Project Admin, Yeshiva Curricular Support
New York
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Opportunity for Impact
For over a century, The Jewish Education Project, (formerly BJE) has played a vital role in shaping and advancing Jewish education in New York and across the country. Its role evolved as the times have, but the overarching mission remains the same.
Over the past seven years, and taking effect this past January 2024, New York State has developed a mandate that all nonpublic schools, including Jewish day schools and yeshivot, demonstrate that students are taught a general studies curriculum that is substantially equivalent to the general studies taught in the public schools. Demonstration of substantial equivalency will allow schools to continue to access government funds and services vital to their operations. The Jewish Education Project’s Day School and Yeshiva Team has worked tirelessly, and in close partnership with NYSED and other Jewish organizations, to advocate for the freedoms and independence of religious schools, while simultaneously assisting schools to improve their academic performance.
Moving into the next phase of supporting NYC Jewish schools and continuing its traditional role of advancement of best practices in Jewish education, The Jewish Education Project is facilitating a groundbreaking effort. A significant pilot investment will allow The Jewish Education Project to develop curricular resources that are culturally sensitive and meets NYS standards. These resources will then be available to schools free of charge.
Position Overview
The Jewish Education Project seeks a part-time (85%) Project Administrator, Yeshiva Curricular Support, as an integral member of the Day School and Yeshiva Team. We seek a highly motivated and talented individual to support the curation and design of curricular materials, as well as to maintain and track the relationships with NYC-area Jewish schools related to the implementation of these resources and accompanying professional development.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Day School and Yeshiva Team, the Project Administrator will work closely with staff across The Jewish Education Project, and third-party partner organizations. The right candidate will benefit from familiarity with NYC area yeshiva schools. This position demands strong interpersonal and communication skills, a passion for Jewish education, and a deep respect for the Yeshiva community and lifestyle. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to impact countless schools and students in NYC and beyond.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate administrative responsibilities of curriculum development efforts and school relations:
Serve as point-person and customer service support for curricular initiatives.
Assist in the back-end management of the Yeshiva General Studies Portal and support users and content providers.
Coordinate the compilation of existing, culturally sensitive, general studies curricula.
Maintain data for the organization and distribution of reports to multiple partners and stakeholders.
Create and maintain ongoing communication and relationships with schools.
Assist in creating opportunities for schools to engage in professional development and curricular improvement that are aligned with schools’ needs.