Lower School Judaic Studies Admin & Events Coordinator

Abraham Joshua Heschel School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Abraham Joshua Heschel School in New York City seeks an administrative assistant to support the Lower School Judaic Studies team. The JS Assistant provides administrative, logistical, and Hebrew-language curricular support, managing departmental operations, school-wide events, and community service projects.

Hours are Mon–Thu 7:45–4:45 and Fri 7:45–2:15. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and families, bilingual communication in Hebrew and English, and careful data management in

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multi-stakeholder logistics.
• Experience working with elementary-aged children.
• Proficiency in Google Suite.
• Some Hebrew knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: Manage calendars for the Head of JS and Programming Director; coordinate meetings and teacher reimbursements.
• Logistics & Events: Oversee room reservations, catering, and IT for JS ceremonies (Humash, Siddur), holidays, and daily Tefillot.
• Communications: Manage parent notifications and weekly school updates. Interface with parents and teachers in person and in writing in Hebrew and English. Support production of curriculum materials.
• Data Management: Maintain student records in Veracross, including Hebrew name lists and report card reviews.
• Office Operations: Manage procurement of supplies/Hebrew books, provide front desk coverage, and maintain the department office.

Skills

Organizational skills

Experience with elementary-aged chil​d

Google Suite proficiency

Hebrew knowledge

Tools

Veracross

Job description

Abraham Joshua Heschel School in New York City seeks an administrative assistant to support the Lower School Judaic Studies team. The JS Assistant provides administrative, logistical, and Hebrew-language curricular support, managing departmental operations, school-wide events, and community service projects.

Hours are Mon–Thu 7:45–4:45 and Fri 7:45–2:15. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and families, bilingual communication in Hebrew and English, and careful data management in