadership and connect Temple Israel teens with regional youth opportunities.
- Attend selected conventions, Shabbatons, and youth events as needed.
Junior Congregation & Shabbat
- Plan and lead weekly Junior Congregation, including Torah study, prayer, and engaging Shabbat activities.
- Create opportunities for students to participate in prayer leadership and synagogue life.
- Support additional Shabbat, holiday, and youth/family programming throughout the year.
Religious School & Youth Program Support
- Serve as a welcoming and consistent presence during Religious School and youth programs.
- Support teachers, students, and staff with program logistics, materials, attendance, and classroom needs.
- Assist with family programs, holiday programs, Shabbat dinners, and other community events.
- Support transportation and other logistical needs for youth programming.
- Assist with High Holiday programming and other congregational celebrations.
Communications & Administration
- Coordinate and distribute a weekly Religious School and youth programming newsletter.
- Promote youth programs through email, social media, flyers, and other communications.
- Maintain accurate youth program rosters, attendance records, calendars, and registration information.
- Assist with purchasing, supplies, payroll tracking, budget monitoring, and other administrative needs of the Youth Education Department.
- Collaborate with Temple Israel staff to ensure programs are well-organized and effectively communicated.
Schedule
This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with required on-site hours during the academic year, including:
- Sundays: 9:00 AM–11:30 AM, plus Youth Group programming as scheduled
- Saturdays: 9:45 AM–12:30 PM (preferred)
- High Holiday programming and other congregational events
- Evening and weekend programs, including occasional off-site trips
- Additional hours scheduled in coordination with the Director of Youth Education and Programming
The schedule may vary throughout the year based on the Religious School, Youth Group, Shabbat, holiday, and programmatic calendars.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- At least two years of experience working with children and/or teens in Jewish education, camps, youth groups, or similar settings.
- Passion for engaging teens and creating meaningful Jewish experiences.
- Strong relationship-building, communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Ability to independently plan and execute programs from conception through implementation.
- Experience mentoring or supervising teen leaders preferred.
- Familiarity with BBYO, USY, NFTY, Jewish camps, or other Jewish youth organizations is a plus.
- Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Canva, social media, and database/CRM systems.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Compensation
Salary: $40,000–$50,000
Temple Israel, Sharon, MA, is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming community for all.