Careers

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando is a multi-service community agency that provides a wide array of programs, courses, and activities for people of all ages. In addition to stimulating and rewarding work, you’ll enjoy a friendly family-like atmosphere that values your mental and physical well-being. JCC employees can use the on-site fitness facilities in Maitland or South Orlando and take part in all of the programs available, often at a reduced rate. In a recent survey of JCC employee satisfaction, more than 90 percent of professionals reported enjoying their jobs!*

*Centering on Professionals: The 2001 Study of Jewish Personnel in North America . 2002. Florence G. Heller - JCC Association Research Center.

Open Positions

J University Teacher (Part Time)

Job Duties: Bus counselor for after school pickup, assist in homework center, lead activities, and more. Must have experience working with children and pass background screening. Hours are T and Th: 2:30pm – 6pm and substituting on M,W,F.-school program.

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to AmberT@orlandojcc.org
Amber Tucker
Part Time Assistant Early Childhood Teacher

Candidate must have infant/toddler teaching experience in a childcare setting. Education must include a minimum of a high school diploma, CDA and 45 hour training. Competitive salaries, full benefits, and educational opportunities in a nationally accredited school.

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to JodiA@orlandojcc.org
Jodi Alter
Summer Camp Counselors

All camp counselors will be assigned to a group of 10-20 campers, based by grade (K-8). Counselors will manage the daily routine and activities for their group. Skills in music, art, sports, nature, aquatics, and Jewish programming are helpful. Responsibilities include:
• Accountable for assigned campers’ needs, health, and safety at all times
• Keeping the group on schedule and where they need to be
• Engaging with the campers and making them excited about different aspects of camp
• Assisting specialist during their activities
• Mentoring assistant counselors assigned to their group (lead counselors only)

To apply, visit: http://bit.ly/campstaff2013

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to AmberT@orlandojcc.org
Amber Tucker
Part Time Substitutes (ECLC) and Kid Zone Babysitting

Tuesdays-Fridays, some evenings
Applicants must have experience working with young children and pass background screening. The JCC is an Equal Opportunity employer.

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to BrendaS@orlandojcc.org
Brenda Sher
Camp Music Specialist

Responsibilities: spend 30 minutes with each camp group singing songs, playing musical games and doing creative movement activities. Experience in a group setting and knowledge of Judaic songs preferred.

Camp Dates: June 10 – August 2. Approximately 9 hours per week.

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to BrendaS@orlandojcc.org
Brenda Sher
Early Childhood Summer Camp Counselors: Leads & Assistants

Camp Dates: June 10 – August 2. All counselors will manage the daily routine and activities for their group. Must be available for orientation: June 5 (evening,) 6, 7, 9

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to BrendaS@orlandojcc.org
Brenda Sher
Part Time Early Childhood Assistant (Afternoon Hours)

Candidate must have infant/toddler teaching experience in a group setting. Education must include a minimum of a high school diploma. CDA and 45 hours preferred.

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to BrendaS@orlandojcc.org
Brenda Sher
Camp Water Safety Instructors

Seeking Red Cross certified Water Safety Instructors for Roth JCC Camp J Jr. and Camp J. Camp WSI’s will be responsible for creating and executing lesson plans within the Red Cross Learn to Swim format and reporting camper progress on a weekly basis. Camp WSI’s will also be responsible for assessing swim levels and creating appropriate structured lessons and two in-house, intra-club swim meets for the Morning Splash Swim Club.

Requirements:
• Current Red Cross WSI Certification
• Current Red Cross CPR/AED Certification
• Available June 10 thru August 2: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 7:30am-3:30pm AND Wednesday, Friday 7:30am-12:30pm
• Attend a pre-camp meeting during the week of June 3 – June 7

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to AbbyP@orlandojcc.org
Abby Paulson
Private Water Safety Instructors

Seeking EXPERIENCED Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructors for Roth JCC Private Swim Instruction. Roth JCC Water Safety Instructors must be comfortable with teaching ALL ages and ALL levels of swimmers from infants getting comfortable with the water to adults seeking stroke refinement for fitness.
Roth JCC Water Safety Instructors will be responsible for maintaining communication with the Registrar regarding scheduling and availability. Additionally, instructors will be required to maintain weekly correspondence via phone or email with parents of any participants under age 18.

Requirements:
• Current Red Cross WSI Certification
• Current Red Cross CPR/AED Certification
• 1+ year of experience working as certified WSI (must be verified by former employer)
• Must be able to provide a fixed availability and schedule no later than 2 weeks prior to start date

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to AbbyP@orlandojcc.org
Abby Paulson
Lifeguards

Seeking Red Cross certified Lifeguards to join the Roth JCC Aquatics team. Lifeguards will be responsible for safety of all patrons of the Roth JCC pool, including the areas surrounding the pool (i.e. locker rooms and pool pavilion) and documenting incidents and closures according to Red Cross guidelines. In addition to general pool surveillance, Lifeguards will also be responsible for basic pool maintenance as it pertains to safety; maintaining proper chlorine and Ph levels, keeping pool facilities clean.
Lifeguards will be responsible for maintaining availability through communication with Aquatics Supervisor.

