Careers at Emanu-El
Join a legacy of leadership in Jewish life at one of the nation’s most historic and innovative Reform congregations.
Come Work with Us
When you begin your career at Temple Emanu-El, you become part of the rich history–and the future–of our congregation, which has served and led the New York Reform Jewish community for more than 175 years. While rooted in our legacy, Temple Emanu-El is also fueled by a sense of purpose, justice, and innovation to invigorate Jewish life today.
Temple Emanu-El is a 501(c)3 religious organization, which employs approximately 250 full- and part-time staff across variety of departments and functions, including Clergy, Administration, Membership, Marketing & Communications, Development, Finance, Music, Lifelong Learning, Religious School, and the Nursery School, as well as Bernard Museum of Judaica, Stettenheim Library, and the Streicker Center. Temple Emanu-El provides generous benefits and paid-time off–including Jewish holidays–to our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Open Roles
Religious School Teacher
Job Title: Religious School Teacher
Department: Lifelong Learning
FLSA Status: $50 – $80/hour Faculty – In-Person
Schedule: 2 – 10 hours per week
Reports to: Lifelong Learning, Principal
About Us
Congregation Emanu-El, the first Reform Jewish synagogue in New York City, is hiring part-time religious school faculty members for our 2026-27 school year. Our innovative and unique religious school is committed to Jewish learning that is relevant, inspirational, and transformative. Visit emanuelnyc.org/school to learn more about our school and our congregation, our educational vision, and the programs we offer.
Openings:
- In-person classroom faculty (Grades PreK-8, Hebrew and Judaic Studies curricula)
Core Responsibilities:
- Preparing creative, interactive lessons as part of a well-structured curriculum
- Collaborating with school administration and other faculty members to create innovative and meaningful Jewish learning experiences, both in and out of the classroom
- Regularly communicating with families outside of school hours
- Assisting in the planning and preparation of special programs, including family education and holiday celebrations
- Attending paid professional development sessions for faculty outside of school hours
- Providing a sense of caring and concern that enables our students to support one another and challenge themselves to grow as individuals
When and Where:
- Sunday (9:00 am – 12:00 pm) in person at our main Upper East Side campus
- Monday (4:00 pm – 6:00 pm) in person at our main Upper East Side campus
- Wednesday (3:00 pm – 5:00 pm) in person at our downtown campus
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The Ideal Candidate:
We encourage those with varied backgrounds and experiences to apply. Do not hesitate to apply even if you do not meet all the listed qualifications!
- Person(s) with experience in classroom or informal education, such as Jewish camp or afterschool programs in grades Pre-K through 8
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to teach Hebrew, Bible, Jewish history, and holidays incorporating arts, drama, movement, or media
- Comfortable teaching in a Reform Jewish congregation to a diverse student body
- Candidates must reside within the New York City tri-state area
Compensation, benefits, and why it’s great to work here:
- Pay begins at $50/hour (In person only)
- Up to two paid sick days per school year
- Generous (paid) professional development opportunities
Assistant Nursery School Teacher
Job Title: Assistant Teacher
Department: Nursery School
FLSA Status: Full Time – Salary Exempt
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-2:15 PM may vary slightly
Reports to: Nursery School Director Salary: $40,000-$44,000
About Us
Congregation Emanu-El offers a warm and majestic environment to congregants while also acting as a bold leader in the greater New York Jewish community. The synagogue features a top-rated nursery school, an award-winning religious school, the Stettenheim Library, the Herbert & Eileen Bernard Judaica Museum, and the Temple Emanu-El Streicker Center with Judaic, cultural, and socio-political adult educational programming.
Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York is the oldest Reform synagogue in New York City, grounded in a rich history of Jewish communal leadership in the city and beyond. Our congregation is dynamic and forward-looking, and as our current membership of 2,470 families grows, we remain committed to ensuring that new and current members alike, of varied ages, backgrounds, and interests, continue to have the highest quality experience in all aspects of synagogue life.
Assistant Teacher Position:
Seeking candidates who love to work with young children. Candidates must be empathetic, kind, and energetic, and willing to work with all colleagues across the school and the director as a team. Candidates should also demonstrate organization, patience, even temperament, flexibility, initiative, spontaneity, and enthusiasm.
As part of the responsibilities of this role, you may be required to work additional hours to support the students, faculty and/or administration. As an Assistant Teacher, your contributions are vital to the success of the Temple Emanu-El Nursery School, and we appreciate your flexibility to be available during these times when necessary.
Candidates will participate in all aspects of the classroom, and in the life of the school.
