Youth Advisor

Temple Israel is seeking a dynamic Youth Advisor to join our Education staff. This full or part-time position is responsible for planning and executing innovative programming with our youth (grades K-12), creating positive Jewish experiences; planning social events, and leading informal Jewish educational opportunities. The Youth Advisor will build on the strong foundations of our youth program to sustain a meaningful, values-driven, and fun community for our youth. The Youth Advisor will work collaboratively with clergy, staff, and lay leaders to create a welcoming and enriching environment that promotes Jewish learning and values, Jewish pride, and community involvement.

This position is supervised by the Director of Youth Education and Programming.

Responsibilities:

• Lead bi-monthly “Kehillah High” educational experiences for 8th-12th graders
• Create and run weekly Sunday morning youth group lounge activities for 5-7th graders
• Lead ongoing monthly social activities and volunteer opportunities for multiple age groups ie: tikkun olam projects or recreational outings
• Work with regional USY leadership to continue building the foundation for the local chapter and collaborating with other USYs in the region
• Assist with the vision, mission, and curriculum setting of all K-12 educational and social programming
• Assist in creating and implementing grade-level Family Education Programs, Jr. Congregation, Holiday Programs, Services, and Special Programs.
• Preferred: Prayer knowledge to help lead weekly Shabbat morning Junior Congregation
• Help in religious school classrooms as needed

Onsite presence is required during the academic year including Shabbat morning Junior Congregation, Religious School and youth group on Sunday mornings, and bi- monthly Kehillah High and USY programming. High Holiday and other holiday responsibilities required. Evening and weekend events are based on a programmatic calendar.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• At least 2 years of previous experience preferred (including teaching, camp staff, youth group advisor, Jewish educational programs)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Exceptional ability to communicate, connect with, and build relationships with youth, teens, and colleagues.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with parents, volunteers, and staff
• Self-starter, who can work independently and has a drive to do their best
• Proven experience running programs independently from start to finish
• Proficiency in social media, database/CRM, and Microsoft suite

Submit a cover letter and resume to Director, Youth Education & Programming, Abby Newman Wallach: [email protected]. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Temple Israel, Sharon, MA is an equal-opportunity employer.

Salary: $27,000-45,000 commensurate with time and experience.