After-School Program Coordinator

Job Title: After-School Program Coordinator Department: Emanu-El Downtown Summary Congregation Emanu-El, the first Reform Jewish synagogue in New York City, is hiring a part-time Afterschool Coordinator for Emanu-El Downtown. In Fall 2022, the Temple launched Emanu-El Downtown, a satellite location for Young Families in Chelsea. Emanu-El Downtown is a vibrant, welcoming community geared towards babies, kids, and their grown-ups. Exploration, playing, and learning are at the center of everything we do and are infused into all aspects of Emanu-El Downtown. The Program Coordinator will work collaboratively to foster a welcoming environment for families who attend our after-school programs, including our Religious School Lab. The ideal candidate is a process-oriented strategic thinker with a flexible attitude. This position incorporates administrative responsibilities while providing a safe and welcoming space for all families. Core Responsibilities: Serve as onsite coordinator for after-school transportation, including assisting with school pick-up from local schools Develop new programs in collaboration with Emanu-El Downtown director Direct logistics of the Religious School Lab after-school transportation at Emanu-El Downtown Assist with coordinating activities, including but not limited to Shabbat dinners, holiday and family events, and field trips Assist with event registration and billing for all areas of responsibility. Assist in keeping all records up to date in Salesforce and update student information Collaborate with Emanu-El Downtown staff in ushering community members to program spaces Welcome new families into the community, and be an advocate for upcoming programs and classes Develop and maintain positive relationships with families and respond to their concerns Manage the stroller valet Ideal Candidate: 1+ years of experience in an administrative/ logistics role. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills Effectively sets priorities and manages multiple tasks Curio Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Zoom and Outlook, and has experience working with data management software, specifically Salesforce Have an entrepreneurial mindset, disciplined, responsible and self-motivated Is a team player, working collaboratively with clergy, Emanu-El Downtown staff, school faculty, and parents Familiarity with or interest in learning about the Jewish community and culture Schedule – In Person: Tuesdays and Wednesdays (12-5:30 pm) some Friday afternoons/evenings (3:00-8 pm), during the school year Additional weekends and holiday work may be required This position will run from September 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026, with a potential option to continue To Apply For more information about the position, or to apply, please send a cover letter and resume by email with the subject line “Afterschool Coordinator” – Emanu-El Downtown” to downtown-jobs@emanuelnyc.org Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The Congregation does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.