Director of Education

Wise Temple, Cincinnati's largest synagogue and a historic center of American Reform Judaism, seeks a visionary, relationship-driven Director of Education to lead and reimagine Kehillah, its religious school for students from age three through eighth grade. This is not a maintenance role but a chance to strengthen a core program with real room for growth. DRG is conducting the search.

Responsibilities:
• Assess the curriculum and build a strategy for engaging Jewish learning, including Hebrew instruction
• Recruit, coach, evaluate and retain a team of part-time teachers, and work with madrichim
• Champion an inclusive, student-centered environment for diverse learners
• Build strong relationships with students, families, clergy and staff, and lead milestones such as Consecration
• Run program operations, including the calendar, registration, budget and events such as the Purim Carnival

Qualifications:
• Experience leading educational programs and working with children and families
• Deep knowledge of Jewish traditions, values and practice; familiarity with Reform Judaism valued
• Experience supporting Hebrew learning highly valued
• Success leading change and developing educators
• Candidates from congregational, secular, camp or experiential education backgrounds are encouraged

Salary: $115,000–$150,000, commensurate with experience

Benefits: Medical and other comprehensive coverage, generous PTO, congregation membership, relocation assistance, and an annual retirement contribution equal to 10% of salary.