Core Responsibilities:
- Teaching within the classroom on a daily basis to support the cognitive, social, and emotional growth of the students
- Collaborating with fellow teachers and the school’s administration
- Understanding and supporting the school’s play-based educational philosophy
- Developing warm and caring relations with students, colleagues, and parents
- Helping maintain the classroom and create a positive environment for learning
- Ensuring the physical safety of the students
- Contributing ideas to the curriculum
- Participating in parent conferences, under the guidance of the head teacher
- Attending Parents’ Night and other school-wide events, staying after school hours occasionally
- Helping document student interactions and behaviors for conferences and reports
- Participating in professional development workshops
- Keeping your medical forms and professional development certifications up to date
Physical Job Qualifications:
- Bending
- Standing
- Stretching
- Lifting (minimum 40 lbs)
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree
Candidate Requirements:
- DOH Background Check, including fingerprinting
- CBC + SCR Clearance
- Be flexible, punctual, organized, and able to embrace change
- Strong interpersonal skills
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint), Zoom
DOH Medical With All Immunization Requirements:
All applicants are to be fully vaccinated according to the DOH Medical Guidelines
Major Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement* after completing one full year of employment
- Generous vacation time in accordance with the school’s calendar.
- Ample sick and personal days
To Apply:
To apply, please send a cover letter and resumé to Gabrielle Savoldelli at gsavoldelli@emanuelnyc.org.
Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The Congregation does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
B'nei Mitzvah Tutor
Job Title: B’nei Mitzvah Tutor
Department: Clergy
FLSA Status: $60 Per Half Hour (30 Minute Sessions)
Schedule: Weekday evenings (5:00 – 7:00 PM) or Sundays (12:00 – 2:00 PM); hours may vary slightly
Reports to: Senior Cantor
About Us
Temple Emanu-El, a vibrant Reform synagogue located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, is seeking enthusiastic and experienced B’nei Mitzvah Tutors to join our dedicated educational team. Tutors will work closely with students to prepare them for their B’nei Mitzvah ceremonies by teaching liturgical prayers, Torah portion, and Haftarah portion, ensuring they are confident and prepared to lead from the bimah on the Shabbat morning of their B’nei Mitzvah.
Core Responsibilities:
- Provide individualized instruction in Torah and Haftarah chanting using the Lithuanian Binder trope
- Teach Hebrew reading and prayer skills in alignment with Temple Emanu-El’s curriculum
- Support students in building confidence, fluency, and a sense of ownership over their B’nei Mitzvah preparation
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that celebrates each student’s unique journey
Qualifications:
- Proficient in Lithuanian Binder trope and Hebrew reading
- Experience teaching in Jewish educational settings
- Passionate about Jewish learning and ritual practice
- Reliable, self-motivated, and an effective communicator
- Warm, engaging, and able to build rapport with students and families
- Available a minimum of two days per week: Sundays (12:00–2:00 PM) or weekdays (4:00–7:00 PM) from September 8 through May 28
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship
To Apply
To apply, please send a cover letter and resumé to the B’nei Mitzvah Coordinator at bneimitzvah@emanuelnyc.org.
Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The Congregation does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Religious School Classroom Aide
Job Title: Religious School Classroom Aide
Department: Lifelong Learning
FLSA Status: $45 – $60/hour Faculty – In-Person
Schedule: 2 – 5 hours per week
Reports to: Assistant Director of Lifelong Learning
About Us
Congregation Emanu-El, the first Reform Jewish synagogue in New York City, is hiring part-time religious school aide for our Downtown Religious School Lab. Our innovative and unique religious school is committed to Jewish learning that is relevant, inspirational, and transformative. Visit emanuelnyc.org/school to learn more about our school and our congregation, our educational vision, and the programs we offer.
Openings:
- In-person classroom aide (Grades K-2)
Core Responsibilities:
Support students with various learning needs inside and outside the classroom (i.e., transitions, group programs).
- Prompting refocusing and redirection
- Clarification of expectations
- Sensory supports
- Providing opportunities for structured breaks outside of the classroom
- Willingness to work collaboratively with educators
- Attending paid professional development sessions for faculty outside of school hours
- Providing a sense of caring and concern that enables our students to support one another and challenge themselves to grow as individuals
- Meet regularly with the Department of Lifelong Learning Inclusion Team to discuss student needs and continuing support
Ability to work one-on-one with students who have significant behavioral challenges and be comfortable handling physical behaviors.
When and Where:
- Wednesday (2:30 pm – 5:15 pm) in person at our Emanu-El Downtown Religious School Lab in Chelsea
- Additional opportunities may be available Sundays (9:00 – 12:00) and Mondays (3:30 – 6:00) in person at our Temple Emanu-El Religious School, Upper East Side
The Ideal Candidate:
We encourage those with varied backgrounds and experiences to apply. Do not hesitate to apply even if you do not meet all the listed qualifications. Priority is given to people with experience in special education and/or knowledge of special education practices.
- Person(s) with experience in classroom or informal education, such as Jewish camp or afterschool programs in grades Pre-K through 8
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Comfortable teaching in a Reform Jewish congregation to a diverse student body
- Candidates must reside within the New York City tri-state area
Please send resumes and cover letters to tobie.franklin@emanuelnyc.org.
Click here to apply.
Emanu-El Downtown Program Coordinator
Job Title: Program Coordinator
Department: Emanu-El Downtown
FLSA Status: Salary – Non-Exempt (Overtime Eligible)
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Friday | 9 am – 5 pm
Wednesday & Thursdays | 11 am – 7 pm
Additional weekends and holiday work as needed
Reports to: Director, Emanu-El Downtown
Salary: $60,000-$63,000
About Us
Congregation Emanu-El, the first Reform Jewish synagogue in New York City, is hiring a part-time Afterschool coordinator for Emanu-El Downtown.
