Teva Season Program Coordinator

The Associated and its Agencies • Canaan, CT

143d • $7,500 - $10,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Teva, a program of Adamah, is hiring a Program Coordinator for the Fall 2026 season. As a core member of the Teva Administrative Team, the coordinator works closely with the Teva Director to ensure smooth program logistics, build staff culture, and support transformational outdoor experiences for Jewish day school students. The role includes supporting educators and school chaperones, helping refine and implement Teva’s educational vision, and managing logistical systems and daily program needs.

During program weeks, the coordinator is a primary point of contact for student care and serves as the on-site medic and hospitality liaison. The position also involves staff training, curriculum and materials development, program and retreat leadership, site preparation, and participation in educational and cultural activities. The role is adaptable to the successful applicant’s skills and interests.

Compensation is $7,500–$10,000 for a three-month season, depending on experience and portfolio. Shared housing is provided at Isabella Freedman Jewish Retreat Center from August 15, 2026 through December 20, 2026. Meals are provided in the dining hall during program weeks and holiday retreats.

Requirements

• Genuine enthusiasm for working with children and schools, with the ability to maintain a professional demeanor.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, including the ability to work as part of a close-knit, interdependent team.
• Excellent executive functioning, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and find solutions.
• Ability to remain calm in a crisis and adapt to changing situations.
• Ability to hike up to 1.5 miles on uneven and/or steep terrain.
• Must be certified as an EMT or RN, or hold WFR certification with significant field experience.
• Experience in food allergy safety, monitoring, and medical response.

Nice To Haves

• Skill in photography or graphic design.

Responsibilities

• Plan and assist in leading staff training.
• Build a vibrant and healthy staff culture.
• Refine Teva’s curriculum and help staff implement it.
• Coordinate requests, acquisition, distribution, organization, and inventory of program materials.
• Lead children’s programming during Adamah holiday retreats and coordinate retreat staff.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and colleagues.
• Participate in theatrical presentations, large-scale games, evening programming, and song sessions.
• Participate in Shacharit (morning prayer services) and add creative educational elements.
• Assist with developing curriculum, skits, and program materials.
• Prepare the site for each program week, including organizing materials, setup, and takedown, and manage systems to support these activities.
• Be present during transitions and mealtimes throughout Teva weeks.
• Respond via walkie-talkie and phone to Teva staff and school chaperones during daytime program hours.
• Serve as the evening on-call hospitality liaison for schools and coordinate with Guest Services staff.
• Attend weekly leadership meetings as a member of the Teva administrative team.
• Carry the emergency phone at all hours during Teva programs, keeping it on at night.
• Oversee first-aid supplies, inventory medical supplies, and replenish them as needed.
• Support students with everyday injuries, illnesses, and tick removal.
• Evaluate urgent and emergency medical situations.
• Monitor students with relevant food allergies in collaboration with Teva and kitchen staff.
• Maintain detailed medical records and complete incident reports as needed.

Benefits

• Shared housing at Isabella Freedman Jewish Retreat Center between August 15, 2026 and December 20, 2026.
• Meals in the dining hall during program weeks and holiday retreats.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed