Careers
The Mayerson JCC connects people so that they can live happier and fuller lives, creating a more vibrant Jewish community.
Who We Are
The JCC helps to foster social connections between its members and guests alike, bringing people together through a wide variety of programs and events.
With an expansive fitness center, highly regarded early childhood school and senior center, arts and cultural events offered throughout the year, and classes for every age, the JCC connects, enriches, and inspires over 27,000 visitors per month. The JCC welcomes and engages everyone, regardless of race, religion, or ability.
Explore our listings to see if there’s an opportunity that’s right for you:
After Crew Teacher
Position Summary
- The After Crew Teacher is responsible for implementing and operating the daily activities of the After Crew Program; as well as providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. The teacher’s primary responsibility is to ensure the smooth functioning of all aspects of the program. The responsibilities represent an average of 20-25 hours per week, with some weeks less and others more during the academic year. Monday through Friday 2:30-6:00 beginning June 10th
Essential Functions
• Implement and participate in daily lesson plans.
• Oversee all daily aspects of the program.
• Prepare room and snack for children as needed.
• Maintain and confirm accurate records for all children and families including, but not limited to, daily attendance records and parent’s signatures.
• Manage and maintain program supplies including, but not limited to, snack supplies.
• Supervise the dietary and health care needs of all children.
• Maintain a healthy, clean, and safe environment.
• Communicate effectively with children and their families.
• Complete professional trainings to align with our licensing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
- Implement routines, schedules, and procedures for the operation of the camp
- Assist Aquatics staff with instructional swim and recreational swim as directed
- Help the camp staff to adapt activities so that all children can be included
- Responsible for the safety and well-being of the campers
- Share in the implementation of age-appropriate activities
- Share responsibility for the care of unit equipment, and cleanliness of Camp facilities with other staff
- Perform other duties as assigned
This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the above position.
Position Qualifications
• A high school graduate who has experience working with elementary age students.
• Leadership skills, excellent communication skills, strong organizational and management skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
$15/HR
Monday through Friday 2:30-6:00 beginning June 10th
Camp Advocate
Why Work With Us?
- Hourly pay starts at $12.50 per hour!
- Approximately 35 hours per week
- No late nights and NO WEEKENDS
- Complimentary individual membership to the Mayerson JCC Fitness Center. Discounts to the onsite JCafe.
Essential Functions
- Follow all Camp at the J and JCC policies and procedures working 1:1 or 1:2 advocate to camper ratio
- Participate in staff training sessions and orientation prior to the start of Camp, attend weekly staff meetings
- Work with Community Life Coordinator to assist in the development of individualized behavior plans
- Implement routines, schedules, and procedures for the operation of the camp
- Assist Aquatics staff with instructional swim and recreational swim as directed
- Help the camp staff to adapt activities so that all children can be included
- Responsible for the safety and well-being of the campers
- Share in the implementation of age-appropriate activities
- Share responsibility for the care of unit equipment, and cleanliness of Camp facilities with other staff
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Follow all Camp at the J and JCC policies and procedures working 1:1 or 1:2 advocate to camper ratio
- Participate in staff training sessions and orientation prior to the start of Camp, attend weekly staff meetings
- Work with Community Life Coordinator to assist in the development of individualized behavior plans
- Implement routines, schedules, and procedures for the operation of the camp
- Assist Aquatics staff with instructional swim and recreational swim as directed
- Help the camp staff to adapt activities so that all children can be included
- Responsible for the safety and well-being of the campers
- Share in the implementation of age-appropriate activities
- Share responsibility for the care of unit equipment, and cleanliness of Camp facilities with other staff
- Perform other duties as assigned
This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the above position.
Position Qualifications
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Previous camp experience a plus
- Enthusiasm, positive attitude, upbeat sense of humor, patience, and love of fun
- Desire and ability to work and play with children
- Ability to take guidance and supervision
Camp Counselor
Why Work With Us?
- Hourly pay starts at $10.50 per hour!
- Approximately 35 hours per week
- No late nights and NO WEEKENDS
- Complimentary individual membership to the Mayerson JCC Fitness Center. Discounts to the onsite JCafe.
Essential Functions
- Follow all Camp at the J and JCC policies and procedures
- Participate in staff training sessions and orientation prior to the start of Camp and attend weekly meetings
- Implement routines, schedules, and procedures for the operation of the camp
- Assist with instructional swim and recreational swim as directed
- Responsible for the safety and well-being of the campers
- Share in the implementation of age-appropriate activities
- Share responsibility for the care of unit equipment, and cleanliness of Camp facilities with other staff
- Perform other duties as assigned
This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the above position.
