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Administration
Campus Support Staff
Full and Part Time positions
Full time Hours: Mon–Thurs 11 am-7:30 pm, Friday 8 am-4:30 pm
Part time Hours: Monday-Friday 8:15 am-4:45 pm
Salary $21/hour
- Law Enforcement or Security experience required
- Monitor access to Jewish Community Center
- Greet visitors and require check in at reception desk
- Confirm identity and photo in access system for members and check identification for all visitors
- Make several security inspections of Early Childhood Center (ECC) throughout the day
- Make security inspections of perimeter of JCC insuring doors are locked and alarmed
- Escort any outside vendors and contractors for ECC and JCC
- Log and inspect all deliveries to JCC and tenants
- Relieve reception desk when access employee is needed to work other areas or when needed
- Maintain adherence to parking rules of JCC
- Help escort children off buses for Beyond The Bell Program
- Monitor and support operations of summer camp program
- Work various large JCC events at the request of the JCC Facilities Director to insure safety and security issues
- Other various miscellaneous duties requested by the RJCC Facilities Director
contact
Bill Ebner
Facilities Director
845-362-4400 ext. 200
williame@jccrockland.org
Community Access and Engagement Manager
Reports To: Chief Operating Officer
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Summary:
The Community Access and Engagement Manager – Reception, Access Control and Campus Support plays a key leadership role at JCC Rockland, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for members, visitors, and staff. This role oversees all front desk personnel, balancing warm hospitality with effective safety procedures, in alignment with the values and mission of the Jewish community.
Key Responsibilities:
Reception Management
- Lead and supervise reception staff to ensure consistent, high-quality front desk service.
- Greet and assist members, families, and guests, reflecting the values of Jewish hospitality.
- Manage reception scheduling, coverage, and training programs.
- Maintain accurate member and visitor check-in records and provide data for programming and operations teams.
- Oversee membership inquiries, program registrations, and general center information services.
- Work with and coordinate procedures and staffing with the Campus Support supervisor.
Administrative Duties
- Develop and maintain policies related to reception, safety, and emergency response.
- Manage departmental budget.
- Collaborate with facilities and programming teams to ensure safe, efficient daily operations.
- Support large events and holiday programs with tailored security and logistical planning.
Team Leadership
- Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate reception personnel.
- Promote a team culture grounded in respect, inclusion, and Jewish values.
- Foster open communication and provide professional development opportunities.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business administration, public safety, or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in a supervisory or facilities management role, ideally in a community, faith-based, or nonprofit setting.
- Familiarity with the needs and sensitivities of Jewish institutions and community members.
- Experience with security systems and emergency preparedness planning.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Ability to remain calm and professional in crisis situations.
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
Preferred Experience:
- Experience working in a Community Center.
- Knowledge of Jewish customs, holidays, and community dynamics.
contact
Nancy Adler
845-362-4400 ext. 186
nancya@jccrockland.org
Senior Staff Accountant
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Staff Account to join our organization. In this position, you will play a critical role in supporting our existing financial team as well as the human resources/payroll director. The position currently requires 25+ hours per week. Salary commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting in preparation of internal and external financial statements
- Analyzing information
- Preparing general ledger entries by maintaining records and files as well as reconciling accounts
- Assisting in analysing current procedures and developing and implementing new practices
- Protecting the organization’s values by keeping information confidential
- Providing support to the payroll manager as back up for processing
- Supporting current accounting staff with daily and monthly tasks
- Assisting with year end audit
- Learning the different processing systems within the organization and how they integrate with accounting system
The skills of a qualified candidate should include:
- Strong analytic abilities
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
- High degree of attention to detail and ability to multi-task
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Experience with SAGE50 a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting is preferred with 5+ years experience.
contact
Nancy Adler
845-362-4400 ext. 186
nancya@jccrockland.org
Children and Families
Children & Family Programs Manager
Job Requirements:
- Excellent relationship builder, communicator, strong on follow-through, detail-oriented, quick learner, a team player and can take initiative in identifying problems and devising solutions, and must have strong interpersonal skills to help implement those solutions with good judgment and discretion
- The ideal candidate for this position will express commitment to the JCC’s mission, with two-five years of communal programming experience.
- Must be effective at organizing program-related timelines, budget and materials
- Must be flexible to work on select weekday evenings and Sundays (no more than 40 hours per week).
Principal Responsibilities:
- Lead programs that emphasize the JCC’s culture with spirit, positive energy, and a commitment to the organization’s values. Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for families
- Act as the primary liaison with parents. Increase family engagement. to encourage repeat and cross-department business. Provide personal outreach to JCC members and participants, building relationships.
