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Director of J&R Day Camp
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the JCC’s flagship day camp program, including camper and staff recruitment, family engagement, staff development, daily programming and operations, facilities and budget management, and community partnerships. The Director will also provide supervisory oversight to the JCC South Hills Day Camp Director, ensuring a consistent standard of excellence, safety, and Jewish values across both camp locations. Maintains summer assignment at J&R Day Camp.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Leadership & Vision:
- Leads the overall vision, culture, and daily operations of J&R Day Camp, ensuring camp experiences align with the JCC’s mission, strategic priorities, and the Sheva Lenses.
- Identifies opportunities for new camp offerings, partnerships, and innovative program models.
- Serves as a visible, hands-on presence during the camp season, modeling expectations for staff and building relationships with campers and families.
- Supervises the Director of JCC South Hills Day Camp, ensuring alignment of programming quality, policies, and organizational standards across both campuses.
- Serves as an ambassador for J&R and JCC Day Camps, energizing direct reports, colleagues, camp staff, families, alumni, volunteer leaders, donors and other stakeholders about the value of camp.
- Engages with the JCC Youth & Camp Committee and assist in the development of meeting agendas and committee updates as needed.
- Prepares reports for the JCC Board as requested and maintains availability to the members.
Camper Recruitment & Family Engagement:
- Designs and executes a comprehensive camper recruitment strategy to meet or exceed enrollment goals, including outreach events, open houses, tours, and community partnerships.
- Represents J&R and JCC Day Camps at community events, fairs, and partner organizations to raise visibility and drive enrollment.
- Develops retention strategies that keeps families engaged and returning year over year, including regular communication, family programming, and responsiveness to family needs.
- Collaborates with JCC program directors and the Marketing department to develop a strategic camp marketing plan to best ensure successful recruitment and retention of campers.
- Serves as the year-round primary point of contact for questions, concerns, and feedback while striving to continuously improve the camper experience.
- Monitors enrollment trends and proactively implements growth initiatives.
Program Development & Quality:
- Ensures J&R Day Camp provides safe, engaging, age-appropriate, and inclusive experiences.
- Oversees the development of camp themes, activities, special events, trips, and enrichment opportunities.
- Maintains a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Integrates Jewish values, community-building, and opportunities for personal growth into camp programming.
- Implements regular surveys to measure the overall quality of the camp experience and whether camp programs meet the needs of campers and families.
Staff Recruitment, Supervision & Development:
- Develops and implements strategies for the recruitment, hiring, training, and oversight of all year-round and seasonal J&R Day Camp staff.
- Builds and delivers a comprehensive J&R Day Camp staff training program, including topics such as camper supervision, activity planning, effective teamwork, behavior management and inclusion practices, and emergency procedures.
- Establishes clear performance expectations and conducts regular staff evaluations, providing coaching, feedback, and professional development throughout the non-camp and camp seasons.
- Implements regular surveys to measure the overall staff experience at J&R Day Camp and identifies opportunities for improvement while ensuring a steady pipeline of new and returning seasonal staff.
- Fosters a positive workplace culture throughout J&R Day Camp grounded in accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.
- Ensures compliance with all employment practices and organizational policies.
Operations & Risk Management:
- Oversees all operational aspects of camp, including scheduling, transportation, food service, facilities use, and camper health and safety.
- Develops and implements camp policies, procedures, and emergency protocols in accordance with American Camp Association (ACA) standards and applicable state licensing requirements.
- Partners with JCC Security in risk management planning, emergency preparedness, and incident response procedures.
- Maintains accurate records and reporting systems.
Inclusion & Neurodiverse Support:
- Serves as a subject-matter resource for supporting neurodiverse campers and campers with varying social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
- Implements and oversees the use of Positive Behavior Support (PBS) strategies across camp programming, ensuring staff are trained and equipped to apply them consistently.
- Partners with families, specialists, and internal support staff to develop individualized accommodation plans as needed.
- Champions a camp culture where inclusion is embedded in all aspects of camp operations and program design.
Fiscal Management & Fundraising:
- Develops and manages the camp operating budget, monitoring revenue and expenses to meet financial targets.
- Analyzes enrollment, staffing, and operational data to support decision-making.
- Identifies opportunities for earned revenue growth and operational efficiencies.
- Partners with the JCC’s development team to support camp-related fundraising initiatives, including donor cultivation and grant reporting.
General Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates experience recruiting and engaging families in a service-oriented environment.
- Demonstrates experience training staff in and applying Positive Behavior Support strategies, with meaningful experience serving neurodiverse populations.
- Possesses a working knowledge of Jewish traditions, practices, and culture.
- Works effectively with other key JCC departments to provide effective and efficient service delivery.
- Ability to define problems, develop solutions, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to manage and balance a variety of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment under tight time constraints.
- Ensures adherence to and integration of the agency core values (shared lenses) Masa (reflection, return & renewal), B’Tzelem Elohim (dignity and potential), B’rit (belonging & commitment), Hit’orerut (amazement & gratitude), D’rash (inquiry, dialogue & transmission), K’dushah (intentionality & presence) and Tikkun Olam (responsibility).
- Recognizes that the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh gathers individuals representing diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and practices.
- Creates a warm and welcoming environment.
- Maintains a high degree of organization and attention to details.
- Adheres to Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh policies and procedures.
- Actively supports and participates in continuous intra-departmental and agency-wide quality improvement processes. “Everyone, Every Day, Closer to Better”.