Position Qualifications
- Minimum 16 years of age
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Previous camp experience a plus
- Enthusiasm, positive attitude, upbeat sense of humor, patience, and love of fun
- Desire and ability to work and play with children
- Ability to take guidance and supervision
- Team player
Early Childhood School Teacher
Benefits of Working Here
- Starting pay of $17.85/hour
- Paid Time Off: 15 days vacation, 12 days of sick, spring break, in addition to paid Jewish and federal holidays
- Complimentary family membership Fitness Center, including indoor/outdoor pool
- Casual, school-appropriate dress
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- And more!
Essential Functions
- Implement curriculum and activities which promote stimulation, learning, and fun.
- Assist with activity planning and preparation of materials and supplies for daily use.
- Create a warm, fun and nurturing environment.
- Maintain a clean and safe classroom.
- Ensure compliance with licensing regulations and accreditation standards.
- Assist in any classroom in order to be in ratio when needed.
- Be highly mobile and physically able to easily engage in activities like standing for long periods, walking, bending, stooping, and sitting.
This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the above position.
Position Qualifications
- Education and Experience
- Prior experience in a licensed childcare center or degree in Early Childhood Education a plus.
- Maintain First Aid and CPR Certifications; Communicable Disease Training and Child Abuse Training a plus
- Attend mandatory professional development sessions, teacher meetings and family events.
- Schedule
- Monday-Friday
- Year-Round
- Pay starts at $17.85/hour
***Positions available in multiple classrooms and ages due to our expansion!****
Inclusion Coordinator
Position Summary
With the creation of this position, the Mayerson JCC seek to further enhance our capacity both to support and create a sense of belonging for individuals with disabilities and their families in the fabric of the Jewish community.
The Inclusion Coordinator will serve as a community resource and advisor in building and expanding a culture dedicated to accessible and safe spaces for people of all abilities. This role will be responsible for collaboratively establishing key working groups and foundational strategy, as well as implementation and monitoring, around inclusion and accessibility efforts.
More About the Role
- Serve as a central resource and initial contact for Jewish community disability opportunities/adaptations/processes
- Identify, plan, execute, and oversee priority areas for inclusion work
- Help build and execute community inclusion strategy, informed by the Matan study and community voices
- Manage, maintain and strengthen working relationships with relevant lay leader and professional groups across work areas, such as community educators, administrators, leadership, clergy, and others
- Collaborate with, advise, train and support JCC departments to ensure promotion of inclusion across programming
- Ensure JCC is compliant with ADA
- Develop budgets for areas of program oversight and provide continual budget responsibility
- Maintain and submit program records in accordance with the requirements of funding sources and internal procedures
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with past, present, and future donors in concert with the JCC Development Director
- Perform other duties as assigned
Position Qualifications
- Master’s degree in special education, social work or related field or Bachelor’s degree and five years of experience
- Minimum three years of experience in implementing programs for people with disabilities
- Minimum three years of professional experience working with families of people with disabilities
- Expertise regarding community-based disability organizations
- Excellent oral and written communication and listening skills
- Extensive experience working collaboratively and effectively with all levels of staff and volunteer leaders
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrates sound judgment and takes initiative
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Fluency in Word, Excel and ability to learn various software systems
- Grant writing skills preferred
- Must be able to work some evenings and weekends
This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the above position.
Benefits
- Robust Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Talent Management & Professional Development programs and learning opportunities
- Competitive 401(k) program with company match and additional contribution opportunities
- Complimentary family membership to the Mayerson JCC Fitness Center
- Discounts to the onsite Café, Spa, and other programs and services
- F.S.A, Employer Matched H.S.A, Life Insurance, Voluntary Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance, 529 College Savings Plan, Legal Shield plan
- Notable Paid Time Off: 15 days vacation, 12 days of sick, in addition to paid Jewish and federal holidays
- Business casual dress
- Vibrant and collaborative work environment
- $57,000-$60,000 salary
Jewish Educator
Position Summary
The Jewish Educator will bring innovation and creativity to how Judaism is experienced at the Mayerson JCC. This person will develop and strengthen Jewish learning and engagement through content, curriculum and atmosphere, both within the Early Childhood School and across the Mayerson JCC. This role will report both to the Early Childhood School (ECS) Director and Programming Director, as their efforts are focused within the ECS and across the entire community center. This position serves as the Jewish education ambassador and resource for our ECS (i.e., our youngest learners, their families, teachers) and the broader JCC (i.e., staff, members, community). Across the JCC, this position will create positive exposure to and experiences of Jewish values and traditions. Efforts include a variety of activities and curriculum with overt Jewish content that bring Jewish and non-Jewish participants together to fulfill the J’s mission to connect people so that they can live happier and fuller lives, creating a more vibrant Jewish community.