Requirements:
• 16 years old, by May 1, 2013.
• Current Red Cross Lifeguard & CPR/AED Certification

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to AbbyP@orlandojcc.org
Abby Paulson
Head Lifeguard

Seeking ONE head lifeguard to join the Roth JCC Aquatics team. Head Lifeguard will maintain ALL the same responsibilities of other lifeguards, INLCUDING additional responsibilities listed below.

Requirements:
• Current Red Cross Lifeguard & CPR/AED Certification
• 2 + years of experience working as a Lifeguard at a facility with 50% or more of pool patrons being children
• Must be 18 years old by May 1, 2013.
• Must be available most weekends and occasional evenings.

Responsibilities:
• Managing lifeguard staff and maintaining overall safety of the pool in the absence of Aquatics Supervisor
• Overseeing documentation of incidents and accidents
• Overseeing documentation of ALL pool closures
• Overseeing execution and documentation of all pool maintenance (including opening and closing logs)
• Assisting with Team Development/In-Service programming

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to AbbyP@orlandojcc.org
Abby Paulson
Senior Program Coordinator (Contract Position)

Part Time Position (8 hours per week) begins April, 2013.

The JCC is looking for a Part Time Senior Program Coordinator. This position is an Independent Contractor; not a JCC Employee.

Responsibilities include:
- Overseeing the Senior social club at the JCC, called “Chai Steppers”, which meets twice monthly, on the first and third Thursday of the month. The bi-monthly program is planned and implemented by the Senior Program Coordinator. Programming can include speakers, entertainers, and holiday related programs. This position is also responsible for ongoing communication with the Chai Steppers group and the seniors at the JCC, including a monthly newsletter and weekly phone calls as necessary.
- Responsible for facilitating the senior Book Club that meets monthly on Thursday (first Thursday of the month).
- Responsible for planning and implementing 1-2 Special Shows/Events for Seniors per year.
- Responsible for solicitation, in partnership with the JCC Branch Director, of businesses/organizations for sponsorships of the senior programs and shows; to help offset the expenses of the programs and allow the JCC to offer quality programs for seniors in the community.
To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to BonnieR@orlandojcc.org
Bonnie Rayman
Community Relations Coordinator (Full-Time)

The Roth Jewish Community Center’s Maitland Campus is seeking a Community Relations Coordinator to build relationships between the JCC and internal and external communities. He/she will serve as a full-time member of the agency staff, and reports to the Membership Director.

Internal Community
Welcome Center Management
• Supervise hourly Welcome Center Associates, and administer their payroll.
• Responsible for ensuring Welcome Center is staffed at all times, by maintaining and managing the monthly Welcome Center schedule.
• Train all employees who work in the Welcome Center, ensuring they are able to meet all member needs, execute Welcome Center procedures, and stay informed about events.
• Ensure the physical space of the Welcome Center remains clean and professional.

Member Appreciation Events
• Plan, promote and execute annual Summer Sundays series programs.
• Plan, promote and execute regular Professional Networking Luncheons.
• Host monthly member appreciation events in the lobby.
• Develop new member appreciation events, and execute any new member appreciation events, as assigned.

External Community
External Facility Usage
• Grow external facility booking revenue by providing excellent customer service and follow-up to those interested in using JCC space.
• Sell, book, and administer Lobby Showcase program, whereby businesses pay to promote themselves in the JCC lobby.

Corporate Memberships
• Develop relationships with local corporations and businesses in order to sell Employer-based and Employee-based Corporate Memberships.
• Regularly contact JCC members who are employees of local corporations to set up sales/partnership meetings.
• Follow-up with contacts until conclusion of sales.
• Send quarterly reports to participating corporations to check employment status of participating employees.
• Perform any additional duties necessary to manage Corporate Membership program.

Vendor Management
• Serve as administrative support for major special events, working in concert with the Assistant Executive Director.
• Manage the vendor database and serve as point of contact for vendors.
• Perform additional special event duties, as assigned by the Assistant Executive Director.

Program Promotion
• Serve as a representative to the community of all JCC programs, generating partnership opportunities.
• Regularly visit local establishments, offices, schools, synagogues, cafes, and shops to distribute and display JCC promotional materials.

Perform any additional duties, as assigned.

Job Requirements:
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Customer service experience required
• Event planning experience required
• Sales experience preferred
• Knowledge of Jewish community preferred
• Computer skills (Excel, Word, Power Point) and ability to master agency software
• Excellent communication skills

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to KatharineT@orlandojcc.org
Katharine Teicher, Membership Director - 407-621-4072