Job Description

Pay Range: $25 - $30 / hour

Dates of Camp: Regular Camp session is Monday, June 8, 2026 - Friday, August 7, 2026. Additional work available through Wednesday, August 12, 2026 for Post Camp.

The Place: The Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC) is an exciting and innovative non-profit organization in the heart of Silicon Valley. We create fun, meaningful, inclusive and joyful experiences through educational, social, cultural, spiritual, fitness and wellness programs.

The Job: Are you fluent in Hebrew and love interacting with kids? If so, this might be the role for you! As the Tayasim Unit Leader you will serve as a leader and source of support for your co-counselors. You will be a role model, creating a welcoming and safe environment for campers to grow, learn and lead fun and exciting activities while almost exclusively speaking Hebrew.

The Core Duties:

Supervise an assigned group of campers or rotate among several groups of campers during the camp day to ensure the safety and well-being of each camper
Provide support to co-counselors and work with the J-Camp leadership staff to work through any challenges or issues in camp
Partner with J-Camp leadership, International Staff (shlichim), Tayasim Project Leader and Kaytiz Kef representatives to provide authentic Hebrew Immersion programming
Speak primarily Hebrew to Tayasim campers, throughout the day and in accordance to training
Lead and co-lead a variety of camp value-based camp activities for your camper group, including but not limited to: arts and crafts, sports, stem projects, water play and swimming, classic camp games, and team building
Participate enthusiastically and lead your group in elements of Chavurah (morning song session), L’hitraot (afternoon song session and gratitude), and Shabbat

The Essentials:

Ability to provide guidance and engagement to children, grades kindergarten to sixth grade, in Hebrew.

Previous experience working in Tayasim Hebrew Immersion Camp

At least 18 Years of age + High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

1+ years of experience working with youth in a camp or other recreational setting

Maintain a positive attitude in complex situations after working long hours

Adjust quickly to changes with open mind and flexibility

Recognize and respond to emergency situations

Ability to meaningfully engage with all age levels

Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to communicate information clearly (both written and oral)

Ability to make sound independent judgment and decisions when circumstances arise

Positive, upbeat and enthusiastic about working with children

Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with a diverse group that includes OFJCC staff, parents, children and the public

Certified in CPR for Children and Adults (or ability to obtain certification upon employment)

Current driver’s license and ability to drive a camp vehicle if necessary

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About Oshman Family JCC

The Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC) is a community-supported nonprofit on the Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life which serves the South Peninsula through educational, social, cultural, fitness, sports and other programs. The OFJCC provides a common ground for Jewish institutions, other local groups, organizations and individuals to work, learn and play together for the betterment of the whole community.

The OFJCC's registered trademarks are Live Fully® and Architects of the Jewish Future®. For more information, visit paloaltojcc.org or call (650) 223-8700.

Industry

Healthcare & Social Services

Company Size

51-200 employees

Headquarters

Palo Alto, CA

Year Founded

Unknown

Website

paloaltojcc.org

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