Rabbi Careers

Overview

Over the past two years, MJE TLV has been successfully established and grown under the leadership of Rabbi Kevin and Allison Wolf, creating a vibrant platform for Jewish programming, learning, and community for young professionals in Tel Aviv.

With strong participation, a proven model, and ongoing support from MJE New York, MJE TLV is now entering its next phase of growth and expansion.

We are seeking a dynamic husband-and-wife Jewish educator couple to join Rabbi Kevin and Allison Wolf and the existing MJE TLV infrastructure — helping to scale programming, deepen educational impact, and expand the reach of MJE TLV.

This is explicitly designed as a couple leadership role: the husband and wife will co-direct programming and education, co-host Shabbat and holidays, and serve as consistent relational anchors for the community.

The position reports to MJE leadership in New York and works collaboratively with Rabbi Kevin and Allison Wolf as part of the on-the-ground leadership team in Tel Aviv.

Core Focus Areas

I. Community Programming (Building on a Proven Foundation)

The Co-Directors will expand and elevate MJE TLV’s existing programming, adding capacity, consistency, and helping cultivate a Carlebach-style inspirational and educational Shabbat minyan.

Program Vision & Expansion

• Build upon the successful programs and community base established by Rabbi Kevin and Allison Wolf
• Expand the calendar of Shabbatot, holidays, learning series, social events, retreats, and Israel-focused experiences
• Ensure all programming reflects MJE’s brand, tone, and engagement philosophy
Marketing, Recruitment & Growth

• Strengthen recruitment pipelines through WhatsApp, social media, partnerships, and personal outreach
• Personally engage newcomers, regulars, and emerging leaders
• Support pathways from first-time attendance to ongoing community involvement
Operations & Execution

• Oversee event logistics including venues, vendors, food, supplies, and run-of-show
• Manage program budgets in coordination with MJE leadership
• Coordinate volunteers, interns, and part-time support as programming scales
Community Building & Retention

• Foster a warm, inclusive culture that encourages repeat participation
• Follow up with participants to deepen relationships and learning
• Identify and cultivate lay leaders and community connectors
II. Jewish Education & Teaching (Deepening the Educational Core)

The Co-Directors will serve as a central educational and spiritual presence within MJE TLV, complementing and expanding the educational work already underway.

Teaching & Speaking

• Teach engaging Torah classes (Parsha, Jewish thought, holidays, Israel–Jewish identity)
• Speak at Shabbat meals, programs, and community gatherings
• Adapt teaching for a wide range of backgrounds and levels of Jewish knowledge
Educational Content Development

• Create original learning content aligned with MJE’s educational philosophy
• Integrate Jewish meaning into social and experiential programming
• Collaborate with MJE New York and Rabbi Kevin and Allison Wolf on shared curricula and themes
Relationship-Based Education

• Build one-on-one and small-group learning relationships
• Mentor emerging leaders and regular participants
• Serve as trusted Jewish guides and resources for community members
Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong background in Jewish education, teaching, or rabbinic leadership (one or both partners)
• Demonstrated ability to build and run programs independently as a team
• Entrepreneurial, organized, and execution-oriented
• Warm, relational, and comfortable recruiting and engaging new people
• Excellent communicators in both educational and community settings
• Comfortable joining an established team while helping drive growth
• Hebrew and/or familiarity with Israeli culture a plus (not required)
Why This Role Matters

MJE TLV has moved beyond its launch phase. A strong foundation has been built, a real community exists, and demand continues to grow.

This role represents the next chapter — expanding reach, deepening Jewish learning, and building long-term community infrastructure in Tel Aviv for young professionals and olim.

It is an opportunity to join Rabbi Kevin and Allison Wolf and a proven MJE platform while playing a central role in shaping the future of Jewish life and engagement in Israel.