Director of Education

ABOUT TEMPLE BETH SHOLOM Temple Beth Sholom (TBS) is a growing, creative, and rooted Jewish community charting a new path in congregational life. Embracing creativity, inclusion, human-centered design, and climate resilience, TBS is becoming known for forward-thinking approaches to Jewish community and education. We are seeking a leader to direct our programs for children and their families – from infancy through adolescence – with vision, entrepreneurial spirit, organizational acumen, and interpersonal skill. POSITION OVERVIE The Director of Education provides vision and leadership for all of TBS’s children’s and family programs, from preschool through teen engagement. Reporting to the Executive Director and collaborating closely with clergy and the Education Committee, this senior role balances strategic direction with hands-on program delivery, staff mentorship, and family engagemet The Director oversees a vibrant educational ecosystem, beginning with our play-based Jewish preschool and extending through a five-day after-school program rich in Hebrew and Jewish Studies (TK–5th). The portfolio includes seasonal day camps, the B’ Mitzvah Journey, and a burgeoning teen program. Beyond the classroom, the Director facilitates youth and family holiday services and Shabbat experiences. Looking ahead, this leader will have the creative freedom to design and launch new programming tailored to infants, toddlers, and their famiies. KEY RESPONSIBIIIS • Lead and oversee all children’s and family programs, ages 0–18, ensuring high quality, mission-alignment, and joyful learning exeriences • Oversee the preschool program, including licensing compliance, curriculum, enrollment, and family commnications • Oversee the after-school program, B’ Mitzvah and teen programs, camps, and support youth religios services • Partner with the Executive Director, Rabbi, Cantor, and Education Committee to shape TBS’s educational vision, curricular goals, nd policies • Manage program budgets, scheduling, safety protocols, and administratie operations • Cultivate strong relationships with families and integrate school programs into the broader congregatinal community • Support a welcoming, inclusive environment for diverse and neurodivrgent learners • Provide educational expertise to staff, famlies, and Board • Participate in key community events, including some evenns and weekends QUALIFIATIONS Required: • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Child Development, Jewish Studis, or a related field • Minimum 4 years of professional experience in an educational setting across multiple age groups, with gowth in responsibility • Experience managing progras and supervising staff • Strong organizational, communication, and reltionship-building skills • Commitment to inclusion, equity, n TBS’s community vlues Highly Desirable: • Jewish educational experience (religious school, preschool, camp, day chool, or youth programming) • Early childhood education certification (e.g., Child Devlopment Permit or equivalent) • Experience with neurodivergent learnesand inclusive program desg COMPENSATION & BENEFITS ● Base Salary: $85,000 – $100,000 per yar (commensurate with experience). ● Performance Bonus: Up to 10% annual bonus based on nrollment and retention milestones. ● Additional Perks: Earn up to 5 additinal "Performance PTO" days annually. ● Healh insurance (medical, dental, vision) ● PTO, Federal holidays, and some Jewish holidays suject to youth holiday programing neds ● Professional development budget ● Complimentary TBS family membrship, and discounted program enrollment This is a full-time, in-personposition based tour San Leandro campus. HOW TO APPLY Submit a résumé, cover letter describing your educational philosophy and relevant experience, and contact infomtion for three professionalrfrences to: careers@tbssanleandro.org Temple Beth Sholom is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a staff that