- Actively promotes and maintains agency customer service standards.
- Ensures compliance with all state, federal and local regulating agencies.
- Generates necessary reports and documentation as needed and/or required.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Ability to operate personal computers (hardware and software).
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
- Ability to travel, as needed.
- Ability to perform other related duties, as needed and/or required.
(These responsibilities are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.)
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Supervises Full Time, Part Time and/or Seasonal Personnel
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Supervision from Chief Program & Innovation Officer
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Recreation, Social Work or related field with advanced degree preferred with at least 5 years of camp, youth development or related program leadership experience, including direct staff supervision. ACA Camp leadership certification preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
First Aid/CPR Certification
Equal Opportunity Employer
Interested applicants should have a desire to grow as a professional educator in a supportive environment;
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to:
JCC of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Or
Lead Educator - Tots Room
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh Early Childhood Development Center seeks motivated and enthusiastic professionals for an immediate opening as Lead Educator in our Tots classroom at our Squirrel Hill location.
Should have knowledge of the Pennsylvania STARS program. Should have knowledge of the Reggio Emilia approach and constructivist social learning theory or a willingness to learn!
A free health membership is included.
This position is Monday through Friday and requires a flexible schedule.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for classroom oversight and implementation of approved curriculum in the Early Childhood team.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepares weekly lesson plans for classroom within the guidelines of the program curriculum.
- Assists in overall administration of Early Childhood Program operations, which include, but is not limited to: oversight of gymnasium, swimming pool and center carpool program responsibilities, special events, etc.
- Maintains continuing education requirements, as stipulated by the Department of Welfare and NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children).
- Maintains calm, flexible and caring demeanor with children and parents.
- Oversees maintenance standards for Preschool rooms and equipment, and ensure compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Attends staff in-service training programs and staff meetings, as required.
- Plans age appropriate activities for preschool age children that encourage physical, social and emotional growth.
- Maintains a safe and healthy environment according to established standards.
- Maintains weekly lesson plans and “what’s happening” sheets.
- Prepares progress sheets on individual children and schedule parent/teacher conferences.
- Interacts with parents and/or guardians on a daily basis.
- Maintains effective working relationships with parents and staff.
- Maintains effective working relationships with program participants.
- Works effectively with other key JCC departments to provide effective and efficient service delivery.
- Ability to define problems, develop solutions, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to manage and balance a variety of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment under tight time constraints.
- Ensures adherence to and integration of the agency core values (shared lenses) Masa (reflection, return & renewal), B’Tzelem Elohim (dignity and potential), B’rit (belonging & commitment), Hit’orerut (amazement & gratitude), D’rash (inquiry, dialogue & transmission), K’dushah (intentionality & presence) and Tikkun Olam (responsibility).
- Recognizes that the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh gathers individuals representing diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and practices.
- Creates a warm and welcoming environment.
- Maintains a high degree of organization and attention to details.
- Adheres to Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh policies and procedures.
- Actively supports and participates in continuous intra-departmental and agency-wide quality improvement processes. “Everyone, Every Day, Closer to Better”.
- Actively promotes and maintains agency customer service standards.
- Ensures compliance with all state, federal and local regulating agencies.
- Generates necessary reports and documentation as needed and/or required.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Ability to operate personal computers (hardware and software).
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
- Ability to travel, as needed.
- Ability to perform other related duties, as needed and/or required.
(These responsibilities are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.)
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Direct the work of Assistant Educators and Aides
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education including 30 Early Childhood Education Credits and at least two years experience working in a classroom setting with preschool age children.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
Out of State Clearances, as applicable
National Sex Offenders Registry Clearance
First Aid/CPR Certification
Current physical examination report from a certified physician and an up-to-date TB vaccination
Equal Opportunity Employer
Interested applicants should have a desire to grow as a professional educator in a supportive environment;
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to:
JCC of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Or
Lead Educator - Infant Room
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh Early Childhood Development Center seeks motivated and enthusiastic professionals for an immediate opening as Lead Educator in our Infant classroom at our Squirrel Hill location.
Should have knowledge of the Pennsylvania STARS program. Should have knowledge of the Reggio Emilia approach and constructivist social learning theory or a willingness to learn!
A free health membership is included.
This position is Monday through Friday and requires a flexible schedule.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for classroom oversight and implementation of approved curriculum in the Early Childhood team.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepares weekly lesson plans for classroom within the guidelines of the program curriculum.
- Assists in overall administration of Early Childhood Program operations, which include, but is not limited to: oversight of gymnasium, swimming pool and center carpool program responsibilities, special events, etc.
- Maintains continuing education requirements, as stipulated by the Department of Welfare and NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children).
- Maintains calm, flexible and caring demeanor with children and parents.
- Oversees maintenance standards for Preschool rooms and equipment, and ensure compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Attends staff in-service training programs and staff meetings, as required.
- Plans age appropriate activities for preschool age children that encourage physical, social and emotional growth.
- Maintains a safe and healthy environment according to established standards.
- Maintains weekly lesson plans and “what’s happening” sheets.
- Prepares progress sheets on individual children and schedule parent/teacher conferences.
- Interacts with parents and/or guardians on a daily basis.
- Maintains effective working relationships with parents and staff.
- Maintains effective working relationships with program participants.
- Works effectively with other key JCC departments to provide effective and efficient service delivery.