- Manage programming budget and provide input on enhanced marketing, outreach, relationship-building, programming, recruitment, and sales. Process and report on program attendance and enrollment data.
- Plan all programs within budget and timeframe. May include field trips, special days and activity areas. Recruit and hire seasonal staff. Plan and execute staff orientation and ongoing training. Assist the Camp/Program Director to supervise staff year-round
- Participate as a member of the JCC’s program team, providing support to co-workers
Minimum Qualifications:
- Two-five years of professional involvement in programming for children or families, including experience with organizing events, managing timelines
- Proven track record cultivating and managing individual, communal and vendor relationships and partnerships
- Experience and knowledge of Jewish culture, holidays, and values and knowledge of the local Jewish communal landscape a plus a plus.
- Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
Excellent computer skills, including the Microsoft Office and Google suite, and the ability to learn new systems quickly. Experience with CRM systems a plus. - CPR, AED and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)
CONTACT
Carrie Latimer
JCC Rockland Program Director
845-362-4400 ext. 107
carriel@jccrockland.org
Early Childhood
Lead Teacher
Specific Responsibilities Include:
Curriculum and Instruction
- Plan both long and short range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy
- Maintain a positive physical and emotional educational environment
- Ensure children are supervised at all times
- Interact verbally and non-verbally with children during the day, at meal/snack times, and outside
- Create detailed lesson plans according to established curriculum and weekly calendars
- Collect and maintain updated information in children’s files and submit to office at the end of the school year
- Incorporate activities and educate meaningfully about Jewish tradition, culture, values and Israel. Knowledge of Hebrew and Jewish culture or willingness to learn a plus.
Assessment
- Use assessments to support children’s learning, via a variety of methods such as observations, class notations, checklists, and rating scales
- Observe children’s strengths and weaknesses to inform instruction
- Share assessment results with families
- Maintain written records of child progress, observation, and assessment
Relationship between Teachers and Children
- Foster children’s emotional well-being through positive social conversations, eye contact, tone of voice, and smiles
- Treat all children with equal respect and consideration
- Never use physical punishment, verbal abuse, threats, or derogatory remarks, nor withhold /force food as a form of discipline
- Consider attention span and age and redirection to avoid developmentally inappropriate behavior
- Help children develop a feeling of self worth
- Focus on positive behavior, not unacceptable behavior
Health and Safety
- SAFETY is a prime requisite at all times- attending to this goal requires vigilant, direct visual/verbal supervision
- Check see that food items are clearly marked with child’s name
- Complete pediatric first aid and CPR certification training
- Keep hot foods and liquids out of children’s reach. Personal hot drinks must have lids
- Follow recommended practices regarding hand washing, as posted in classroom
- Follow recommended practices regarding frequency of cleaning and sanitizing all surfaces
- Provide rest periods for children
- Become familiar with emergency exit procedures as well as security procedures
Classroom and Learning Environment
- Arrive at school 30 minutes before beginning of shift and depart 30 minutes after ending of shift, when room is restored to order
- Set up and follow a consistent daily routine and post routine in room
- Write weekly communication to be sent home either in written form or through class blog/website
Professional Commitment
- Attend scheduled meetings and events as requiredo Attend scheduled meetings and events as required
- Submit personal health forms, as well as other requested paperwork
- Keep personal items such as purses, tote bags, cell phones inaccessible to children at all times
- Maintain a level of professionalism by keeping any and all information about the school, staff, and children strictly confidential. Confidential information should not be shared with any parent, outsider, or staff member, other than the director. Information should never be shared at social gatherings, public places or through electronic media.
Job Requirements
Assistant Teacher Infants/Toddlers, Full Time
An Assistant Teacher provides support and assistance to the lead teacher in the classroom during instruction and transitional times, such as directed lessons, free play, circle time, snack, playground, music, and lunch. They help provide a safe, nurturing, positive environment and help maintain classroom management.
Under The Direction Of The Lead Teacher, The Assistant Teacher Will:
- Engage with each child by playing, interacting, talking to and listening to them.
- Provide a broad range of physical assistance to children, including in their personal needs such as toileting, changing diapers, cleaning, washing, etc.
- Set up facilities for the teacher, including arts and crafts projects, special games, and other teaching exercises and instructions planned by the teacher.
- May take over leadership role in the classroom during teacher’s absence.
- Facilitate smooth transition for children from home to school.
