Cantor/Cantorial Soloist

Thriving Temple in York, PA Seeks Cantor/Cantorial Soloist

Temple Beth Israel, a Reform synagogue, located in York, PA is seeking a part time Cantor beginning July 2025. The candidate must be a member of the clergy who can lead the congregation in song and prayer, teach music to both children and adults, and work with our Rabbi to co-officiate major life cycle events and the High Holy Days.  

Duties and responsibilities of the Cantor:

The Cantor will collaborate closely on all aspects of Temple life:

• Lead uplifting musical and spiritual worship
• Co-officiate life cycle events
• Teach and prepare our B’nai Mitzvah students
• Direct Adult Choir
• Share your enthusiasm for and knowledge of Jewish music

Qualities most important to this congregation:

• Comfort and confidence co-leading heart-warming and engaging musical worship. 
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, especially with youth 
• A driven and passionate individual with strong leadership skills 
• Organization to manage responsibilities for various events throughout the year
• Communications is essential 

The most important priorities of our Cantor:

• Inspiration – To lead worship and classes that motivate our members to find deeper connections to their Judaism, Torah, and Israel
• Connection – With members so they feel supported and understood 

Skills Needed:

• Vocal performance
• Knowledge of Liturgy and sacred music
• Familiarity with modern Jewish music
• Hebrew fluency
• Other musical instruments, especially guitar

Congregational policy regarding the length of tenure of the Cantor:

This position will be a one-year contract. Each year our Executive Committee will determine if a renewal of this contract will be offered in one-year increments. 

Background: 

Temple Beth Israel is a Reform Jewish Synagogue with a long history of serving the local community that dates back 1877. Our clergy and lay-leadership work in tandem to provide the best spiritual and communal experience for our community.  Our congregation consists of many different family dynamics; some born and raised here, others from outside the area; with many diverse backgrounds, including interfaith families. We serve our congregation by offering Friday night Shabbat Services, K-10 Religious School classes, many social events, in-house band and choir as well as helping our community outside the Temple. Our strength is our inclusive community with 245 families and growing. 

Compensation: 

$40,000-$50,000; salary commensurate with experience