- Ability to define problems, develop solutions, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to manage and balance a variety of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment under tight time constraints.
- Ensures adherence to and integration of the agency core values (shared lenses) Masa (reflection, return & renewal), B’Tzelem Elohim (dignity and potential), B’rit (belonging & commitment), Hit’orerut (amazement & gratitude), D’rash (inquiry, dialogue & transmission), K’dushah (intentionality & presence) and Tikkun Olam (responsibility).
- Recognizes that the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh gathers individuals representing diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and practices.
- Creates a warm and welcoming environment.
- Maintains a high degree of organization and attention to details.
- Adheres to Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh policies and procedures.
- Actively supports and participates in continuous intra-departmental and agency-wide quality improvement processes. “Everyone, Every Day, Closer to Better”.
- Actively promotes and maintains agency customer service standards.
- Ensures compliance with all state, federal and local regulating agencies.
- Generates necessary reports and documentation as needed and/or required.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Ability to operate personal computers (hardware and software).
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
- Ability to travel, as needed.
- Ability to perform other related duties, as needed and/or required.
(These responsibilities are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.)
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Direct the work of Assistant Educators and Aides
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education including 30 Early Childhood Education Credits and at least two years experience working in a classroom setting with preschool age children.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
Out of State Clearances, as applicable
National Sex Offenders Registry Clearance
First Aid/CPR Certification
Current physical examination report from a certified physician and an up-to-date TB vaccination
Equal Opportunity Employer
Interested applicants should have a desire to grow as a professional educator in a supportive environment;
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to:
JCC of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Or
Out of School Time Program Manager
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh (JCC) seeks an experienced, innovative, and relationship-driven Out-of-School Time Program Manager to lead a dynamic portfolio of youth development initiatives that engage children and families in high-quality, inclusive, and enriching experiences throughout the year. This role provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and programmatic vision for the JCC’s out-of-school time offerings, including Clubhouse Afterschool, JDays School Days Out, and JCC Specialty Camps.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Leadership and Strategy:
- Develops and implements short- and long-range out-of-school time program goals in keeping with the mission and operating goals of the agency.
- Develops and implements annual goals, program plans, and growth strategies aligned with JCC priorities.
- Monitors emerging trends to enhance program offerings and participant experiences.
- Fosters an environment where children feel safe, supported, connected, and empowered to grow.
- Stays current on best practices in Positive Behavior Support and universal design principles to create inclusive program environments that support children with diverse abilities, needs and learning styles.
Direct Program Supervision:
- Manages and develops current and new out-of-school time programs and services for children, youth, and families, including the Clubhouse Afterschool Program, JDays and Specialty Camps.
- Partners with JCC personnel in multiple departments to create, coordinate, and implement afterschool activities such as sports, dance, swimming, and art.
- Recruits, hires, and trains program staff (year-round and seasonal).
- Provides staff with regular feedback on performance.
- Implements program evaluation systems and maintains a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Facilitates regular staff meetings, in-service training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
- Develops and monitors program budgets to ensure fiscal responsibility and meeting budgetary goals.
- Assists with development and execution of marketing and recruitment plans.
Family and Community Engagement:
- Builds strong relationships with children, parents, caregivers, and schools.
- Addresses parent concerns and feedback in a timely and professional manner.
- Collaborates with community organizations and youth-serving agencies to strengthen partnerships and expand program reach.
Operations and Risk Management:
- Works with JCC registrar to coordinate and execute registration for all out-of-school time programs and Specialty Camps.
- Negotiates service contracts with a variety of service and transportation vendors.
- Ensures compliance with all applicable licensing requirements, safety regulations, JCC policies, and accreditation standards.
- Liaises with local regulating agencies.
- Manages program resources, facilities usage, and equipment needs.
General Responsibilities:
- Possesses a working knowledge of Jewish traditions, practices and culture.
- Works effectively with other key JCC departments to provide effective and efficient service delivery.
- Ability to define problems, develop solutions, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to manage and balance a variety of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment under tight time constraints.
- Ensures adherence to and integration of the agency core values (shared lenses) Masa (reflection, return & renewal), B’Tzelem Elohim (dignity and potential), B’rit (belonging & commitment), Hit’orerut (amazement & gratitude), D’rash (inquiry, dialogue & transmission), K’dushah (intentionality & presence) and Tikkun Olam (responsibility).
- Recognizes that the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh gathers individuals representing diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and practices.
- Creates a warm and welcoming environment.
- Maintains a high degree of organization and attention to details.
- Adheres to Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh policies and procedures.
- Actively supports and participates in continuous intra-departmental and agency-wide quality improvement processes. “Everyone, Every Day, Closer to Better”.
- Actively promotes and maintains agency customer service standards.
- Ensures compliance with all state, federal and local regulating agencies.
- Generates necessary reports and documentation as needed and/or required.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Ability to operate personal computers (hardware and software).
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
- Ability to travel, as needed.
- Ability to perform other related duties, as needed and/or required.
(These responsibilities are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.)
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Supervises part-time and seasonal personnel
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Supervision from Director of Programming & Recreation, CYF
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Social Work, or related field and at least three years’ experience in an administrative capacity, or equivalent combination and experience.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance PA Child Abuse Clearance FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
National Sex Offenders Registry Clearance
Out of State Clearances, as applicable
First Aid/CPR Certification
Current physical examination report from a certified physician and an up-to-date TB vaccination
Equal Opportunity Employer
Please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Or
Director of Business Operations
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of Business Operations is a cornerstone of the EKC team. This role is responsible for the systems, processes, and partnerships that keep camp running smoothly — from the moment a family registers to the final paycheck at summer’s end. This position works across departments, manages vendor and finance relationships, oversees staff hiring and payroll, and serves as the operational backbone for both our summer program and our year-round rental and event business.
