Job Post: Rabbinic Intern and Education Director

Congregation Kehilat Shalom (CKS) is a 100-family Reconstructionist synagogue in Belle Mead, NJ. CKS is seeking a part-time Principal who is ready to lead our grade K-7 Religious School in a warm, progressive, Jewish community. The ideal candidate will have familiarity with Reconstructionist Judaism; experience in the classroom and in managing teachers; strong, proactive organizational, administrative, and communication skills; and experience with technology and digital learning. Our Religious School operates three hours per week, from 9 am - 12 noon on Sundays.

As a rabbinic intern, there is potential for extra hours/adjusted hours to incorporate ritual service leading and communal/adult education teaching opportunities.

The expected hourly commitment for this position is, on average, 10 hours/week.

Compensation for this role is $15,000-$18,000 annual salary commensurate with experience, plus 12-20 hours of supervision and on-the-job training with educational consultant and Reconstructionist Rabbi Erin Hirsh of JEWEL Consulting.

Note: this position is the same as our Religious School Principal post, but customized for a rabbinic intern. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of Reconstructionist Judaism and a commitment to Jewish life and Jewish education
• Strong administrative skills, including attention to details, organization, and written communication
• Effective communication, interpersonal and decision-making skills
• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Experience in elementary education and technology

Questions? Email teach@ksnj.org.