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Educational Content Coordinator
Location: Northbrook, IL (currently working 3 days in the office and 2 days remote)
Salary: $65,000–$75,000
Experience: Early Career (2–4 years)
ABOUT THE iCENTER
The iCenter advances excellence in Israel education by serving as the North American hub for shaping and strengthening the field. In collaboration with schools, camps, universities, travel experience providers, and more, The iCenter supports educators with training, tools, and resources to bring Israel into learners’ lives. We believe that education is key to inspiring generations of young Jews with a meaningful and enduring connection to Israel and the Jewish people.
The iCenter is made by the people who work here. We all contribute our diverse talents and expertise and are always encouraged to bring our diversity of skills and passions into our work. We’re creative, fun, and hardworking, and care deeply about our work of enhancing the relationship of Jews to Israel (and Israel to Jews). We have a strong culture of learning and are constantly refreshing as we learn and take in feedback. Our brightly-colored office is stocked with snacks and swag and is frequently bustling with educators collaborating together.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Are you a creative and organized thinker immersed in the world of Israel education? Are you a trained educator with a passion for Israel and Jewish education? Do you love being at the forefront of new paradigms? Does working with a team of high-level innovators in the field of Israel education excite you? Are you eager to travel to diverse communities facilitating educational experiences? If you answered yes to all (or most!) of these questions, then we would love to talk to you!
WHAT YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE
- Collaborate with a team of outstanding educators to innovate and enhance iCenter digital and print educational resources, both through the creation of new materials and the refinement of existing ones.
- Lead educational experiences and workshops for existing and emerging iCenter initiatives, incorporating dynamic pedagogical approaches to align with cutting-edge educational methodologies.
- Play a pivotal role in advancing the educational thought leadership of The iCenter by contributing opinion editorials and academic pieces, setting industry standards, and shaping pedagogical strategies.
- Support other iCenter programs, initiatives, and trainings in experience and/or educational roles, including but not limited to iFellows, GW, certificate programs, and experiences throughout North America.
WHO YOU ARE
- Enjoy working closely with a team of cutting-edge leaders in the field of Jewish/Israel education
- Passionate about Israel and Israel education
- Knowledgeable about politics, arts, music, and life in contemporary Israel
- Strategic thinker with a creative mindset
- Flexible and eager to work in an ever-changing environment
- Self-starter who can prioritize multiple projects and assignments simultaneously
- Highly detail-oriented in all aspects of your work
- Excellent communicator, both in your writing and speaking with a broad range of people in a variety of settings
- Committed to professionalism, good judgment, and teamwork
- A desire for continuous personal and professional growth
- Excited about the opportunity to travel to facilitate educational experiences
- Passion for the mission of The iCenter
QUALIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Strong project manager with excellent organizational and time management skills
- A trained educator with experience and knowledge of Israel (including history, culture, and politics) and Jewish education
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Master’s Degree in Jewish/Israel studies and/or Education preferred
- Hebrew proficiency is a plus
- Fluency with Google Suite, Salesforce, and Canva is a plus
COMMITMENT AND BENEFITS
- This is a full-time position based in Northbrook, IL. The iCenter is currently operating in a hybrid work model. Team members will work out of the Northbrook office three days per week and will work remotely two days per week. The iCenter provides a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, retirement matching, paid family leave, and a robust professional development stipend.
- The iCenter is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity and provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, disability, genetic information, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.
- Diversity is a core value at The iCenter. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and discover, design, and deliver solutions.
HOW TO APPLY
Please email your resume and cover letter to careers@theicenter.org with “Educational Content Coordinator” and your first and last name in the subject line.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the job posting will be available two weeks after posting.