Kallah Jewish Educator - Summer 2026

BBYO•Preston Township, PA

59d•$3,200 - $3,900•Onsite

About The Position

A Jewish Educator is responsible for teaching daily sessions/classes. Each educator will be responsible for preparing material on a topic area, with the support of other staff. They will support teens on Shabbat planning, providing insight and content for evening and special programs, and help to create a pluralistic learning culture at camp. This role requires an individual who has strong Judaic knowledge and background, as well as some experience teaching Jewish content. Candidates will be proficient in Jewish prayer, values, holidays, and rituals. They will be capable teachers and motivators; experienced in working with teens; and are positive Jewish role models that are inspired by building and being a part of powerful pluralistic communities.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree or higher
5+ years of work experience
strong Judaic knowledge and background as well as experience teaching Jewish content
proficient in some variation of Jewish prayer, values, holidays, or rituals

Nice To Haves

experience with youth or teens preferred

Responsibilities

Guiding teens to lead and participate in daily prayer experiences in creative and innovative ways
Serving as a resource and providing guidance for teens in their preparation for Shabbat services and rituals, programs, and activities
Representing and teaching BBYO culture, Jewish values and leadership, Judaic programming, Jewish identity
Inspiring teens to embrace their Jewish journey
Promoting and exemplifying BBYO’s pluralistic commitment
Helping with evening programs as needed
Working with leadership staff and counselors to integrate BBYO’s Educational Framework into programming
Working with song leaders to ensure a thoughtful and inspiring spiritual atmosphere
Jewish Educators are responsible for creating a minimum of three Limmud courses (2 classes per day for 3 weeks across four days each). Educators will work with the Kallah Lead Jewish Educator on topics and expectations.
Offer a series of ‘how to’ classes and unique electives throughout the week as well as on Shabbat
Engage publicly in spirited debate about Jewish practice, Jewish law, Israel and the Jewish community
Participating as a full ‘character’ of camp in all BBYO traditional, social and community-building moments
Helping to foster powerful, moving milestones throughout the Kallah program to yield lasting impact
Making sure program participants are on-time to all meals, classes, and events.
Attending and helping to facilitate assigned activities as needed.
Staying attentive to health issues and the overall well-being of participants.
“Being there” for participants to answer questions and provide support.
Working as part of the overall staff team.
Creating a community and a positive, enjoyable experience for participants.
Follow and Enforce all COVID camp guidelines.