Musical Clergy or Music Director (FT)

Full Time Musical Clergy or Music DirectorTemple Aliyah, a vibrant egalitarian Conservative synagogue in Needham, Massachusetts, is seeking an energetic full-time musical clergy (Rabbi or Cantor) or music director to serve as part of our leadership team, complementing our new spiritual leader Rabbi Allison Poirier. We are looking for a dynamic, creative and collaborative individual, who can enhance the spiritual life of the Congregation through traditional and modern music and song. Come join us!General Responsibilities:Collaborate with the Rabbi and professional staff in the daily life of the shulLead engaging and participatory worship services on Shabbat and holidaysIntegrate music in the religious school and other programmingChant Torah, Haftarah, and Megillot, as neededParticipate in life cycle events of congregantsPerform pastoral and life cycle duties and visits to the sick (preferred)Specific duties include:Tutor B’nai Mitzvah students to lead the service, including reciting/singing prayers and chanting Torah and HaftarahWith the Rabbi, ensure students are fully prepared for their B’nai MitzvahGuide families through B’nai Mitzvah processAssess guest Torah readersMusical Direction:Create and oversee congregational music programsCollaborate with the Rabbi to develop a musical vision for congregationDevelop musical programming for youth and adults, including concerts, musical education, and choirPlay guitar or other musical instrument (preferred)Education:Teach a variety of ages and interest groupsOffer one or two courses a year in our rich adult education programEngage actively in the religious schoolBring music into the preschool and other young family programmingSynagogue Leadership, Administration and Community Responsibilities:Work collaboratively with the Rabbi, synagogue staff and congregational leadershipCreate and participate in community events and concerts (Jewish and interfaith)Engage with the local community beyond Temple AliyahQualifications:Fluency in nusach and Conservative weekday, Shabbat, and holiday liturgyComfort with Torah, Haftarah, and Megillot tropeAbility to sing and lead congregants in prayer with spirit and energyAbility to teach children and adultsComputer competency, including Microsoft Office, recording audio files, music notation software, and social media (preferred)Filled with ruach!Application Process:To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and sample recordings or videos that reflect your musical skills to

clergysearch@templealiyah.com . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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