Maintains residency at Emma Kaufmann Camp during the summer months from late May until late August.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Human Resources and Hiring Compliance:
- Oversees and coordinates hiring for all seasonal summer staff and rental staff, including all required JCC onboarding paperwork.
- Partners closely with JCC’s Human Resources department to ensure all documentation, clearances, and hiring processes are completed accurately and on time.
- Facilitates onboarding for international staff and manages any related compliance requirements.
- Supervises the EKC Camp Office during the summer, including office staff.
- Collects and maintains required paperwork from staff and vendors, including clearances, required certifications, and insurance certificates.
Payroll & Finance:
- Manages camp payroll in accordance with JCC policies, covering summer, international, rental, and pre/post-camp staff.
- Ensures compliance with JCC’s Finance department policies for both accounts receivable and accounts payable.
- Applies financial best practices across all operational areas of the department.
Registration & CRM Management:
- Oversees all camper registrations and off-season event registrations within the JCC’s client relationship management system (CampMinder).
- Establishes and manages payment plans, secures required camper documentation, and maintains accurate family records.
- Serves as EKC’s Super User for Traction Rec, the JCC’s client relationship management system,— training and supervising all EKC year round leadership team usage of the platform.
- Creates and manages all EKC Staff Admin Profiles in CampMinder and trains seasonal staff to use the system effectively.
- Utilizes the Campanion App (via CampMinder) to support parent communication, including forms, newsletters, updates, and photos.
Transportation & Rentals:
- Oversees all transportation logistics — opening and closing days, daily out-of-camp trips, and non-summer travel needs.
- Coordinates the acquisition of rental vehicles and equipment for summer and non-summer operations.
Rental Groups & Off-Season Programs:
- Manages all payment, insurance, and contract needs for rental groups and non-summer programming.
- Builds and maintains strong working relationships with rental group partners.
General Responsibilities:
- Manages EKC’s technology infrastructure and supports the team in using our systems effectively.
- Participates in all-staff meetings.
- Comfort working with a broad range of people — campers, families, staff, vendors, and agency leadership.
- Possesses a working knowledge of Jewish traditions, practices, and culture.
- Possesses a collaborative spirit and a team-player mentality, paired with the ability to work independently when needed.
- Works effectively with other key JCC departments to provide effective and efficient service delivery.
- Ability to define problems, develop solutions, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to manage and balance a variety of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment under tight time constraints.
- Ensures adherence to and integration of the agency core values (shared lenses) Masa (reflection, return & renewal), B’Tzelem Elohim (dignity and potential), B’rit (belonging & commitment), Hit’orerut (amazement & gratitude), D’rash (inquiry, dialogue & transmission), K’dushah (intentionality & presence) and Tikkun Olam (responsibility).
- Recognizes that the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh gathers individuals representing diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and practices.
- Creates a warm and welcoming environment.
- Maintains a high degree of organization and attention to details.
- Adheres to Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh policies and procedures.
- Actively supports and participates in continuous intra-departmental and agency-wide quality improvement processes. “Everyone, Every Day, Closer to Better”.
- Actively promotes and maintains agency customer service standards.
- Ensures compliance with all state, federal and local regulating agencies.
- Generates necessary reports and documentation as needed and/or required.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Ability to operate personal computers (hardware and software).
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
- Ability to travel, as needed.
- Ability to perform other related duties, as needed and/or required.
(These responsibilities are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.)
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
May direct the work of seasonal and/or part time personnel
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Supervision from Camp Director
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in education, recreation, hospitality, Jewish studies or a related field is required (advanced degree is preferred) with at least 5 years of professional experience in camping services or a comparable operational role.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
First Aid/CPR Certification
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Inclusion Specialist
The JCC of Greater Pittsburgh is seeking Inclusion Specialists for our Out of School time Clubhouse location.
Desired Qualifications:
- Ability to problem solve and be flexible as groups/children need behavior/emotional/social support.
- Experience working with children ages 5-14 in an afterschool or recreational setting.
- Generates necessary reports and documentation as needed and/or required
- Communicates confidently with staff, not only for camper struggles/conflict, but strengths as well.
- Experience with, or willingness to receive training in Positive Behavior Support (PBS), de-escalation techniques, and strategies for supporting children’s behavioral, emotional and social needs.
Responsible to: Out of School Time Program Manager
Hours: 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m., Monday-Friday
Specific Responsibilities:
- Participates in pre-program planning, required staff training, professional development, and regular Clubhouse/inclusion meetings.
- Reviews relevant child and family information prior to the school year and collaborates with staff to proactively plan appropriate supports and accommodations while maintaining confidentiality.
- Engages with children, building relationships, observing group dynamics, modeling effective practices for staff, and communicating with families as appropriate.
- Supports children’s social, emotional, and behavioral needs in collaboration with Clubhouse leadership and staff, with particular attention to children who need additional support with transitions, peer interactions, emotional regulation, or adjustment to the program environment.
- Provides ongoing modeling, coaching, and training for staff in Positive Behavior Support (PBS), de-escalation, proactive behavior strategies, inclusive practices, and supporting neurodiverse children.
