What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Education position at Temple Beth Sholom?
ABOUT TEMPLE BETH SHOLOM
Temple Beth Sholom (TBS) is a growing, creative, and rooted Jewish community charting a new path in congregational life. Embracing creativity, inclusion, human-centered design, and climate resilience, TBS is becoming known for forward-thinking approaches to Jewish community and education. We are seeking a leader to direct our programs for children and their families – from infancy through adolescence – with vision, entrepreneurial spirit, organizational acumen, and interpersonal skill
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POSITION OVERV
E
The Director of Education provides vision and leadership for all of TBS’s children’s and family programs, from preschool through teen engagement. Reporting to the Executive Director and collaborating closely with clergy and the Education Committee, this senior role balances strategic direction with hands-on program delivery, staff mentorship, and family engag
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The Director oversees a vibrant educational ecosystem, beginning with our play-based Jewish preschool and extending through a five-day after-school program rich in Hebrew and Jewish Studies (TK–5th). The portfolio includes seasonal day camps, the B’ Mitzvah Journey, and a burgeoning teen program. Beyond the classroom, the Director facilitates youth and family holiday services and Shabbat experiences. Looking ahead, this leader will have the creative freedom to design and launch new programming tailored to infants, toddlers, and their
f
amiies.KEY RESP
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N
SIBIIIS
• Lead and oversee all children’s and family programs, ages 0–18, ensuring high quality, mission-alignment, and joy
arning exeriences
• Oversee the preschool program, including licensing compliance, curriculum, enrollment, and f
a
mily commnications• Oversee the after-school program, B’ Mitzvah and teen programs, camps, and support yo
uth religios services
• Partner with the Executive Director, Rabbi, Cantor, and Education Committee to shape TBS’s educational vision, curric
u
lar goals, nd policies• Manage program budgets, scheduling, safety protocols, and
administratie operations
• Cultivate strong relationships with families and integrate school programs into the broa
d
er congregatinal community• Support a welcoming, inclusive environment for diver
se and neurodivrgent learners
• Provide educational experti
s
e to staff, famlies, and Board• Participate in key community events, in
c
luding some eve
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ns and we e
QUALIFIATIONS
Required:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education,
lopment, Jewish Studis, or a related field
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in an educational setting across multi
p
le age groups, with gowth in responsibility• Exp
erience managing progras and supervising staff
• Strong organizational
,
communication, and reltionship-building skills• Commitme
n
t to inclusion, eq
uity, n TBS’s community vlues
Highly Desirable:
• Jewish educational experience (religious s
cho
ol, preschool, camp, day chool, or youth programming)• Early childhood education c
ertification (e.g., Child Devlopment Permit or equivalent)
• Experie
n
ce with neurodivergent le
a
rnesand inclusive program desg
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
● Bas
e Sa
lary: $85,000 – $100,000 per yar (commensurate with experience).● Performance Bonu
s: Up to 10% annual bonus based on nrollment and retention milestones.
● A
d
ditional Perks: Earn up to 5 additinal "Performance PTO" days annually.
● Healh insurance (medical, dental, vision)
● PTO, Federal
holidays, and some Jewish holiday
s suject to youth holiday programing neds
● Professional development
bu
dget● Complimentary TBS family membrship, and discounted program enr
ollment
This
is a full-time, in-personposition based tour San Leandro campus.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit a résumé, cover letter describing your educational philosop
h
y
and relevant experience,a
n
d contact infomtion for three professionalrfrences to:
careers@tbssanleandro.org
Temple Beth Sholom is an equal opportunity
Salary : $85,000 - $100,000