Educator

The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore; Reisterstown (MD); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore is seeking an Hourly Educator to lead and facilitate educational programs. Responsibilities include working collaboratively with the program team, participating in professional development, and engaging with various communities.

Ideal candidates will possess a background in Jewish education, program planning, and strong communication skills. This position offers hands-on educational experiences in diverse environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in Jewish education, especially outdoor and agricultural education.
• Proficiency in program coordination and planning.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead educational programs and confirm logistics with team.
• Participate in professional development sessions.
• Support the program team with creative initiatives.

Skills

Formal and informal Jewish education

Outdoor experiential Jewish environmental education

Garden education and/or Jewish agricultural education

Program coordination & planning

Time management & organizational systems

Good oral and written communication skills

Teamwork and community building

Job description

Hourly Educator (Potential Scope of Work)

Program Implementation

• Accept scheduled hours as desired, working at least 1 retreat or 2 individual programs per month. Programs may happen on weekdays, evenings, and weekends.
• Prior to program, participate in or lead conversation with program partner, Operations Manager, Director of Program Partnerships, or Program Retreat Director to confirm logistics, roles, and goals.
  • Arrive at least 1 hour early to the program for set up, unless specifically arranged with co-educator or Operations Manager.
  • Lead the program and serve as expert educator.
  • Following the program, clean up all spaces and return program materials in the condition they were found.
    • Alert Operations Manager of any materials that were damaged, lost, or ran out/ran low.
    • Check all spaces used by the group, including restrooms, and report damage or significant mess to Operations Manager.
  • Following the program, complete program reporting. Confirm completion with Operations Manager.

Professional Development

• Participate in at least 10 hours of paid professional development per year run by the Pearlstone Education Team, which may include Way of the Wilderness and Thrive Workshops, training courses run by Pearlstone educators, and serving as an apprentice educator during programming.
• Unless already certified, participate in first aid and CPR training.

Departmental Tasks

• As available, support Pearlstone program team initiatives as a partner in creative brainstorming, content development, and problem solving.
• When on campus, contribute to team culture in a positive way.
• Other duties, as assigned.

General Employee Standards

• Be a team player.
• Sustain a positive, enthusiastic and professional attitude at all times.
• Accommodate all guest requests with a smile and Loving Warmth.
• Adhere to supervisor’s directives.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Arrive prior to the scheduled starting time, properly dressed and prepared to work.
• Perform all duties in a timely, accurate, honest, and professional manner.

Qualifications

• Formal and informal Jewish education
• Outdoor experiential Jewish environmental education
• Garden education and/or Jewish agricultural education
• Farm and garden management
• Program coordination & planning, working with client groups & stakeholders
• Time management & organizational systems
• Innovative program development and implementation
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Teamwork and community building

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, run, hike, farm, and play outside. The employee may have to lift up to 35 pounds on a regular basis.

Working Conditions

Works in an office, farm, and forest environment. Potential exposure to noise, dust, hand tools, tractors, heat or cold conditions.

Evaluation

Ninety days from date of employment date. Thereafter, annually. This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.