- Coaches and supports staff in implementing Clubhouse behavior-support practices, including positive reinforcement, logical consequences, de-escalation strategies, and individualized support plans.
- Collaborates regularly with Clubhouse leadership and staff to identify concerns, evaluate strategies, monitor progress, and adjust individual supports as needed.
- Document significant behavioral concerns, interventions, de-escalation efforts, and other relevant interactions according to Clubhouse procedures.
- Proactively plans with Clubhouse leadership and staff for accommodations, behavior supports, and staffing needs related to special programs, field trips, off-site activities, and changes to the regular schedule.
- Communicates and collaborates professionally with parents/guardians, school personnel, and other providers or agencies supporting children, when appropriate and authorized.
- Attends required meetings, trainings, planning, or special programs.
Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required. Required degree in dance or equivalent experience.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
First Aid/CPR Certification
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Peer Engagement Intern
The Peer Engagement Internship is a 10-month paid internship for teens through The Second Floor at the JCC. Interns serve as connectors and builders of Jewish life in Pittsburgh, utilizing their own social networks and creating relationships with Jewish students across the community. Interns attend monthly skill-building workshops and create their own teen-led programs to welcome their peers to The Second Floor space.
The Second Floor Peer-Network Engagement Interns will tap into their own personal social networks (youth groups, teams, clubs, etc.) to connect friends and friends of friends to each other, and to launch student-run Jewish initiatives on The Second Floor. You will learn to build authentic relationships, create new Jewish experiences, expand communities, and impart sophisticated and relevant Jewish content.
Throughout the year, PEIs will meet monthly, beginning with an immersive leadership training experience and followed by monthly training seminars and individual check-ins. These workshops and experiences provide opportunities for real-world skill building in social network mapping, event planning, communication, community organizing, and peer-to-peer engagement. PEIs will also have the opportunity to work with different staff at the JCC, both in our Teen Department and across the agency. Interested students must be in grades 10-12 and over the age of 16 to apply. All First-Year Peer Engagement Interns will be paid at a rate of $9/hour and Returning PEIs will be paid at a rate of $10/hour for the 2026-2027 school year.
All interns are expected to:
- Attend mandatory monthly meetings and trainings.
- Engage with teens in the space during working hours.
- Have a fun, outgoing, and friendly attitude!
- Build relationships with uninvolved Jewish students in the community and seek to advance Jewish values in the context of those relationships.
- Strive to understand student’s interests, passions and aspirations then connect students to opportunities they may find meaningful and engaging.
- Plan at least two community building projects that advance Jewish values and attract uninvolved students to Jewish experience on The Second Floor
- Follow up with newly engaged students in an authentic and meaningful way.
- Participate in Peer Network Engagement Interns training
- Attend at least two hour ‘open night’ peer week on The Second Floor to engage students.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
First Aid/CPR Certification
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Dance Instructor
The Jewish Community Center in Squirrel Hill is looking to expand our dance faculty.
We are looking for experienced, passionate teachers who are eager to share the love of dance with our students.
We are currently seeking professionals to teach students of all ages and skill levels in all styles of dance, including musical theater.
Must be available to work in the evening, weekends, and holidays as required. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in Dance or Musical Theater and have experience teaching all dance styles. Strong communication, classroom management, and choreography skills are required. Must be CPR certified as well.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
First Aid/CPR Certification
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Membership Specialist
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh is seeking qualified applicants for the position of a Part Time Membership Sales Specialist for the Membership Department at its Squirrel Hill facility. This position is responsible for the recruitment and retention of memberships, promotional events and assisting with customer service initiatives. This position also includes working at the front desk as needed.
Candidates should have experience multitasking and be task and goal oriented. Flexible schedule is a must including evenings and weekends as well as holiday hours.
Build your membership services portfolio while maintaining your physical health and wellness (with a membership) by joining the membership service team at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh.
Includes a Complimentary gym membership.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
First Aid/CPR Certification
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Private Dance Instructor
The Jewish Community Center in Squirrel Hill is looking to expand our dance faculty.
We are looking for experienced, passionate teachers who are eager to share the love of dance with our students.
We are currently seeking professionals to provide private instruction in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, or Hip Hop as per the students request.
Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required. Required degree in dance or equivalent experience.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
First Aid/CPR Certification
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Jewish Teen Life Assistant Coordinator
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience working with youth and teens ages 12-18 in a recreational and/or informal setting
- Possess excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills
- Capacity to work with a broad range of youth from diverse backgrounds
- Strong abilities both to collaborate with a team and work autonomously
- Has knowledge of positive youth development
- Available to work evenings and Sundays
- Willingness to learn about Jewish culture
General responsibility: Provides safety and supervision to Second Floor teen lounge while engaging positively with teens to build and strengthen connections to the teen community, works in collaboration with teen engagement program staff with program recruitment and other teen engagement opportunities and functions.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervise and chaperone youth and teens in Second Floor teen lounge during open hours each week and engages positively with them
- Maintain a safe and appropriate environment during open hours and during activities and events
- Support recruitment efforts to increase membership and program participation
- Build and maintain positive, effective relationships with youth, teens and community partners who use the space
- Assist program staff in creating, organizing, and executing programs and special events such as Jewish holiday programs and pop-up programs
- Collaborate and communicate frequently with department personnel in efforts to ensure safe, successful operation of the Second Floor
- Promote a welcoming and inclusive environment for all youth and teens
- Execute opening and closing procedures on a daily basis, including, but not limited to, cleaning, inventorying program supplies, and putting away materials
- Works effectively with other key JCC departments to provide effective and efficient service delivery.
