Being a Teva Song Leader:

The Teva Song Leader is a core role in the cohort and is the primary person responsible for engaging students in after-meal music and prayer, as well as our end of day layla tov ritual. Beyond being a song leader, this person also leads and organizes the ‘Teva Band,’ Teva’s acclaimed Educator/Student-led musical extravaganza. Ideally, this person has a background in teaching and leading music, plays an instrument, and is confident in their voice in front of a group of students. A background in leading Jewish prayer is also a plus! Music is an integral part of the Teva experience for students, teachers, and Teva educators. To learn more and listen, check out some Teva Tunes here!

Program Dates:

The Fall Season will run August 24 – November 24 (exact dates are subject to change), at Isabella Freedman Jewish Retreat Center in Falls Village, CT.

Teva comes back for a Spring Season from Mid-April to June, with programming at Isabella Freedman Jewish Retreat Center and at the Pearlstone Retreat Center and Outdoor Education Campus, 30 minutes north of Baltimore, MD.

Core Educator Responsibilities:

• Introduce students to the natural world through exploration of the forest, farm, and campus of Isabella Freedman

• Plan and lead outdoor learning blocks and electives to teach ecological and Jewish concepts, either solo or with a co-educator

• Lead children’s programming during Adamah holiday retreats

• Work collaboratively with supervisors and colleagues

• Participate in theatrical presentations, large scale games, evening programming, and song sessions

• Support programming at meals for students and chaperones

• Participate in Shacharit (morning prayer services) and add creative educational elements

• Assist with development of curriculum, skits, and program materials

• Participate in staff training and development (1/3 of total work time) and learn Teva’s curriculum

• Prepare the site for the week, includes programming materials, set-up, and take-down

Additional Song-Lead Responsibilities:

• Teach and lead after-meal songs and blessings with support from the ‘Teva Band’

• Be a leader in Teva’s musical culture, including musical empowerment of educators and students

• Facilitate night-time closing ritual with students

• Support Teva’s shacharit program with musical guidance and leadership

Compensation and benefits

• Pay of $17.00/hour, approximately $6,000-$7,000 per season.

• Room and board in a communal house provided by Adamah at Isabella Freedman Jewish Retreat Center.

• Professional development and networking opportunities throughout the season.

• Opportunity to develop teaching skills in a creative experiential setting.

• Participation in vibrant ecologically based Jewish community of Isabella Freedman.

To Apply: