Congregation Emanu-El, the first Reform Jewish synagogue in New York City, is hiring a part-time Afterschool coordinator for Emanu-El Downtown. In Fall 2022, the Temple launched Emanu-El Downtown, a satellite location for Young Families in Chelsea. Emanu-El Downtown is a vibrant, welcoming community geared towards babies, kids, and their grown-ups. Exploration, playing, and learning are at the center of everything we do and are infused into all aspects of Emanu-El Downtown.

The Program Assistant will work collaboratively to foster a welcoming environment for families who attend our programs, including our Religious School Lab. The ideal candidate is a process-oriented strategic thinker with a flexible attitude. This position incorporates administrative responsibilities in addition to providing a safe and welcoming space for our families.

Programmatic Schedule | September 9, 2026, through May 31, 2027

What You’ll Do

• Support the logistics of all Emanu-El Downtown programs

• Assist with coordinating activities, including but not limited to Shabbat dinners, holiday and family events, and field trips

• Assist with event registration

• Collaborate with Emanu-El Downtown staff in ushering community members to program spaces

• Welcome new families into the community and be an advocate for upcoming programs and classes

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with families and respond to their concerns.

• Manage stroller valet

This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and other tasks may be assigned based on business needs.

Ideal candidate

• 3+ years of experience in an administrative/ logistics role.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

• Effectively sets priorities and manages multiple tasks

• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Zoom, Outlook, and experience working with data management software, specifically Salesforce

• Have an entrepreneurial mindset, disciplined, responsible, and self-motivated

• Is a team player, working collaboratively with clergy, Emanu-El Downtown staff, school faculty, and parents

• Familiarity with or interest in learning about Jewish community and culture

To Apply:

For more information about the position or to apply, please send a cover letter and resume by email, with the subject line “Part-Time Program Coordinator,” to downtown-jobs@emanuelnyc.org.

To ensure proper handling, please do not reach out directly, as phone calls and direct emails will not be monitored or returned.