- Ability to define problems, develop solutions, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to manage and balance a variety of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment under tight time constraints.
- Ensures adherence to and integration of the agency core values (shared lenses) Masa (reflection, return & renewal), B’Tzelem Elohim (dignity and potential), B’rit (belonging & commitment), Hit’orerut (amazement & gratitude), D’rash (inquiry, dialogue & transmission), K’dushah (intentionality & presence) and Tikkun Olam (responsibility).
- Recognizes that the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh gathers individuals representing diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and practices.
- Creates a warm and welcoming environment.
- Maintains a high degree of organization and attention to details.
- Adheres to Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh policies and procedures.
- Actively supports and participates in continuous intra-departmental and agency-wide quality improvement processes. “Everyone, Every Day, Closer to Better”.
- Actively promotes and maintains agency customer service standards.
- Ensures compliance with all state, federal and local regulating agencies.
- Generates necessary reports and documentation as needed and/or required.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Ability to operate personal computers (hardware and software).
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
- Ability to travel, as needed.
- Ability to perform other related duties, as needed and/or required.
(These responsibilities are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.)
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
First Aid/CPR Certification
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Lifeguard
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh has openings for part-time lifeguards at our Squirrel Hill location.
Benefits include a free health membership.
Must be certified in Lifeguarding, First Aid & CPR, and WSI (or equivalent).
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
First Aid/CPR Certification
Current physical examination report from a certified physician and an up-to-date TB vaccination
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to:
JCC of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Licensed Massage Therapist
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
Submit an application online.
Diller Teen Fellows- Second Staff
- Attends most staff meetings, Mifgashim and Shabbatonim
- Attends the entire summer trip from June 29-July 16, 2026
- Provides support to the Pittsburgh Coordinator, JC’s and Fellows throughout the year
- Develops, writes and leads programs throughout the year
- Empowers teens and serves as a role model to the Cohort
- Gains hands-on leadership experience
- Meets other staff from around the world
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
Fax: 412-521-7044
Submit an application online.
Lead Educator
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for classroom oversight and implementation of approved curriculum in the Early Childhood team.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepares weekly lesson plans for classroom within the guidelines of the program curriculum.
- Assists in overall administration of Early Childhood Program operations, which include, but is not limited to: oversight of gymnasium, swimming pool and center carpool program responsibilities, special events, etc.
- Maintains continuing education requirements, as stipulated by the Department of Welfare and NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children).
- Maintains calm, flexible and caring demeanor with children and parents.
- Oversees maintenance standards for Preschool rooms and equipment, and ensure compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Attends staff in-service training programs and staff meetings, as required.
- Plans age appropriate activities for preschool age children that encourage physical, social and emotional growth.
- Maintain a safe and healthy environment according to established standards.
- Maintains weekly lesson plans and “what’s happening” sheets.
- Prepares progress sheets on individual children and schedule parent/teacher conferences.
- Interacts with parents and/or guardians on a daily basis.
- Maintains effective working relationships with parents and staff.
- Maintains effective working relationships with program participants.
- Works effectively with other key JCC departments to provide effective and efficient service delivery.
- Ability to define problems, develop solutions, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to manage and balance a variety of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment under tight time constraints.
- Ensures adherence to and integration of the agency core values (shared lenses) Masa (reflection, return & renewal), B’Tzelem Elohim (dignity and potential), B’rit (belonging & commitment), Hit’orerut (amazement & gratitude), D’rash (inquiry, dialogue & transmission), K’dushah (intentionality & presence) and Tikkun Olam (responsibility).
- Recognizes that the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh gathers individuals representing diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and practices.
- Creates a warm and welcoming environment.
- Maintains a high degree of organization and attention to details.
- Adheres to Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh policies and procedures.
- Actively supports and participates in continuous intra-departmental and agency-wide quality improvement processes. “Everyone, Every Day, Closer to Better”.
- Actively promotes and maintains agency customer service standards.
- Ensures compliance with all state, federal and local regulating agencies.
- Generates necessary reports and documentation as needed and/or required.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Ability to operate personal computers (hardware and software).
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
- Ability to travel, as needed.
- Ability to perform other related duties, as needed and/or required.
(These responsibilities are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.)
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Direct the work of Assistant Educators and Aides
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Supervision from Associate Director
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education including 30 Early Childhood Education Credits and at least two years experience working in a classroom setting with preschool age children.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
National Sex Offenders Registry Clearance
First Aid/CPR Certification
Current physical examination report from a certified physician and an up-to-date TB vaccination
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Fax: 412-521-7044
OR
Submit an application online.
Assistant Educator
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for assisting Group Supervisor in the classroom oversight and implementation of approved curriculum in the Early Childhood Department.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists in overall administration of Preschool Program operations, which include, but is not limited to: oversight of gymnasium and center carpool program responsibilities, special events, etc.
- Maintains continuing education requirements, as stipulated by the Department of Welfare and NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children).
- Maintains calm, flexible and caring demeanor with children and parents.
- Oversees maintenance standards for Preschool rooms and equipment, and ensure compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Attends staff in-service training programs, as required.
- Attends staff meetings, as needed
- Plans age appropriate activities for preschool age children that encourage physical, social and emotional growth.
