IAC Los Angeles Keshet Program Facilitator Assistant

About the Israeli-American Council:

The mission of the Israeli-American Council (IAC) is to build an engaged and united Israeli-American community that strengthens the Israeli and Jewish identity of our next generations, the American Jewish community, and the bond between the peoples of the United States and the State of Israel.

About IAC Keshet Program:

IAC Keshet is a national children’s movement providing framework and resources that empower our community to connect as a family and community through the Hebrew language, Israeli culture, Jewish heritage and a strong connection to Israel.

קשת מספקת מסגרת מעצימה עבור משפחות צעירות, לבניית קהילה ישראלית-יהודית-אמריקאית באמצעות חיבור לישראל, לשפה העברית, למורשת ולתרבות הישראלית. קשת מציעה סדרת מפגשים במשך השנה, בקבוצות קטנות המאפשרות מרחב ביטוי, היכרות ויצירתיות לכל משתתפ/ת בגוון ישראלי.

The IAC Keshet Facilitator Assistant shall assist in leading children in the IAC Keshet activities – during Keshet regular sessions and Keshet community events. This is a 5-15 hours per week position and the IAC Keshet Facilitator Assistant reports to the IAC Los Angeles Young Families Director.

Duties include and are not limited to:

• Assist the Facilitator in leading group recreational activities and games to enhance the program objectives.
• Assist the Facilitator to prepare & maintain session materials, classroom space such as: bulletin board displays, games, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations - that help enrich the content of the program.
• Engage parents and children in Keshet activities during community events.
• Present subject matter to children using various fun and creative methods appropriate for their age group.
• Be responsible for children's physical and emotional safety at all times.
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing the program.
• Instruct and monitor children in the use and care of equipment and materials, to prevent injuries and damage.
• Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
• Assist in the preparation of session outlines and plans in assigned subject areas and submit outlines to the program lead for review.
• Take attendance and maintain attendance records.
• Assist in welcoming children to the venue from and to their parents’ cars.
• Work in the afternoons, evenings, and weekends, and as needed for regional activities.
• Attend staff training, meetings with Program Lead & IAC Leadership and program events as required.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Natural love and ability to work and relate to children.
• Familiarity with Israeli culture and Jewish tradition.
• Strong organization skills and attention to details.
• Creative, Energetic and Proactive.
• Action oriented and ability to multi-task.
• Proficiency in Hebrew and English (Speaking, reading, writing).
• Excellent interpersonal communications skills.
• Experience in music, theater and arts is preferred.

* Full-time employees working 20 plus hours per week shall be eligible for insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, & life) following the new hire waiting period.