Job Abstract

Position Summary:

The Director of Chinuch Track, Semikha Program will work with the Director of Semikha and Director of Professional Rabbinics to consider the unique needs of students interested in school-based careers. The Director will meet individually or in small groups with students considering or preparing for roles in Chinuch to provide guidance.

Position Responsibilities:

• Meet individually or in small groups with students considering or preparing for roles in chinuch to provide guidance
• Work with the Director of Semicha and the Director of Professional Rabbinics to consider the unique needs of students interested in school-based careers
• Teach or co-teach one course per semester at RIETS focused on applied pedagogy and curriculum development in Judaic studies (in conjunction with Azrieli)
• Coordinate campus visits and programs with teachers and school leaders from the field
• Design and oversee implementation of chinuch fellowships for RIETS students considering working in schools
• Oversee and liaise with year-long partner “kollel”/beis midrash program for senior RIETS students at North Shore, Frisch, and other potential sites
• Support graduating students through their process of applying for jobs
• Develop, maintain, and leverage relationships with relevant institutions and professionals in the field of Jewish education to inform student preparation and guidance
• Recruit students to consider careers in chinuch and continue their learning at RIETS

Experience & Educational Background:

• Semikha from RIETS or another accredited rabbinical program
• 5+ years working one-on-one with university or high school students
• 5+ years building curricula
• 5+ years recruiting for rabbinic roles

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to build relationships with college and rabbinical students
• Strong writing background
• Good at networking

Salary Range

$65,000 - $65,000

About Us:

Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more.

We are a leading global educational institution that employs 2,000 people across our various campus locations -- Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan, and the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission through all that we teach, by all that we do, and for all those we serve. We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross-section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together.

The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation in the University’s retirement plan. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks of paid vacation each year and have access to a shuttle to nearby subway locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.