- Incorporate each family’s culture and tradition respectfully.
- Complete pediatric first aid and CPR certification training.
- Ensure that children are under direct and competent supervision at all times.
- Attend staff meetings, trainings and professional development as required.
- Experience working with children necessary. Ability to sit on the floor, bend and lift up to 30 lbs. Flexibility a must. Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and education.
Contact
Teacher, Full Time
The Infant/Toddler Lead teacher will develop a program along established guidelines and provide a safe, nurturing, positive classroom environment. The lead teacher works with the assistant teacher as a team to implement daily teaching and learning activities. Expectations of Infant/Toddler teachers are to be kind, professional, helpful, self-starters, and creative. Infant/Toddler teachers will design plans to meet the individual needs of each child in order to reach his/her maximum potential. Additionally, Infant/Toddler teachers need to adapt easily and be sensitive to the needs of the families, while meeting the constantly changing needs of the infants.
To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Shelli Hopkins at shellih@jccrockland.org
Benefits
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Contact
After School Program
Beyond the Bell General Counselor
Job Summary
Duties and Responsibilities
- Positive interaction with students, parents and co-workers
- Assist in daily program operation
- Set-up and clean-up of program space and activities daily
- Work in a team environment
- Implementation and follow through on all program policies and procedures
- Upkeep of site location for cleanliness and to meet all New York State guidelines
- Attend on-going staff trainings and maintain required numbers of training hours
- Provide supervision and direction to children ranging in age from K-7 grade
- Act as a role model for participants and other staff
- Organize and implement “Club” activities
Hours
- Depending on the site, programs run for 3-4 hours a day starting as early as 2pm.
- All applicants need to be able to work a minimum of two shifts a week. Counselors may need to work additional days based on the needs of the program and the Site Leader’s requirements.
Job Qualifications
- Minimum age requirement of 16 years
- Current HS student or beyond
- Minimum 1 year working with school age children in some capacity (babysitting counts)
Contact
Rachel Appell
Beyond the Bell Director
845-362-4400 ext. 207
rachela@jccrockland.org
Fitness
Personal Trainer
Hourly Rate for Training: $32-$36 per hour depending on experience.
Full-time and Part-time positions available.
JCC Rockland is looking for certified personal trainers to join our team of fitness professionals. We have opportunities to work with a wide range of clients including seniors, teens, and special populations. Trainers will need a professional attitude and a keen understanding of customer service. We offer competitive pay and incentives for training volume
Principal Responsibilities
- Ability to design individual and group exercise programs tailored to the needs and attainable goals of specific clients
- Execute individual fitness programs designed in a safe and effective way
- Desire to help clients reach their health and fitness goals through appropriate cardiovascular, flexibility and resistance exercise
- Proactively assist members with fitness equipment; train members in correct use of fitness equipment; correct members on use of fitness equipment as necessary.
- Represent the agency and provide the highest quality of customer service to the individuals and groups with whom he/she comes into contact.
- Strong interpersonal skills with an eagerness to grow client base
- Team player
Minimum Qualifications
- Current nationally accredited personal training certification
- Specialization certifications preferred
- Certified in CPR/AED & First Aid
Contact
Lisa Goldstein
Fitness Manager
845-362-4400 ext. 104
lisag@jccrockland.org
Group Exercise Instructor
If you possess the following skills, we need to hear from you!
- Enthusiastic, creative, and enjoy delivering new, fresh, innovative routines.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Have a positive attitude and exhibit the passion to motivate and encourage others.
- Experience in teaching to varied demographics and for clients of all levels.
- A team player.
We Offer
- Competitive pay
- Flexible schedule
- FREE membership–for those who hold classes on our regular schedule or run scheduled small group training programs.
Qualifications
- Must hold a current certification by a nationally accredited organization.
- Current CPR/AED certification.
Hourly Rate: $40-$50 depending on experience and skills.
Contact
Diva Pavan
Group Exercise Coordinator
845-362-4400 ext. 102
divap@jccrockland.org
Pilates Instructor
Hourly Rate: $40-$60 depending on experience and skills.
Come grow with us! JCC Rockland is looking for Pilates instructors to teach group reformer classes, mat classes, and work one-on-one with private clients.
We are looking to expand our programs to meet the needs of our growing membership. We offer mat classes, reformer classes, and private training in our dedicated Pilates Studio.
Position Overview
Qualifications
- Certified Pilates Instructor
- CPR/AED certification.
Skills We’re Looking For
- Enthusiastic, creative, and enjoy delivering new, fresh, innovative routines.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Have a positive attitude and passion to motivate and encourage others.
