JOBS

all jobs below were posted on 08/13/09

JWI Marketing Intern Needed for Fall 2009
Jewish Women International (JWI) is the leading Jewish organization empowering women and girls through economic literacy, community training, healthy relationships education, and the proliferation of women’s leadership. Our innovative programs, advocacy, and philanthropic initiatives protect the fundamental rights of all girls and women to live in safe homes, thrive in healthy relationships, and realize the full potential of their personal strength. The JWI Marketing Intern will assist the Marketing Department with the following tasks, and help the department additionally as needed: General Marketing Duties - managing press lists drafting press releases, writing and editing for E-Newsletterwriting, Web copy, and other Web projects as needed. Woman to Watch-promoting the event promoting JWI at the event and other event preparation as needed. Jewish Woman magazine-generate a list of advertising prospects and sending media kits, possibly write content for magazine Web site. Applicant should have solid written communication and computer skills, be detail oriented and a team player, and have experience working with community groups (both Jewish and non-Jewish). If interested, please send resume and writing samples to Ann Rose Chefitz, marketing associate, at achefitz@jwi.org.

Part-Time Job at the American Jewish International Relations Institute Available!
Part time employee with excellent computer skills to coordinate email list serve, potentially develop a website, and send monthly newsletters. The job requires internet research and organizational skills. Also, office work such as filing may be needed. The salary is $15 per hour; time involved is generally 2-10 hours a week (usually around 4-5). The position is based where your computer is, although some on site work would be done at my home/office in Chevy Chase. If you don't have a car, we could work something out where you could come by metro and I would pick you up. The initial training would be with our current person in Tenleytown, which would take an hour or two. If you are interested in this position, need more information or have any questions,please contact Sharon Wilkes at globelaw7@aol.com or by phone at 301-915-0132.

Rabinowitz/Dorf Communications Internship Available
Rabinowitz/Dorf Communications, a Washington, DC media consulting and public affairs firm, specializing in political non-profits, progressive foreign policy, Jewish and ethnic affairs, and academic research, is looking for a part/full-time intern for the fall semester. The internship offers a great opportunity to work closely with many progressive, non-profit, ethnic, Democratic, and international organizations. Rabinowitz/Dorf Communications is a unique firm that focuses on publicizing issues and planning events for clients with a wide range of issues as disparate as religious freedom, democracy building, women’s health, academic research and the environment, and from the Middle East peace process to domestic American Democratic Party politics. Given the relatively small size of the firm and the diversity of its client base, interns will be exposed to a broad range of projects in the publicity and public relations field and will be actively engaged in their implementation. Interns will cultivate a working knowledge of the Washington and national political scenes, the pro-Israel and American Jewish communities and – not least of all – the media. This paid internship begins at the start of the school year. Please send your resume, cover letter, and references to Alix Fried at alix@rabinowitz-dorf.com. No phone calls please.

all jobs below were posted on 07/23/09

Babysitting Position in Arlington
Looking for a kind, patient, energetic babysitter for 15 - 20 hours per week (daytime weekdays mostly) for our 3 month old daughter. We live in Arlington and are hoping to find someone to work with us for a year or more. For more information please email us at sariele@hotmail.com.

UJC Seeking Fall Interns
The national office of one of the premier American Jewish organizations is seeking fall interns who are looking to combine their interests in Jewish communal work and national politics. United Jewish Communities Washington is the legislative arm of United Jewish Communities/Jewish Federations of North America (UJC), bringing the voice of 157Jewish community federations and 400 independent Jewish communities throughout North America to Capitol Hill as a prominent force in health and human service policy decision making. UJC's legislative agenda is focused on bolstering baby boomer retirement policy, protecting Medicaid's mission and funding, safeguarding non-profits from terrorism, and creating new alternatives for long-term elder care. UJC interns will have the unique and unparalleled opportunity of exposure to a wide range of national public policy issues. Through this internship, interns will learn innovative approaches that stimulate community interest by organizing and informing local grassroots networks of Jewish federations. This includes day-to-day responsibilities of attending congressional hearings; taking part in advocacy/leadership training days; compiling and analyzing surveys; and researching and writing on issues which include, but are not limited to, senior transportation, aging, and family caregiving. This year, the General Assembly will be held in Washington, D.C. in early November. The General Assembly is the premier annual North American Jewish conference and is an event that inspires and engages current and emerging Jewish leaders, tackles the most critical issues of the day, and showcases the best of the Federation movement. The GA plenaries, forums and breakout sessions feature top speakers from the political, business and nonprofit realms. As a fall intern, you will have the chance to attend and participate in this exciting event. Fall semester internships are available full-time and part-time. A stipend is available. Please forward a resume, short writing sample, references, and any questions to: Francie.harris@ujc.org or fax to 202.785.4937

Teachers & Shabbat Leaders Needed
Teachers: Tifereth Israel Congregation is looking for creative energetic teachers for our congregational school. Our students are eager to learn from knowledgeable, conscientious Jewish Educators who will bring a love of Judaism to their work, along with a good knowledge base, a sense of humor, and a solid Hebrew foundation. We have openings for Sunday only teachers as well as Sunday Mornings and Wednesday afternoons. The synagogue is metro accessible and located in Northwest DC. In addition to salary, other benefits include free High Holiday tickets for you and your immediate family as well as paid sick leave and vacation pay. Returning teachers are eligible for a signing bonus. Please email a resume to tilearning1@tifereth-israel.org or call Lynn Golub-Rofrano at 202-882-1605 ext. 105. Shabbat Morning Group Leaders: We currently have openings for Shabbat Group Leaders on Saturdays from 10am - 12 pm. These openings include the opportunity to work with pre-schoolers or leading a Shabbat Service for school age children. If you would like the opportunity to lead a creative service for our youth on a weekly basis please contact Lynn Golub-Rofrano. In addition to salary, benefits include a sit-down Kiddush on a weekly basis! If you are a resourceful, high energy person who loves Judaism and children and would like the opportunity to make a difference in the Jewish community please email Lynn Golub-Rofrano : tilearning1@tifereth-israel.org or call 202-882-1605 ext. 105 to schedule an interview.

