Advocate Coordinator; CAMP

The Mayerson JCC connects people so that they can live happier and fuller lives, creating a more vibrant Jewish community.

The JCC helps to foster social connections between its members and guests alike, bringing people together through a wide variety of programs and events.

With an expansive fitness center, highly regarded early childhood school and senior center, arts and cultural events offered throughout the year, and classes for every age, the JCC connects, enriches, and inspires over 27,000 visitors per month. The JCC welcomes and engages everyone, regardless of race, religion, or ability.

Explore our listings to see if there’s an opportunity that’s right for you:

The Opportunity

• Are you ready to lead a thriving, financially sound, and growing Early Childhood School, building on a strong foundation of academic excellence and community trust?
• Can you inspire and mentor a dedicated team of educators to deliver exceptional, relationship-based learning experiences for young children?
• Do you have the vision and expertise to shape the future of the school through strategic leadership, program innovation, and operational excellence?
• Are you excited to cultivate meaningful partnerships with families and the broader community, fostering engagement, belonging, and shared purpose?
• Can you integrate Jewish values, traditions, and celebrations into a nurturing, inclusive environment that reflects the heart of the JCC mission?

The Early Childhood School (ECS) Director provides visionary and values-driven leadership for one of the JCC’s cornerstone programs. As both an educational leader and a community builder, the Director ensures that children, families, and educators experience an environment rooted in warmth, belonging, and Jewish values. This role combines oversight of daily operations with the responsibility to shape curriculum, cultivate family partnerships, mentor and develop staff, and safeguard the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Through this work, the Director strengthens the JCC’s mission of connecting people so they can live happier, fuller, and more meaningful lives.

Key Responsibilities

Inspire with Vision
Provide values-based leadership that reflects the mission of the JCC and the rich traditions of Jewish life. Foster warmth, care, and collaboration across the school community. Model best practices, mentor educators, and build a culture of teamwork and shared purpose.

Oversee Daily Operations
Manage all aspects of the school’s daily operations—including budgeting, calendar planning, enrollment, and registration—so that families and staff experience a seamless, welcoming, and mission-driven environment every day.

Advance Educational Programs
Continuously strengthen curriculum, teaching practices, and program structures to support each child’s growth and development. Ensure Jewish values, culture, and celebrations are thoughtfully and authentically woven into the educational experience.

Deepen Family Engagement
Nurture meaningful relationships with families, creating an atmosphere of partnership, belonging, and trust. Serve as a primary point of connection for parents, and lead programs, events, and initiatives that bring families together and strengthen their ties to the JCC community.

Develop and Support
Recruit, hire, and onboard talented educators who embrace the mission of the JCC. Invest in their professional growth through ongoing coaching, professional development opportunities, and thoughtful performance feedback, building a team that is both skilled and inspired.

Ensure Compliance and Safety
Safeguard the well-being of children, families, and staff by maintaining full compliance with licensing, accreditation, and safety standards. Oversee health, security, and emergency preparedness protocols so the school remains a trusted and secure environment.

Ideal Candidates and Qualifications

The ideal candidate is a seasoned early childhood educator and leader with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in early childhood education, educational leadership, organizational development, or a related field. They bring 7–10 years of experience in teaching and leadership…