- Maintains a safe and healthy environment according to established standards.
- Maintains weekly lesson plans and “what’s happening” sheets.
- Prepares progress sheets on individual children and schedule parent/teacher conferences.
- Interacts with parents and/or guardians on a daily basis.
- Maintains effective working relationships with parents and staff.
- Maintains effective working relationships with program participants.
- Works effectively with other key JCC departments to provide effective and efficient service delivery.
- Ability to define problems, develop solutions, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to manage and balance a variety of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment under tight time constraints.
- Ensures adherence to and integration of the agency core values (shared lenses) Masa (reflection, return & renewal), B’Tzelem Elohim (dignity and potential), B’rit (belonging & commitment), Hit’orerut (amazement & gratitude), D’rash (inquiry, dialogue & transmission), K’dushah (intentionality & presence) and Tikkun Olam (responsibility).
- Recognizes that the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh gathers individuals representing diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and practices.
- Creates a warm and welcoming environment.
- Maintains a high degree of organization and attention to details.
- Adheres to Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh policies and procedures.
- Actively supports and participates in continuous intra-departmental and agency-wide quality improvement processes. “Everyone, Every Day, Closer to Better”.
- Actively promotes and maintains agency customer service standards.
- Ensures compliance with all state, federal and local regulating agencies.
- Generates necessary reports and documentation as needed and/or required.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Ability to operate personal computers (hardware and software).
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
- Ability to travel, as needed.
- Ability to perform other related duties, as needed and/or required.
(These responsibilities are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.)
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Supervision from Associate Director
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, and least two years experience working in a classroom setting with preschool age children, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
National Sex Offenders Registry Clearance
First Aid/CPR Certification
Current physical examination report from a certified physician and an up-to-date TB vaccination
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Fax: 412-521-7044
OR
Submit an application online.
Certified Personal Trainer
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh is currently looking for part-time experienced certified Personal Trainers. This is a great opportunity which includes a free health membership. Must be self-motivated and sales driven to build new clientele. A flexible schedule is required.
Responsible for providing personal training experiences for members and assisting with the overall function of the fitness department including positive customer service, safety of the members using the equipment and enforcing the general rules of the exercise areas.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education, Exercise Science or related field with at least one-year experience working in the fitness and wellness field.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
First Aid/CPR Certification
Certification with the American College of Sports Medicine, The American Council on Exercise, National Academy of Sports Medicine or National Strength & Conditioning Association
Equal Opportunity Employer
Please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
OR
Submit an application online.
Counselor After-School Program
The Clubhouse afterschool program provides care for children grades K-5 through fun and engaging activities and homework support after a day at school. Our program is focused on ensuring the mental, physical and emotional wellbeing of children by providing meaningful opportunities to engage with peers and choose activities based on their own interest. Activities include, but are not limited to, sports, STEM, arts and crafts, science, cooking, woodworking and more. We are seeking highly motivated, caring, creative individuals who can build a relationship with each child and respond to their individual needs while providing continuous supervision and fun.
Desired Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Ability to accept guidance and supervision
- Compassionate and understanding to the needs of the children
- Have a positive attitude and a willing to learn/improve
- Experience working with children a plus
Specific Responsibilities:
- Lead and participate in daily club and homeroom activities for children grades K-5
- Provide homework support to children as needed
- Escort children from nearby schools and bus stops to the JCC each afternoon
- Complete daily operating procedures such as snack and supply distribution, room set up/clean up, and taking attendance
- Ensure that each child under your care is accounted for and are monitored
- Demonstrate respect to all children, families, and staff members
- Create an environment where all participants feel emotionally supported, safe, engaged, and are given the opportunity to participate the daily activities
- Manage undesirable behavior professionally and safely
- Report on a regular basis to the Clubhouse Director regarding issues of need and/or concern.
- Adhere to regulations to ensure compliance with PA Department of Human Services Licensed Childcare Program guidelines.
- Ensure proper sign in/sign out procedures are followed.
- Be available for Pre-Clubhouse Orientation and Monthly Staff Meetings
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
National Sex Offenders Registry Clearance
First Aid/CPR Certification
Current physical examination report from a certified physician and an up-to-date TB vaccination
Equal Opportunity Employer
Please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
May also submit this online.
If you have questions about any of the positions we have available or how to apply, please email [email protected].
Customer Experience Representative
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh is seeking qualified applicants for the position of part time Customer Experience Representative for the Front Desk Department at its South Hills facility. Flexible schedule is a must including evenings and weekends as well as holiday hours.
Build your customer service portfolio while maintaining your physical health and wellness (with a membership) by joining the customer service team at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh. This position is responsible for point-of-sales transactions, and customer service.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
First Aid/CPR Certification
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
OR
Lifeguard
Job description:
The Jewish Community Center of South Hills has openings for part-time lifeguards at our South Hills location. We offer a free health membership and free parking.
Must be certified in Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR/AED.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
Must be able to obtain or possess PA Criminal History Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance, PA Mandated Reporter Training, First Aid/CPR Certification, Health Assessment, TB Test.
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
OR
Lead Educator
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for classroom oversight and implementation of approved curriculum in the Early Childhood team.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepares weekly lesson plans for classroom within the guidelines of the program curriculum.
- Assists in overall administration of Early Childhood Program operations, which include, but is not limited to: oversight of gymnasium, swimming pool and center carpool program responsibilities, special events, etc.
