PROGRAM PARTNERS

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

Teens who have been madrichim (classroom helpers) for three or more years should apply for this fellowship. The program is designed to provide extra support and learning for madrichim in their first few years in the role. 

WHAT DOES THIS FELLOWSHIP INCLUDE?

Learning will center around classroom management and the transition to being a leader. Topics will include:  

  • ages and stages 
  • classroom management strategies 
  • creating inclusive classroom environments 
  • including diverse perspectives and lived experiences in the classroom  
  • lesson writing 
  • social and emotional learning 
  • and more!  

In addition to the ten zoom sessions facilitated by accomplished Association of Reform Jewish Educators members, participants will receive 1:1 coaching to help them reflect on their teaching, create and implement a lesson plan, and reflection on their growth.

DATES

Applications close on September 18 and will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. All applicants will be notified no later than September 24.

The fellowship will meet ten times on zoom, 75 min each session, and will receive three 60-minute group coaching sessions to support their locally-based project. 

Zoom sessions are as follows, all at 8:30-9:45pm ET / 7:30-8:45pm CT / 5:30-6:45pm PT: 

  • September 27  
  • October 4 
  • October 18 
  • November 15 
  • December 6 
  • January 10 
  • February 7 
  • February 21 
  • March 14 
  • April 11 

Coaching sessions will be scheduled in consultation with the participant.

COST

The URJ offers tiered pricing for our events to reduce financial barriers to participation. 

While the actual cost per person to run this program is around $1,000, thanks to generous support from an anonymous donor and the Association of Reform Jewish Educators, we are able to offer a base cost of $500 per person!  

If you are able, please consider registering as a Leader ($750) or a Benefactor ($1,000) to help the URJ achieve our mission of creation a more whole, just, and compassionate world.  

WHEN AND HOW DO I PAY?

You will enter credit card information when you apply, but your card will not be charged until you are accepted.

SCHOLARSHIP

  • Many resources exists to provide financial support for our larger NFTY events, and we do our best to ensure financial constraints are not a significant barrier to our community members. We encourage you to reach out to your Synagogue, Community Center, or Federation that often have resources available.
  • If you have questions about scholarship, are in need of financial assistance beyond what you were able to receive locally, or need help getting connected, you can reach out to nfty@urj.org and we will follow up with you as soon as possible.

WHAT IS A HUB AND WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BEING IN IT?

Thanks to an anonymous donor and JLearn of Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, we are able to host hubs in Atlanta and Chicago. Hub locations will have 3 in person sessions, tentative dates as follows: 

  • October 18 
  • February 21 
  • April 11 

Local cohorts welcome registration from any congregations in their catchment area - including non-URJ congregations. Local cohorts will have the opportunity to meet in person, as well as online – enabling participants to build both local and North American cohorts of peers. Local cohorts will prioritize local coaches to ensure that projects are relevant and aligned to local community needs.  

CANCELLATION POLICY

All cancellations must either be received in writing or completed following the instructions in your confirmation email. In the event you decide to cancel your registration, the following terms apply:

  • Cancellations received prior to acceptance in the program will result in no charge being made to the card on file.
  • Cancellations received after being accepted and prior to the start of the program are subject to a 25% cancellation fee (a 75% refund).
  • Cancellations received after the start of the program are not eligible for refunds.