Director of Education
Beth Sholom is the Conservative synagogue in Memphis, TN. We are a vibrant and growing egalitarian congregation of 280 families. Our upbeat and welcoming energy draws a diverse and committed community from across the mid-South.
Beth Sholom seeks a part time, with the option for full time, Director of Education to join our team in Summer 2025. The ideal candidate will have a master’s degree (or a bachelor’s with equivalent experience) in Jewish Education or have a combination of education and experience equivalent to a master’s degree in Jewish Education., who is self-motivated, engaging, innovative, organized, and has strong communication skills. We seek someone who is a leader and willing to take a “hands-on” approach to ensure that programs are successful. The ability to connect with individuals and families is key, as is the ability to create and promote events and programs, within the synagogue as well as within the larger Jewish community. The Director of Education will be a Jewish role model for our students and teens and engaged with what it means to practice as a Conservative Jew.
Responsibilities:
Works in conjunction with the VP of Education, Executive Director, and the Rabbi to direct four main program areas:
Formal Education/Religious School
- Oversee religious school and Teen Talmud Torah (our Middle and HS learning program)
- Devise and implement curriculum
- Hire, train, and supervise teachers
- Teach as needed
- Manage budget
Informal Education/Programming
- Oversee and advise youth group and/or youth group advisors
- In conjunction with lay leaders, plan and oversee family educational programming, especially as it relates to holidays and Shabbatot
Shabbat
- Coordinate and oversee Junior congregation, Tot Shabbat, and other Shabbat programming
B’nai Mitzvah
- Oversee process from the initial meeting with parents of 4th and 5th graders, to setting dates, and managing lay tutors through the entire Bar/Bat Mitzvah process
- Be the main point of contact for parents
While this role primarily deals with youth education, should full-time work be of interest to a candidate, the Director of Education may have the opportunity for professional growth in an area of interest outside of the realm of youth education that would benefit the synagogue. This may include, but not limited to, adult education, synagogue marketing, member engagement outreach, etc. We are open to a conversation about what other skills a candidate would bring to our community.
Please submit a cover letter and resume.
Duration: part time with the option for full time
- Salary Range: $55,000-$80,000 – commensurate with experience and hours worked
- Preferred Experience: 3-5 years
- Benefits: Paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, health plan or insurance premium assistance, participation in the Rabbinic Assembly Joint Retirement Board 403(b)(9) retirement plan, professional development funds, relocation assistance
- Perks: flexible schedule and ability to leave early for Shabbat, low cost of living, vibrant local Jewish community
Beth Sholom is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified
persons of every race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, sexual
orientation, and disability.