Employment

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Chief Operating Officer/Director of Development for the JCCNS

The Jewish Community Center of the North Shore located in Marblehead, MA is immediately seeking a COO/Director of Development. We are looking for a mature team member to join our dynamic group of professionals who are guided by the JCCNS’s mission. Candidate will work closely with the CEO, Marketing Director, and other department heads. Reports directly to the JCCNS CEO.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • All fundraising efforts of the agency including:
    • Event sponsorships
    • Individual and corporate solicitations
    • Chai Membership
    • Annual Appeal
    • Endowment Fund
    • Inclusion program fundraising
    • Grant seeking, writing, and management
    • Completion and recognition of Capital Campaign donors
  • Planning, execution, and sponsorship solicitation for fundraising events including:
    • Development-related special events and fundraisers
    • International Jewish Film Festival (JFF)
    • Early Childhood Fundraiser
    • Annual Golf Outing
    • Jewish Book Month (JBM)
    • Fitness fundraisers
    • Other fundraising events as directed by CEO and Board
  • Responsible for the planning and execution of two annual donor events
  • Manage and present Development Department annual budget
  • Input donations to fundraising software
  • Reconcile Development records to general ledger on a monthly and annual basis
  • Manage Golf and Development committees, including volunteer and lay leader representatives, agendas, regular meetings, etc. Assist in managing committees for JFF and JBM

Direct Supervision/Management role for the following Departments

  • Adult Programs
  • JAdventure
  • Family Connectors

Qualifications:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Donor cultivation and fundraising experience
  • Event planning experience
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other department heads, lay leaders, volunteers and committee members
  • Versed in CRM software systems, Microsoft Excel, Word
  • Knowledgeable in financial budgets and forecasting
  • Works well in a fast-paced environment, flexible and can-do attitude a must!
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience required

This position will require occasional evenings and weekends and qualifies for a benefits package as outlined in the JCCNS handbook. Salary range is $115-125 thousand based on experience. Other duties, such as working with our neighbors on the Hill, Temple Sinai and EHS, may be required as needed.

To inquire about or apply for this position, please forward your resume to Karen Robinson at krobinson@jcc

Contact Information:
Karen Robinson, Director of Communications and Marketing
Email: krobinson@jccns.com

Infant Toddler and Preschool Teachers

Job Description:
We are looking for energetic, positive outlook, caring, Certified Early Childhood teachers with a genuine passion for educating children and who are comfortable in taking ownership over curriculum. Strong communication skills are required as parent communication is an essential part of the job.

As a JCCNS Early Childhood Teacher your responsibilities are:

  • Establish and maintain a safe, nurturing, clean and well organized environment.
  • Establish positive and strong relationships with parents and children.
  • Maintain a high level of professionalism in the classroom as well as with your co-workers.
  • Develop and implement strong and creative classroom curriculum based upon weekly lesson plans.
  • Provide open communication with families to encourage each child’s growth and development
  • Position Type:  Full-Time
  • Positions Available: 6

Lead Teacher candidates must have: 

  • EEC Lead Teacher Infant and Toddler Certification
  • CPR/First Aid Certificate
  • Completed all of the Strong Start Certifications from the MA-EEC
  • Infant Toddler Classroom Teacher: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:
Associate (Preferred)

Benefits:
Sign on bonus: $500.00
Competitive salary with vacation, holidays and sick time included, free JCCNS membership (FT employees) and 401K.
Professional development opportunities provided.

Contact Information:
Stephanie Walsh, Director of Early Childhood Program
Email: swalsh@jccns.com
Direct phone number:857.285.7924.

Are you motivated, energetic, creative AND enjoy working with children? The JCCNS
J Adventure After-School Program is currently seeking qualified individuals to work with children at our after school programs for this school year. Located in Marblehead, our award-winning program serves children between the ages of 5 and 12 years. Our J Adventure Program hours of operation are 2:00-6:00PM, Monday through Friday. (We can be flexible with scheduling if you are only available a few hours/days a week!)

