Job Description

Genesis is a three-week residential program at Brandeis University for approximately 50 outstanding Jewish high school students from across the world. Students choose from one of two academic courses, taught by Brandeis-affiliated instructors. Courses meet for two hours each morning, Monday-Friday with time for Nesiyot (mini-courses) in the afternoons, and informal programming in the evenings and on Shabbat. Course work leads up to a capstone project. The Genesis Teaching Assistant job is an immersive position defined by student and programmatic support; TAs are responsible for supporting students during all aspects of Genesis courses and programming, and form a network that keeps Genesis running smoothly and successfully. We deeply value a diverse staff to apply.

Job Requirements:

Residential and/or camp counselor experience;

Experience with the Jewish community and strong familiarity with a range of Jewish practice and observance;

Able to engage with young people while recognizing boundaries;

Ability to be flexible, proactive and community-oriented;

Able to take direction well and complete tasks in a timely and organized manner;

Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment, take direction well and manage time effectively;

Applicants should have completed at least two years of undergraduate study by June 2024;

Applicants must have a valid Driver’s license.

Key Responsibilities:

Living in the residence halls and working with the Genesis team to ensure participant physical and emotional well-being;

Creating strong relationships with participants while maintaining appropriate boundaries;

Ensuring that participants are well-supervised and present at all Genesis programs and events, including sitting shmira (on-duty) in the evenings until after lights out;

Supporting the Genesis course instructors, leading small group discussions and assisting students with their coursework;

Driving (we will provide training to drive campus shuttle buses) and chaperoning students on field trips and other off-campus programs;

Helping to build Jewish communal life and supporting educational programming;

Creating and delivering some educational/social evening programming;

Other duties as assigned by the Genesis Director.

Compensation

$2000 plus room and board on the Brandeis campus (suite-style living with other Genesis staff).

Program Dates

Sunday, July 7-Sunday, July 28, 2024

Training Dates

Wednesday, July 3-Saturday, July 6: Staff Orientation in residence at Brandeis.