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Temple Beth Shalom of Melrose is looking for teachers for their K – 6th grade Sunday School Program and an Early Childhood Coordinator. If you’re are passionate about teaching students and celebrating Judaism, then we’re interested in you in speaking with you.
Job Posting: Sunday School Teachers for 5787 (2026-27)
Temple Beth Shalom of Melrose (tbsma.org) is a small but mighty congregation 5 miles north of Boston. We’re a friendly place where there’s always someone to talk to and people volunteer with a smile. Shalom School is our PreK-6 religious education program. Our goal is to build community, share our values, and provide children with knowledge and skills to lead an active Jewish life. Kids look forward to annual traditions such as our Chanukah party, Purim Carnival, Model Seder, and a “shul-in” retreat for 3rd-6th graders. Many of our graduates come back as teen madrichim..
Shalom School is growing and we are looking for several new teachers for our Sunday morning program. Next year, we will have a split-session schedule (different start/end times for different grades) which lets you work either 4 hours (teach 2 classes) or 2 hours (teach 1 class) depending on your needs. In addition, there are opportunities for Hebrew tutoring (in person and on Zoom) and other informal education/youth work.
Teachers should have some Judaic knowledge, be willing to plan and supervise a class, and desire to make class fun and educational as appropriate for a modern Jewish congregation. Teachers are expected to follow school policies and help the Temple be a safe place for all children. Prior experience working with children is preferred. College students and current/prospective TBS members are encouraged to apply. Offers of employment are contingent upon a pre-employment screening process including satisfactory references and criminal record check.
Temple Beth Shalom is affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism. Rabbi Jessica Lowenthal, ordained by Hebrew College and a graduate of Brandeis’ Hornstein Program, has been rabbi since 2019. Founded as the Melrose Jewish Community Center, TBS embraces people of all ages from a variety of backgrounds who want to participate in Jewish life, including intermarried and single-parent families, LGBTQ+ families, and families of color.
Pay starts at $40/hour and may be higher depending on experience (including for students in and graduates of a rabbinical, cantorial, or graduate Jewish education program). To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Cantor Marc Stober, Shalom School Director ([email protected]).
Early Childhood Coordinator
Job Description:
The early childhood coordinator is responsible for overseeing and providing a warm, welcoming, and meaningful experience for our families with children age 0-5. The coordinator will work directly with Rabbi Lowentha and member familiesl to create programming that reflects the community’s values and objectives.
The role is integral to the synagogue and its growth. Candidates should be excited about working with families to create a Kehila Kedosha (holy community) rooted in Jewish ritual and values. This role requires attention to detail, flexibility, creativity, and a kind spirit.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate 2 monthly programs plus holiday specific programming
Plan and execute two larger community events in the fall/winter and spring
Lead family shabbat or havdalah when needed
Coordinate with families to support volunteerism
Help administer the whatsapp group
Email communication at least twice a month
Meet monthly with Rabbi and Executive Director
Salary:
$10,000 for programming between September and June
About the FWYC (families with young children) community
Until now, our community has been volunteer run, beginning as a monthly havdalah potluck in the family’s backyard. Over the last few years we have added programming and have grown. While we still love being hands on, it is clear we need a position to help coordinate and communicate. This year we were awarded a grant from CJP to support an expansion of our program. Our hope is to continue this position with or without the grant in the following years.
TBS is a warm and vibrant Reform synagogue in the heart of Melrose. Our members come from an array of backgrounds, and our programming reflects our diverse interests. We are a small community and value intergenerational programming. TBS is a place where all our members feel at home, from our youngest to our oldest.
Please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected]
Qualifications for both positons:
Must be 18 years of age; Must have transportation to and from work; Must be authorized to work in the US:Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Work with children in a class room is preferred: Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment screening process including satisfactory references and Criminal Record Check