- Experience in teaching to varied demographics and clients of all levels.
- A team player.
The JCC Offers
- Nurturing work environment
- Competitive pay
- Flexible schedule
- Complimentary membership to our Fitness and Wellness Center
- Continuing education through NASM
Contact
Sophia Attebery
Pilates Studio Manager
sophiaa@jccrockland.org
845-362-4400 ext. 566
JCC Rockland Camps
Camps Registrar
The JCC Rockland Camps Registrar plays an integral role in building our growing camp program and being an agent for change and positive growth. The JCC Rockland Camps Registrar must be capable of “switching gears” – being approachable and fun when working with children while being organized and professional when in the office.
The JCC Rockland Camps Registrar is a will report to the JCC Rockland Program Director. The position requires expertise in working with children in an informal or experiential environment, such as summer camp or recreational children’s programs. The JCC Rockland Camps Registrar supervises staff and works alongside a team of professional colleagues as part of the JCC’s program team.
We are looking for someone energetic and motivated, with a positive, can-do attitude. The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver who can work both independently and as part of a team as the situation dictates. To be successful, the JCC Rockland Camps Registrar will need to be a self-starter, who can set goals and work toward them and takes an interest in their own personal and professional development.
Principal Responsibilities
- Provide supervision for part-time and seasonal staff members as assigned.
- Assist in preparing the annual budgets for the camp department.
- Help develop plans for the department’s program in line with the organization’s mission and market demand.
Programming
- Lead JCC Rockland’s summer camp program which includes:
- Creating a camp culture instilled with spirit, positive energy, and a commitment to the organization’s values.
- Growing program offerings, camper enrollment, and departmental revenue through enhanced marketing, outreach, relationship-building, programming, recruitment, and sales.
- Serving as an assistant to the Camp Director during the summer and assisting in the supervising of the camp leadership team which consists of year-round and seasonal employees.
- Overseeing the planning of all programmatic aspects of camp, such as field trips, special days and activity areas.
- Being responsible for all aspects of camper safety.
- Acting as the primary liaison with parents.
- Maintaining rooms and spaces inside and outside the building utilized by camp and coordinating facility usage with building services staff.
- Help plan and execute select programs and events throughout the year, including classes and special events. This includes, but is not limited to special events, and family engagement programs.
Administration
- Ensure operations are in compliance with the Rockland County Health Department pertaining to the operation of a summer day camp.
Leadership
- Take an active interest in career growth, including learning new skills, staying current on industry trends, and constantly innovating and taking calculated risks.
- Hiring, recruiting, interviewing, and evaluating camp staff. Planning and executing staff orientation and ongoing training, scheduling staff, and leading staff meetings and trainings.
- Participate as a member of the JCC’s program team, providing support to co-workers.
- Conduct personal outreach to JCC members and participants, building relationships and leveraging them to encourage repeat and cross-department business.
- Regularly assess local competition to determine brand positioning and opportunities for growth.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum two years of professional experience working with children, preferably in an informal/experiential environment (such as summer camp or recreational children’s programs)
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite, and the ability to learn new systems quickly
- CPR, AED and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)
Contact
Carrie Latimer
JCC Rockland Program Director
845-362-4400 ext. 107
carriel@jccrockland.org
Specialist
Do you love camp, sunshine, and working with kids? Do you have a strong skill set and passion in a particular activity? JCC Rockland Camps is seeking motivated and talented individuals to join our summer specialist team. We provide unique and engaging summer experiences for campers ages 18 months through entering 10th grade.
As a specialist, you will function in a teaching role for both campers and counselors. You will be responsible for age-appropriate lesson planning to show growth and development, both physically and social-emotionally, as well as maintaining organization in your area. We all grow together!
JCC Rockland Camps prides itself on having creative, skilled, positive, and professional staff that embody our “#All In” mentality. You will have the power and ability to forge bonds with campers, counselors, and other staff and make lifelong memories. As staff members, we are all “responsible campers” – we have fun while leading by example.
