Opportunities

About the Millstone Scholars Program

Millstone Scholars is a National Honors program for 7th & 8th graders attending public and secular independent schools in communities across the US. We are now entering our 5th year with 30 cohorts around the U.S. and growing.

Each week over the course of a full academic year, students participate in seminar style classes with fellow young Jews eager to discover their own Jewish history and heritage in an intellectually serious way. As they explore Jewish texts, the heroic story of modern Israel, and the influence of Jewish Ideas on America, a strengthened Jewish identity emerges.

About the role

We are currently seeking working professionals and educators with a passion for Jewish education to facilitate the Millstone program in local cities across the country.

This is a part-time, in-person position based in the city of the educator’s cohort(s). Cohorts are typically 10-12 students and meet once per week for 75 minutes over the course of the 8-month academic year.

We’re currently looking to hire in the following communities:

The Millstone curriculum is built around three core trimesters:

• Fall: The Foundations of Jewish Thought
• Winter: The Founding of Modern Israel
• Spring: The Jewish Experience in America

For more information about the Millstone curriculum, click here.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lessons and activities based on curriculum
• Facilitate engaging classroom discussions that promote debate and analysis of historical events
• Record attendance and submit short seminar reflections
• Collaborate with Millstone faculty and educator team
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents
• Maintain communication with Millstone scholars team
• Submit evaluations and share requested feedback with program administrators
• Assist as needed with Millstone extra-curricular opportunities (ie: debate and field trips)

Experience and Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree preferred, not required
• Experience working with middle school-aged children preferred, not required
• Effective classroom management skills
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written
• Ability to engage and inspire students, parents, and families
• Ability to foster respectful dialogue and encourage critical thinking
• A strong knowledge base of Jewish and Zionist values, text and philosophy
• Working knowledge of Tikvah’s work and alignment with the mission

Period of Employment

September 2026 – May 2027

Compensation

Salary 8-10k commensurate with experience and skill.

Apply

Click here to access our application form.

About the organization

Tikvah is a leading Jewish think tank and educational institution committed to supporting the intellectual, religious, and political leaders of the Jewish people and the Jewish State. Tikvah runs and invests in a wide range of initiatives in Israel, the United States, and around the world, including educational programs, publications, and fellowships.

Reports To: Sr. Director
Position Type: Full-Time, Overtime-Exempt
Location: NYC, in-office 4 days/week

About Tikvah
Tikvah is a leading Jewish think tank and educational institution committed to supporting the intellectual, religious, and political leaders of the Jewish people and the Jewish State. Tikvah runs and invests in a wide range of initiatives in Israel, the United States, and around the world, including educational programs, publications, and fellowships. We seek candidates who understand and are genuinely committed to Tikvah’s mission.

Job Summary
Tikvah is seeking a Program Associate to support our high school and college fellowship programs. This is a cross-functional role: the Associate will work across multiple programs and will engage directly with students in the classroom, at retreats, and throughout the program cycle.

We are seeking a candidate with exceptional organizational and communication skills who is flexible, enjoys working across several programs at a time, and thrives when liaising with different team members.

Role and Responsibilities Include:

Events and Program Management

• Help plan and run in-person and online student events and retreats (including some Sundays and weekends).
• Set up and manage Zoom classes; provide on-site support at retreats and in-person events, engaging with Tikvah’s students.
• Communicate with students, teachers, and parents.
• Assist with general program logistics.
• Strategize with program directors about program expansion and improvement.
• Assist with special projects as assigned.

Admissions Support

• Review applications and assist with interview coordination.
• Organize and manage applicant communications throughout the admissions process.
• Support the financial aid process, including tracking and correspondence.

Data & Written Communications

• Draft language for general emails and website content.
• Manage contracts and engagement letters with faculty and vendors.
• Update and maintain student data and Salesforce entries.
• Compile readers and program materials.
• Support curriculum development through editing and design.

Qualifications:

• A college degree and minimum of two years’ experience in a related field are required.

Preferred Skills

We welcome candidates with a range of backgrounds and strengths. We are particularly interested in applicants who bring some or all of the following:

• Project management – systems thinking, workflow design, and the ability to keep multiple programs running smoothly.
• Event planning – experience with end-to-end planning and execution of in-person and virtual events, seminars, or retreats.
• Data & reporting – proficiency with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms, data analysis, and building tools to support program evaluation. Experience with bulk email platforms is also a plus.
• Graphic and web design – experience creating visual materials and/or maintaining or updating website content.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation range for this role is $65,000–$75,000, commensurate with experience and skill. Tikvah offers an excellent benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) plan, paid vacation, paid time off for Jewish and national holidays, and short Fridays.

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter to HR@tikvah.org. Candidates must submit both documents for consideration.