Essential Functions
- Plan, develop, and execute creative and age-appropriate Jewish curriculum and enrichment, including Jewish culture, holidays (e.g., Purim, Shavuot, Sukkot, and Hanukkah), traditions, and introductory Hebrew language, at the Early Childhood School.
- Develop content and provide internal Jewish education trainings and initiatives for the ECS teachers and staff, Camp at the J campers and staff, JCC Staff and the board of trustees.
- Build, plan, and execute initiatives to engage the Jewish community in Cincinnati, inside and outside of Mayerson JCC.
- Become immersed in the Cincinnati Jewish Community to assess needs and share engagement opportunities.
- Collaborate with staff, lay leaders, and Jewish organizations and institutions locally and nationally to build unity and synergy around Jewish life programs and events and present engaging programming around major Jewish holidays.
- Develop programs that can meet people where they are Jewishly and take them to the next step in their Jewish journey and ensure an impactful Jewish presence inside the JCC.
- Work closely with the Community Shlichim (Israeli Emmisary) to support our Israeli community and create Jewish engagement with matters related to Israel.
- Plan, develop, and implement Israeli cultural programs for youth and adults in collaboration with Jewish Federation’s Israel Department and JCRC including, but not limited to Yom HaAtzmaut and Yom HaZikaron.
- Develop and manage budgets for respective areas of oversight.
- Other related duties as required or directed.
- Pay $60,000 annual
Position Qualifications
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Judaic Studies or Jewish Education.
- Experience designing and developing programming, curriculum, and educational content.
- Deep knowledge of and passion for Jewish culture and traditions.
- Demonstrated success as a Jewish educator for different demographics.
- Desire to work with young children and older adults.
- Positive, dynamic, contagious love for Jewish Life.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work some weekend and evening hours, including holidays on occasion.
This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the above position.
Personal Trainer (Full Time)
Responsibilities
- Maintains a client base by selling minimum level of new Personal Training packages as determined by the facility manager.
- Promotes all facility programs/activities by discussing other department areas that may assist members with a total facility experience. Must keep current with facility calendar – programs, events and activities.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge about exercise, health, and fitness by remaining current with trends in the industry.
- Participates in facility events, activities, and seminars when directed by management.
- Provides excellent customer service and monitors guest feedback through the use of comment cards and other customer care techniques.
- Helps ensure facility is only accessed by actual members and/or guests, and that it is safe and secure at all times.
- Other duties as assigned
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Qualifications
- College degree in physical education or related field preferred
- Certification from a nationally recognized agency such as ACE, AFFA, ASCM, NSCA, and NSPA
- Current first aid, CPR, and other safety certifications when required by the client
- Ability to demonstrate equipment use for exercise training
- Must be able to lift 45-pound weight plates
- Excellent customer service skills and strong work ethic
- Efficient, well organized, and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously
- Professional manner, discretion, and appearance
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Energetic, enthusiastic and motivational
- Strong team player
- Ability to stand for long periods
- Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury
- This position required the ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, walk, and talk
- The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
- Normal work hours: Varied to include nights, weekends, and holidays
This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the above position.
Personal Trainer
Responsibilities
- Maintains a client base by selling minimum level of new Personal Training packages as determined by the facility manager.
- Promotes all facility programs/activities by discussing other department areas that may assist members with a total facility experience. Must keep current with facility calendar – programs, events and activities.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge about exercise, health, and fitness by remaining current with trends in the industry.
- Participates in facility events, activities, and seminars when directed by management.
- Provides excellent customer service and monitors guest feedback through the use of comment cards and other customer care techniques.
- Helps ensure facility is only accessed by actual members and/or guests, and that it is safe and secure at all times.
- Other duties as assigned
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Qualifications
- College degree in physical education or related field preferred
- Certification from a nationally recognized agency such as ACE, AFFA, ASCM, NSCA, and NSPA
- Current first aid, CPR, and other safety certifications when required by the client
- Ability to demonstrate equipment use for exercise training
- Must be able to lift 45-pound weight plates
- Excellent customer service skills and strong work ethic
- Efficient, well organized, and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously
- Professional manner, discretion, and appearance
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Energetic, enthusiastic and motivational
- Strong team player
- Ability to stand for long periods
- Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury
- This position required the ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, walk, and talk
- The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
- Normal work hours: Varied to include nights, weekends, and holidays
This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the above position.
Additional Employment Opportunities
- Visit Jewish Federation of Cincinnati to explore open positions at this and other Jewish agencies.
- Discover additional job listings at the Mayerson JCC related to Fitness, Membership, Reception, and Spa at Arch Amenities Group.