J Adventure Supervisor

Responsibilities:

  • Under the supervision of the Youth and Family Director, the J Adventure Supervisor plans, coordinates and provides supervision of the J Adventure program to ensure quality services which provide growth in social emotional development and health and wellness
  • The J Adventure Supervisor conducts him/herself in a caring, responsible, honest, and respectful manner and is a role model for colleagues and staff as well as for program families
  • When needed, helps the program staff plan and implement classroom curricula that provide growth in skills, self-awareness, group relations, and character development
  • Adheres to EEC licensing standards, and creates an inclusive culture
  • Communicates information to parents and community networks
  • Keeps safety of children as first priority; emphasizes personal safety and emotional well-being with the children, parents, and early education staff
  • Uses positive and constructive methods of child and staff guidance, while ensuring that all staff does the same
  • Ensures the development, maintenance, and quality of the program, consistent with the JCCNS’s mission and philosophy – including assisting with the daily schedules of staff, curriculum, supervision, staff meetings, and special events
  • Addresses behavioral concerns of the participants with 3 levels

Interested candidates should email a copy of current resume, contact information, and availability to Heather Gravelese, Youth and Family Director, at hgravelese@jccns.com. Qualified applicants will be contacted within a few days of correspondence.


After-School Counselor

Job duties include: planning of daily activities, participation in activities and assisting with supervision of children.

Requirements: Experience working with large groups of children in a recreational setting. Candidates must be age 16+ and have the maturity, enthusiasm and commitment needed to work with children.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14-$17/hour, based on experience

Interested candidates should email a copy of current resume, contact information, and availability to Heather Gravelese, Youth and Family Director, at hgravelese@jccns.com. Qualified applicants will be contacted within a few days of correspondence.


Interested candidates should email a copy of current resume, contact information, and availability to Heather Gravelese, Youth and Family Director, at hgravelese@jccns.com. Qualified applicants will be contacted within a few days of correspondence.

Love the water and working with kids? Join our dynamic team as a Swim Instructor and help our growing community build confidence in and out of the pool!

What You’ll Do:

  • Teach fun, safe swim lessons to kids
  • Keep classes engaging, organized, and focused on progress

  • Prep your equipment, use pool space creatively, and clean up after lessons

  • Communicate regularly with parents about their child’s growth

  • Always maintain a safe and watchful environment

What We’re Looking For:

  • Age 16+

  • Teaching experience or swim team experience (we’ll train you if needed!)

  • Knowledge of stroke techniques

  • Bonus if you’re bilingual, great with adults, or experienced with kids with special needs

Work Environment:

  • Flexible shifts—afternoons, evenings, and weekends available

Ready to dive in? Apply today and make a splash with our amazing team!

Contact Information: J Swim Academy at JSwimAcademy@jccns.com

Description:

The JCCNS Aquatics Department seeks to hire experienced, certified lifeguards.

The best suited candidate would be someone with high energy and excited to support our growing membership community. Under the supervision of the Aquatics Manager, this position is responsible for the safety of swimmers, program participants, and patrons using the pools, and will serve as a representative of the JCCNS by providing quality customer service, while meeting our high-level of standard and expectations.

Part-time lifeguard:
Hours: Weekday mornings, day shifts and weekends.
Ages 18 and up

Lifeguard Job Requirements, Responsibilities, and Expectations:

  • Supervise swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensure all policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed
  • Arrive 10 minutes before the assigned shift
  • Test pool chemistry every 4 hours
  • Ability to swim down 12.5 feet deep
  • Warn swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforce pool regulations and water safety policies
  • Administer first aid in the event of injury, rescue swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administer CPR and/or artificial respiration, if/when necessary
  • Evaluate conditions for safety at the pool and initiate aquatics emergency action plan as required
  • Inspect pool facilities, equipment, and water to ensure that they are safe and usable
  • Supervise and assist in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment
  • Assist with chlorine residual water tests and with records/charts of water tests, adding chemicals to pool water, as directed by supervisor
  • Resolve scheduling conflicts to ensure a safe pool environment when competing programs/priorities require simultaneous use of aquatic facilities

Lifeguard Qualifications / Skills:

  • Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions at JCCNS aquatics facilities, determine any potential dangers or hazards
  • Ability to adjust programs as necessary to ensure the safety of the visitors and other staff
  • Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals participating in aquatic activities to immediately assess their capabilities and potential threats to safety
  • Knowledge of on-site protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies
  • Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency medical services

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Minimum of 6 months of related work experience
  • At least 18 years or older
  • Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate or equivalent

REQUIRED TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS:
Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, AED (will train)

Please send resume and Red Cross Training Certificate to Brandon O’Donnell, Aquatic Manager at Bodonnell@jccns.com.

Contact Information: Brandon O’Donnell, Aquatic Manager at Bodonnell@jccns.com 857.285.7921

Employment Application

When completing the below employment application please be thorough and upload a current and accurate employment resume. Please allow our staff 5-7 business days to get back in touch with you.

The JCC of the North Shore is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at the JCCNS are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications.  All qualified individuals will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, belief, national, social or ethnic origin, age, disability status, gender or any other basis upon which discrimination is prohibited by law.Â