Director of K12 Education and Engagement

Director of K12 Education and Engagement

The Director of K12 Education + Engagement is responsible for the design and implementation of all K12 pathways including directing the K12 Sunday School and Teen School. Reports to the Executive Director and receives direction on program development in the areas of Jewish learning, ritual, tradition, and Jewish innovation, from the Senior Rabbi. Collaborates with the Preschool Director and Clergy. Supervises Innovation Center Coordinator, Office Manager and JASA-After School Director (to begin February 2026).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Operational Planning

• Run day-to-day operations of the Sunday School (TK-6), Tuesday School (currently 4-6), Teen School (7-12) and 1-1 Hebrew Tutoring program.
• Develop K12 budget with Executive Director and Budgeting Committee.
• Manage the K12 registration process and start of year class assignments/scheduling in partnership with Operations Team.
• Coordinate with team for all marketing and logistical planning.
• Oversee timecards for K12 staff.
• Complete process of applying for JASA grant. (Fall 2025)

Curriculum and Program Planning

• Design and implement K-12 grade curriculum (including TK on Sundays).
• Create K12 Annual Calendar.
• Work with team to strategize regular and holiday/special programming.
• Coordinate Hebrew tutoring sessions.
• Oversee B’nei Mitzvah Family Education pathway.
• Oversee School-Groups/Havdalah Gatherings and Torah-To-Go programs.
• Reimagine Tuesday night Teen School and lead process for re-evaluation and re-launch.
• Design K12 department and its communications.

Leadership/Presence

• Represent K12 at Temple wide events.
• Co-lead K12 Advisory Council and The Neighborhood Taskforce.
• Lead school tours for prospective families.
• Chaperone K12 school trips and retreats, as needed.

Supervision

• Supervise FT Innovation Center Coordinator.
• Hire and supervise FT Jewish After School Director (start date Feb 2026).
• Hire, train and supervise teachers and Hebrew tutors.
• Create meaningful professional development opportunities for teachers.
• Oversee Isaiah Temple Youth (ITY).

Skills and Qualifications to be Successful in this Position:

• Creativity, a desire to collaborate, and enthusiasm for working with all age groups.
• Ability to envision a program and lead a team.
• Supervisory experience.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity / comfort with technology.
• Professionalism, maturity, thoughtfulness, proactive approach.
• Master’s degree in Jewish education or relevant/related field preferred.
• Experience working in a synagogue environment.
• Experience in school administration.

Compensation, Benefits and Hours:

Full Time, Exempt employee. The position requires 40-50 hours per week with one day off. Includes Shabbat, holiday, weekend and evening programming hours. Some travel.

Employee benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans, professional development allowance, vacation time and sick time, parental leave, complimentary Temple membership and school tuition, paid Federal and Jewish Holidays.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to team@templeisaiah.com.

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