Religious School Director- Marblehead, MA

Religious School Director

About Temple Emanu-El:
Temple Emanu-El of Marblehead seeks a full time Religious School Director, beginning July 1, 2025. Located on the North Shore of Massachusetts, we are a vibrant and inclusive Reform Congregation that offers progressive ways to explore a wide variety of Jewish traditions. Our Temple's mission is to welcome all who desire a religious connection, empowering members of all ages to learn, worship and celebrate together. We strive to support and comfort those in need and to affirm our bond with Jews here and around the world, inspiring all congregants to work towards social justice and holiness.

Administration:
● Oversee the administration and management of the entire religious school (pre-K-12, currently 125 students), including the registration process, progress reports, email lists and the educational and youth components of the Temple’s website.
● Prepare and manage annual school and youth programming budget in coordination with the Executive Director and Finance Team.
● Hire, train and supervise/evaluate school faculty, staff, youth group advisor and Madrichim.
● Maintain and develop curriculum to meet the needs of the Temple community.
● Coordinate and manage all communication amongst professional staff, administrative staff, teaching faculty and parents.
● Coordinate the B’ Mitzvah Program in conjunction with the Rabbi and Executive Director, including hiring and supervision of additional B’nai Mitzvah tutors, scheduling dates, and attending such life-cycle event services.
● Be the ambassador to the school, meeting with prospective parents and students.

Supervision and Coordination:
● Create, conduct and support orientation programs, training seminars, programming meetings and professional growth opportunities for all members of the faculty.
● Provide leadership and supervision for the faculty, Madrachim, Youth Advisor and B’ Mitzvah tutors.
● Coordinate all education related activities with the Rabbi and Executive Director.
● Maintain communication with the parents about the goals, activities and issues of their children and the school.
● This position will report to the Senior Rabbi and to the Executive Director

Other responsibilities:
● Assist in monthly Family Services.
● Create High Holyday programming for children.
● Work with Rabbi to incorporate childrens’ learning during various holidays.
● Coordinate, in conjuction with Rabbi, student-led services, Consecration, Confirmation, and Graduation.
● Participate in professional organizations and communal initiatives (Educator’s Forum, ARJE, CAJE, etc)
● Support fundraising efforts, as our school is tuition-free
● Be a partner for our Parent/Teacher Organization

Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Jewish Studies or a related field.
● Master’s degree in Jewish education preferred.
● Knowledge, comfort and experience in Reform Jewish Education including Hebrew expertise, familiarity with Jewish history, holidays and texts.
● Minimum of three years teaching experience in a Jewish setting.
● Previous religious school administrative experience preferred.
● Administrative and financial management skills sufficient to the successful operation of a Religious School.
● Effective written and oral communication skills with ability to foresee/analyze educational/administrative challenges and to develop solutions.
● Ability to chant Torah and Haftarah tropes, and to lead core Tefillot preferred