After School Care Needed for 2 Girls
In search of After School Care to help with two girls (kindergartner and fourth grader) on Tuesday-Thursday from 3:15-7:00 and on Fridays from 3:15-6:00 beginning mid-August (date is negotiable). $200/week. Responsibilities: pick-up at school (one block away), oversee homework, serve dinner, and drive one day to Beth El for Hebrew School (approx. 3 miles). Requirements: responsible, reliable, valid driver's license, own car. Perks: fun family w/ relatively easy kids (I think), cable, and wireless internet Other information: we have a friendly, approx. 4-year old dog, conveniently located in Parkwood (off of Cedar-Saul). If interested please respond to Karen at klevybrown@hotmail.com or 301-576-4079

Make a Difference in your Community:
Newton Hospice Hosts Volunteer Training
Are you looking for a way to serve your community? Would you like to help provide comfort and support to people with life-limiting illnesses and their families? Now is the time to join Circle of Caring at Hospice of the Good Shepherd in our tradition of caring for the community for more than 30 years. Circle of Caring at Hospice of the Good Shepherd, a Newton-based non-profit, non-sectarian home care hospice agency serving surrounding communities since 1978, is seeking volunteers to make home visits. Bilingual volunteers and those with an interest in the arts are especially needed. Care is provided to individuals in their own homes and in nursing homes. A comprehensive Volunteer Training Program for Direct Service Volunteers will take place this fall. All training sessions will be held at the Hospice office, 2042 Beacon Street, Newton. Training is provided at no cost. Volunteers are also needed to help in the office, on fundraising projects and with community education. For further information or to request an application, please call Christina at (617)969-6130, email Jennifer Sax, director of outreach, at jsaw@hospicegoodshepard.org, or visit our website at www.hospicegoodshepherd.org

Congregation Looking for Youth Advisors
Congregation Bnai Tzedek, a conservative synagogue in Potomac, MD is looking for dynamic, engaging Jewish adults to work as advisors for our four Youth Groups (grades 2-3, 4-5, 6-8, and 9-12) for the 2009-2010 academic year. Each position is part time and requires some weekend and evening work. The role of the advisor includes: Creating, coordinating and implementing exciting, age appropriate programs for the youth. Working with the Director of Congregational Programming to determine the appropriate scheduling of activities in conjunction with the synagogue and Youth Department calendar Design publicity material for events which can include but not limited to: flyers, post cards, emails, facebook, phone calls, texting. Actively recruit both members and non members for events. Make all arrangements for any supplies, transportation, reservations, extra chaperones, etc Complete a summary/review following the event Assist in the planning and staffing of Parents' Night Out (January 30, 2010) Attend periodic B'nai Tzedek Youth Committee meetings as necessary Advisors for Kadima (6th-8th grades) and USY (9th-12th grades) will also attend and chaperone regional events. If you are interested in any of these positions please contact Stephanie Marshall at 301- 299-0225 ext. 308 or smarshall@bnaitzedek.org.

Recruiting Sunday School Teachers for 2009-2010
Machar, The Washington Congregation for Secular Humanistic Judaism, affiliated with the Society for Humanistic Judaism, is recruiting teachers for our Jewish Cultural School for 2009-2010, Grades PreK- 4. Bachelor's degree preferred. Small classes. Curriculum and lesson plans provided. We meet for 20 Sundays, approximately every other week, early September through early June for grades 2-4. PreK and K/1 meet for 10 Sundays. Our curriculum focuses on Jewish culture, history and humanistic values in a family setting. We meet at the Jewish Primary Day School, 6045 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC, just north of Military Road. (Accessible by public transportation.) Please direct letter, résumé and questions to info@machar.org.Visit our web site to see our curriculum at www.machar.org

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Association of Jewish Aging Services of North America
Intern Needed
JOB DESCRIPTION: Located on Capitol Hill in Washington DC the Association of Jewish Aging Services (AJAS) seeks an intern for our national office. This is an ideal position for a public policy/political science senior or grad student. Our small office will provide a unique opportunity to learn the "ins and outs" of national level non-profit work. Our Intern will be an active participant in all office-wide projects and will also be encouraged to develop independent projects and new initiatives. Primary responsibilities include: Assist with projects relating to the AJAS Annual Conference Keeping AJAS members up to date regarding important and relevant issues Maintain accurate member data-base to enable regular contact with members Updating mailing lists and database Support communications initiatives Attending national meetings related to public policy issues and other initiatives that have impact on AJAS membership Opportunities to write for various publications, depending on experience other miscellaneous projects as needed. JOB REQUIREMENTS: The candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication and research skills, along with strong computer competency. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and have some database experience. Knowledge and experience with Jewish customs and traditions a plus. 10-12 Hours per Week- Starting September 2009- Flexible Schedule. E-mail resume and cover letter about your interest in the position and what you believe you have to offer our organization to harvey@ajas.org. For more information, visit our Web site at www.ajas.org