Essential Functions
- Planning and executing 8 weeks (39 days) in your specialized activity
- Assist in coordination of camp-wide events such as Color War & Carnival
- Submit weekly lesson plans and equipment needs
- Manage a camper group of 8-15 campers and instruct counselors how to assist during the activity
- Must be able to work in a cooperative and engaging manner with campers, staff, and the leadership team
- Instill values of sportsmanship in programming
- Assume additional roles and responsibilities as assigned by your supervisor
- Keep inventory of supplies and manage storage areas for cleanliness
- Notify supervisor of any issues or concerns as it relates to schedule, facility, equipment, or behaviors that need to be addressed
Minimum Qualifications
- Has a strong skill set and ability to teach one or more of the following:
- Arts and Crafts
- Sports/Gymnastics
- Theater/Drama/Improv
- Dance (all styles)
- Science/Nature
- Camping/Outdoor Adventure/Woodworking
- Music/Storytelling
- Strong leadership skills and a self-starter
- Previous work experience in a camp and/or teaching children
- Great organizational and communication skills
- Has a positive, personable outlook, energetic, hardworking, effective in high pressure situations, and attention to detail
- Must enjoy working in a team environment
- Must love working with children
- Returning Campers
Camp Counselor
Being a camp counselor can be one of the most rewarding jobs you can have in your young life. What’s better than playing games, getting crafty, and making friends outside in the sunshine?! JCC Rockland is seeking motivated individuals to join our camp counselor team. We provide unique and engaging summer experiences for campers ages 18 months through entering 8th grade.
As a camp counselor, you have an important role supervising a group of campers and working closely with your support staff. You will be a “responsible camper,” having fun while leading by example and providing a safe and inclusive group environment.
The Ideal Candidate
- Understands camp culture and willing to be “All In” for every activity throughout the day
- Is a strong leader and self-starter
- Has previous experience working at camp and/or with children 18 months—12 years old
- Has a positive, personable outlook, energetic, hardworking, effective in high pressure situations, and attention to detail
- Must enjoy working in a team environment
Hours
Monday—Friday- 8:30 am—4:30 pm
Orientation dates in the two weeks prior to camp
Camp Lifeguard / Water Safety Instructor
JCC Rockland Camps is seeking skilled and motivated individuals for Lifeguard and WSI positions for summer 2025. We provide unique and engaging summer experiences for campers ages 18 months through entering 10th grade.
As a camp Lifeguard and WSI, you will be responsible for the safety and learning to swim process of our campers.
Specific responsibilities include
- Guard and instruct campers and staff during instructional and free swim periods
- Assist Aquatics Team Leadership in the implementation of safety plans for the pool complex
- Maintain safe swimming conditions both in the pools and on the deck, including cleanliness of pool supplies
- Assess camper swim levels based on American Red Cross standards, and adjust to show growth throughout the summer
- Respond to emergency situations effectively and complete incident reports as required
- Plan and implement rainy day lessons with dry land skills and fun activities in the event of inclement weather or pool closures
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 16 years of age or older and possess a valid Lifeguard or WSI certification, along with CPR/First Aid/AED certifications
- Jr. Guards aged 15 may be considered with full certification based on experience
- Knowledge of American Red Cross instructional swim levels
- Experience working with children ages 2-15
- Friendly and outgoing
- Previous experience lifeguarding and/or working at summer camp a plus
- Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and parents
- WSI certification preferred, but not required
- Dedicated and responsible
Note: Will certify qualified candidates if not currently lifeguard or WSI certified
Hours
Monday—Friday–8:30 am—4:30 pm
Orientation dates in the two weeks prior to camp
Camp Porter
Do you love camp, sunshine, and working with kids? Do you enjoy working with your hands and have an eye for cleanliness and organization? JCC Rockland Camps is seeking a motivated individual to join the team as Camp Porter.
We provide unique and engaging summer experiences for campers ages 18 months through entering 10th grade at our site in West Nyack, NY.
As the Camp Porter, you will be responsible for handling a variety of tasks, and are a crucial piece of making each day run smoothly and efficiently.
Tasks include, but are not limited to:
- Maintaining and distributing coolers and drink stations daily
- Assist Director of Food Services with all aspects of lunch periods, as well as distributing and cleaning afternoon snack
- Help with the car line as directed
- Accept deliveries of all camp packages and distribute or store accordingly
- Set up and clean-up of camp activity area supplies (archery, bikes, jump ropes, etc)
- Check ropes course for abstractions and trash throughout day, rake as needed
- Maintain overall cleanliness of grounds and alert professional maintenance and cleaning crews to any issues
- Build positive and professional relationships with co-workers, campers, and other building staff
Skills/Expectations
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs or more
- Work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to safely operate and drive a golf cart
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Has a positive, personable outlook, energetic, hardworking, effective in high pressure situations and has attention to detail
Hours
Monday – Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm
With additional days and hours for orientation and set up during the two weeks prior to camp
Salary
Stipend for summer based on experience