- Maintains continuing education requirements, as stipulated by the Department of Welfare and NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children).
- Maintains calm, flexible and caring demeanor with children and parents.
- Oversees maintenance standards for Preschool rooms and equipment, and ensure compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Attends staff in-service training programs and staff meetings, as required.
- Plans age appropriate activities for preschool age children that encourage physical, social and emotional growth.
- Maintain a safe and healthy environment according to established standards.
- Maintains weekly lesson plans and “what’s happening” sheets.
- Prepares progress sheets on individual children and schedule parent/teacher conferences.
- Interacts with parents and/or guardians on a daily basis.
- Maintains effective working relationships with parents and staff.
- Maintains effective working relationships with program participants.
- Works effectively with other key JCC departments to provide effective and efficient service delivery.
- Ability to define problems, develop solutions, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to manage and balance a variety of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment under tight time constraints.
- Ensures adherence to and integration of the agency core values (shared lenses) Masa (reflection, return & renewal), B’Tzelem Elohim (dignity and potential), B’rit (belonging & commitment), Hit’orerut (amazement & gratitude), D’rash (inquiry, dialogue & transmission), K’dushah (intentionality & presence) and Tikkun Olam (responsibility).
- Recognizes that the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh gathers individuals representing diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and practices.
- Creates a warm and welcoming environment.
- Maintains a high degree of organization and attention to details.
- Adheres to Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh policies and procedures.
- Actively supports and participates in continuous intra-departmental and agency-wide quality improvement processes. “Everyone, Every Day, Closer to Better”.
- Actively promotes and maintains agency customer service standards.
- Ensures compliance with all state, federal and local regulating agencies.
- Generates necessary reports and documentation as needed and/or required.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Ability to operate personal computers (hardware and software).
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
- Ability to travel, as needed.
- Ability to perform other related duties, as needed and/or required.
(These responsibilities are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.)
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Direct the work of Assistant Educators and Aides
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Supervision from Associate Director
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education including 30 Early Childhood Education Credits and at least two years experience working in a classroom setting with preschool age children.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
National Sex Offenders Registry Clearance
First Aid/CPR Certification
Current physical examination report from a certified physician and an up-to-date TB vaccination
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Fax: 412-521-7044
OR
Assistant Educator
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for assisting Group Supervisor in the classroom oversight and implementation of approved curriculum in the Early Childhood Department.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists in overall administration of Preschool Program operations, which include, but is not limited to: oversight of gymnasium and center carpool program responsibilities, special events, etc.
- Maintains continuing education requirements, as stipulated by the Department of Welfare and NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children).
- Maintains calm, flexible and caring demeanor with children and parents.
- Oversees maintenance standards for Preschool rooms and equipment, and ensure compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Attends staff in-service training programs, as required.
- Attends staff meetings, as needed
- Plans age appropriate activities for preschool age children that encourage physical, social and emotional growth.
- Maintains a safe and healthy environment according to established standards.
- Maintains weekly lesson plans and “what’s happening” sheets.
- Prepares progress sheets on individual children and schedule parent/teacher conferences.
- Interacts with parents and/or guardians on a daily basis.
- Maintains effective working relationships with parents and staff.
- Maintains effective working relationships with program participants.
- Works effectively with other key JCC departments to provide effective and efficient service delivery.
- Ability to define problems, develop solutions, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to manage and balance a variety of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment under tight time constraints.
- Ensures adherence to and integration of the agency core values (shared lenses) Masa (reflection, return & renewal), B’Tzelem Elohim (dignity and potential), B’rit (belonging & commitment), Hit’orerut (amazement & gratitude), D’rash (inquiry, dialogue & transmission), K’dushah (intentionality & presence) and Tikkun Olam (responsibility).
- Recognizes that the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh gathers individuals representing diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and practices.
- Creates a warm and welcoming environment.
- Maintains a high degree of organization and attention to details.
- Adheres to Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh policies and procedures.
- Actively supports and participates in continuous intra-departmental and agency-wide quality improvement processes. “Everyone, Every Day, Closer to Better”.
- Actively promotes and maintains agency customer service standards.
- Ensures compliance with all state, federal and local regulating agencies.
- Generates necessary reports and documentation as needed and/or required.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Ability to operate personal computers (hardware and software).
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
- Ability to travel, as needed.
- Ability to perform other related duties, as needed and/or required.
(These responsibilities are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.)
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Supervision from Associate Director
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, and least two years experience working in a classroom setting with preschool age children, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CERTIFICATIONS:
PA Criminal History Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Clearance
PA Mandated Reporter Training
National Sex Offenders Registry Clearance
First Aid/CPR Certification
Current physical examination report from a certified physician and an up-to-date TB vaccination
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Fax: 412-521-7044
OR
Group Exercise Instructor
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh has openings for part-time Group Exercise Instructors at our South Hills location. There are immediate openings to teach various classes. Must be certified to teach a class and must be CPR/AED certified as well. Benefits include a free health membership.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
While performing the above duties, this position routinely requires handling persons and/or objects and moving safely throughout the building. This position may include walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. This position requires communicating, either verbally or in writing. This position frequently requires moving items weighing up to 25 pounds. This position occasionally requires moving items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
Must be able to obtain or possess PA Criminal History Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance, PA Mandated Reporter Training, First Aid/CPR Certification.
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to:
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources Department
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
OR
Monroeville
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Morgantown, WV
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