Student Activities Coordinator/ Rebbe/ Dorm RA

University of California; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Yeshiva University seeks a Coordinator of Student Activities to foster energy and leadership among students at the Wilf Campus in New York. The role includes dorm oversight, Judaic studies teaching, and organizing Shabbatonim, trips, and clubs with close collaboration with families and staff.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree with 3–5 years of related experience and Rabbinic ordination is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 3-5 years of related experience.
• Rabbinic ordination is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize Shabbatonim, trips, and grade events.
• Promote events to parents and students, and create hype for them.
• Create positive energy in the school and lead opening day festivities.
• Oversee the dorm, hire and supervise resident advisors, and liaise with administration.
• Teach Judaic Studies as a rebbe.
• Coordinate the calendar of student activities and clubs.

Skills

Event planning

Student leadership

Communication skills

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Rabbinic ordination preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job no: 499103
Work type: Staff Full-time
Department: YU High School for Boys
Location: Wilf Campus, 500 West 185th Street, NY, NY
Categories: Student Services

Position Summary:

The Coordinator of Student Activities is responsible for cultivating an environment of fun and excitement at MTA, and will work in partnership with our students to create positive energy, ruach, student leadership, and camaraderie. We are seeking a creative individual who can think outside the box, as well as someone with excellent social intelligence and communication skills, who can work well with others, and is responsible and organized. This Rebbe will also sub for morning Judaic classes and will be the head of the high school dorm.

Position Responsibilities:

• Organize and run Shabbatonim and grade trips, including:
  • Yeshiva Wide Shabbaton, 5 Community Shabbatonim
  • Sophomore Trip, Junior Trip, Senior Trip
  • Grade Nights Out
• Communicate to parents and students about these trips, as well as create promotional material and hype for them
• Create positive energy in the school
  • Miscellaneous events
  • Opening day festivities
  • Opening Night Sports Celebration
  • Giveaways
• Cultivate relationships with students. Create foot traffic in the student lounge and student activities office
• Cultivate leadership opportunities for our studentssuch as inStudent Council
• Organize and run color war
• Organize and oversee Academic Teams and Clubs
  • Organize and run a Club Fair at the beginning of the year
  • Communicate with students and parents about club opportunities
  • Organize the calendar of club and academic team meetings and events
• Oversee the dorm
  • Create a vision and plan for the dorm experience
  • Hire resident advisors and supervise/support them throughout the year
  • Serve as the liaison between the administration and dorm, as well as serve as the ultimate point of contact for parents
• Create a calendar of events over the summer for the upcoming academic year, as well as oversee the school-wide calendar throughout the year
• Teaching: The Coordinator of Student Activities will serve as an integrated member of our faculty, serving in a Judaic Studies teaching capacity as a rebbe

Experience & Educational Background:

• Bachelor's Degree and 3-5 years of related experience
• Rabbinic ordination is preferred

Candidates should demonstrate charisma and warmth, and be able to relate to a wide range of stakeholders and community members and should have the skills necessary to effectively network with local institutions. Candidates should be passionate about education and specifically informal education and its capacity to inspire young people. Candidates should love working with young adults and be committed to providing them with opportunities to lead.

Salary Range:

$45,000 - $60,000

About Us:

Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.

As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community—students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends—are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Advertised: Aug 14, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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