Religious School Coordinator

Vance Airscoop; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Temple Beth Zion (TBZ) in Buffalo, NY, seeks a mission-driven Part-Time Religious School Coordinator to lead our educational program and nurture Jewish learners.

This role centers on Sunday school hours with select weekday programs, holidays, and family events. You’ll supervise faculty, coordinate curricula and communications, and partner with clergy to foster a warm, joyful, and inclusive learning community for TBZ families.

Qualifications

• Experience in Jewish education, school administration, or related program leadership.
• Availability for Sunday school hours, select weekday programs, and key holiday and family events.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, supervise, and support Religious School faculty
• Oversee school operations including scheduling, communications, and weekly program logistics
• Develop and maintain the annual school calendar and School Handbook
• Implement and evaluate curricula in Hebrew, Judaics, Jewish values, holidays, Torah, Israel, and mitzvot
• Coordinate Hebrew education and B’Mitzvah preparation in partnership with clergy
• Plan and support student-led Shabbat services and family education programs
• Communicate regularly with families and meet with parents regarding student needs or progress
• Lead staff meetings, provide teacher resources, and conduct end-of-year evaluations
• Collaborate with the Religious School Committee and Board on budgeting and planning
• Strengthen connections between the school, TBZ community, and local Jewish organizations

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree in education or Jewish studies

Job description

Part-Time | Primarily Sundays + Select Weekdays

Temple Beth Zion (TBZ), a historic and vibrant Reform Jewish congregation, seeks a mission-driven, community-centered Religious School Coordinator to lead our educational program and nurture the next generation of Jewish learners. This is a meaningful part-time opportunity for an educator or community leader who wants to make a lasting impact. The salary range is $24,000- $30,000 commensurate with experience.

About the Role

The Religious School Coordinator oversees curriculum, faculty, operations, and family communication for TBZ’s Religious School. Working closely with clergy, staff, and lay leaders, this role offers the chance to shape a warm, joyful, and inclusive Jewish learning community. The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, and passionate about Jewish education — someone who can inspire teachers, support families, and bring both creativity and structure to a dynamic program.

A Schedule Built Around Your Life

This role is designed as a part-time position centered on Sunday school hours, with additional time for select weekday programs, holidays, and family events. Many responsibilities — including curriculum planning, family communication, and staff coordination — can be handled flexibly during the week. We’re committed to working with the right candidate to build a schedule that fits.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, supervise, and support Religious School faculty
• Oversee school operations including scheduling, communications, and weekly program logistics
• Develop and maintain the annual school calendar and School Handbook
• Implement and evaluate curricula in Hebrew, Judaics, Jewish values, holidays, Torah, Israel, and mitzvot
• Coordinate Hebrew education and B’Mitzvah preparation in partnership with clergy
• Plan and support student-led Shabbat services and family education programs
• Communicate regularly with families and meet with parents regarding student needs or progress
• Lead staff meetings, provide teacher resources, and conduct end-of-year evaluations
• Collaborate with the Religious School Committee and Board on budgeting and planning
• Strengthen connections between the school, TBZ community, and local Jewish organizations Qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience in Jewish education, school administration, or related program leadership
• Strong organizational, communication, and team-leadership skills
• Familiarity with Reform Jewish values and inclusive community norms — or genuine willingness to learn
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in education or Jewish studies a plus
• Availability for Sunday school hours, select weekday programs, and key holiday and family events

Why This Role

This is a rare opportunity to do meaningful, community-centered work that leaves a lasting mark. As the heart of TBZ’s Religious School, you’ll shape the Jewish journeys of our children and families — planting seeds of identity, belonging, and love of learning that carry forward for generations. The impact of this role extends far beyond the classroom, contributing to the vitality and continuity of our congregation and the broader Jewish community in Buffalo.