In Fall 2022, the Temple launched Emanu-El Downtown, a satellite location for Young Families in Chelsea. Emanu-El Downtown is a vibrant, welcoming community geared towards babies, kids, and their grown-ups. Exploration, playing, and learning are at the center of everything we do and are infused into all aspects of Emanu-El Downtown.
The Program Coordinator will work collaboratively to foster a welcoming environment for families who attend our programs, including our Religious School Lab. The ideal candidate is a process-oriented strategic thinker with a flexible attitude. This position incorporates administrative responsibilities in addition to providing a safe and welcoming space for our families.
What You’ll Do
- Serve as on-site coordinator for after-school transportation, including assisting with school pick-up from local schools
- Develop new programs in collaboration with the Emanu-El Downtown director
- Support the logistics of all Emanu-El Downtown programs
- Assist with coordinating activities, including but not limited to Shabbat dinners, holiday and family events, and field trips
- Assist with event registration and billing. Assist in keeping all records up to date in Salesforce and update student information
- Collaborate with Emanu-El Downtown staff in ushering community members to program spaces
- Welcome new families into the community and be an advocate for upcoming programs and classes
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with families and respond to their concerns.
- Manage stroller valet
This is not intended as an exhaustive list of responsibilities; additional duties may be assigned based on business needs.
Ideal Candidate
- 3+ years of experience in an administrative/ logistics role.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- Effectively sets priorities and manages multiple tasks
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Zoom, and Outlook, and has experience working with data management software, specifically Salesforce
- Have an entrepreneurial mindset, disciplined, responsible, and self-motivated
- Is a team player, working collaboratively with clergy, Emanu-El Downtown staff, school faculty, and parents
- Familiarity with or interest in learning about Jewish community and culture
To Apply:
For more information about the position or to apply, please send a cover letter and resume by email with the subject line “Program Coordinator” to downtown-jobs@emanuelnyc.org.
To ensure proper handling, please do not reach out directly, as phone calls and direct emails will not be monitored or returned.
Emanu-El Downtown Program Assistant (Part-time)
Job Title: Program Assistant
Department: Emanu-El Downtown
FLSA Status: Hourly
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday | 9 am – 1 pm
Additional Friday evenings, weekends, and holiday work may
Reports to: Director, Emanu-El Downtown
Salary: $25.00/hour
Congregation Emanu-El, the first Reform Jewish synagogue in New York City, is hiring a part-time Afterschool coordinator for Emanu-El Downtown. In Fall 2022, the Temple launched Emanu-El Downtown, a satellite location for Young Families in Chelsea. Emanu-El Downtown is a vibrant, welcoming community geared towards babies, kids, and their grown-ups. Exploration, playing, and learning are at the center of everything we do and are infused into all aspects of Emanu-El Downtown.
The Program Assistant will work collaboratively to foster a welcoming environment for families who attend our programs, including our Religious School Lab. The ideal candidate is a process-oriented strategic thinker with a flexible attitude. This position incorporates administrative responsibilities in addition to providing a safe and welcoming space for our families.
Programmatic Schedule | September 9, 2026, through May 31, 2027
What You’ll Do
- Support the logistics of all Emanu-El Downtown programs
- Assist with coordinating activities, including but not limited to Shabbat dinners, holiday and family events, and field trips
- Assist with event registration
- Collaborate with Emanu-El Downtown staff in ushering community members to program spaces
- Welcome new families into the community and be an advocate for upcoming programs and classes
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with families and respond to their concerns.
- Manage stroller valet
This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and other tasks may be assigned based on business needs.
Ideal candidate
- 3+ years of experience in an administrative/ logistics role.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- Effectively sets priorities and manages multiple tasks
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Zoom, Outlook, and experience working with data management software, specifically Salesforce
- Have an entrepreneurial mindset, disciplined, responsible, and self-motivated
- Is a team player, working collaboratively with clergy, Emanu-El Downtown staff, school faculty, and parents
- Familiarity with or interest in learning about Jewish community and culture
To Apply:
For more information about the position or to apply, please send a cover letter and resume by email, with the subject line “Part-Time Program Coordinator,” to downtown-jobs@emanuelnyc.org.
To ensure proper handling, please do not reach out directly, as phone calls and direct emails will not be monitored or returned.
We kindly ask that all inquiries be submitted by email; phone calls will not be accepted or returned.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The Congregation does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Full-time employment benefits include:
Generous PTO (paid time off), as well as all major federal and Jewish holidays
- Paid parental leave*
- Paid Family Leave*
- Retirement plan with employer matching*
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Flexible spending account (FSA) for unreimbursed medical expenses*
- Life insurance*
- Short-term disability
- Tuition Reimbursement*
- Free temple membership and free religious school
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounts to temple and Streicker Center programs
- Great colleagues who share a passion for making a difference
*Subject to waiting period
