Job Opportunities

Children and Youth Program Coordinator

Synagogue Information: Congregation Dorshei Emet is the Reconstructionist Synagogue of Montreal.  Our Values are progressive, inclusive, egalitarian, committed to acts of social justice, solidarity with Israel and world Jewry, and respect for tradition. Please visit our website for more information: https://www.dorsheiemet.com.

Overview of Role: Congregation Dorshei Emet is seeking an enthusiastic, action-oriented Children and Youth Program Coordinator for a part-time position. The coordinator will primarily be responsible for providing leadership to all programs and services offered to members between the ages of 5 and 17. The coordinator will ensure the smooth functioning of all programs and the highest level of care, education and program delivery for its community members, children, youth, and families.

Your Responsibilities would include the following:

1. Outreach to and connect with the families and youth of the synagogue.
2. Plan, coordinate and participate in Saturday morning programs for young children twice a month and Holiday programs geared towards children of all ages.
3. Assist the Rabbi in running the Jewish Journeys pre-bnei mitzvah group each Tuesday evening from Sukkot until Purim.
4. Develop and lead a youth group for post-bnei mitzvah teens.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements

• Leadership, strong organizational skills, creativity, flexibility, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of people.
• Knowledge of Shabbat and Jewish Holidays
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office 365, Canva (or similar), and social media.
• CEGEP degree or equivalent

Salary: 75 hours per month with a flexible and fluctuating schedule based on the Dorshei Emet calendar.  $25 per hour. The position will start ASAP.

Location: 18 Cleve Road, Hampstead, Quebec H3X 1A6

All employees require a Police Check.

This position reports to the Rabbi but will work with the Program Director and other staff. 

Only candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. 

Please send your curriculum vitae to: rabbiboris@dorshei-emet.org

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