Full-Time

Preschool Program Supervisor

Oshman Family JCC

Oshman Family JCC

51-200 employees

Nonprofit community center for Jewish life

Compensation Overview

$75k - $80k/yr

Palo Alto, CA, USA

In Person

Bachelor's, Master's

Category
Training
Required Skills
Microsoft Office
CPR

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Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field is required.
  • A Master Teacher Permit, Site Supervisor Permit, or ability to obtain the appropriate permit under California licensing regulations is required.
  • At least five years of preschool teaching experience, including curriculum leadership, mentoring, or staff supervision, is required.
  • Strong leadership, coaching, interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills are required.
  • Knowledge of Reggio Emilia-inspired education, emergent curriculum, child development, and preschool best practices is required.
  • Fluency in Hebrew, speaking and writing, is required.
  • A cleared background check, including fingerprints, Child Abuse Index Check, and medical/TB examination, is required.
  • Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification are required.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 2010 is required.
  • The ability to manage a large workload, solve problems, and work under pressure and time constraints is required.
  • The ability to work nights and weekends as needed is required.
Responsibilities
  • Supervise four to five classrooms, including the Ulpanon and Gesher classrooms.
  • Lead and facilitate team meetings focused on curriculum planning, documentation processes, and problem-solving childcare situations.
  • Ensure team meetings are reflective and promote collaboration.
  • Supervise, coach, observe, and evaluate teachers through regular classroom observations, ongoing feedback, and continuing professional-growth training.
  • Provide guidance and solutions when teachers face challenging educational situations.
  • Create, design, lead, and facilitate workshops and training opportunities focused on program goals and preschool best practices.
  • Provide classroom coverage when necessary because of staffing and ratio requirements.
Desired Qualifications
  • A master's degree is preferred.
  • Experience with Hebrew-language immersion education is strongly preferred.
  • A Jewish studies background or demonstrated knowledge of Jewish traditions, values, holidays, and Israeli culture is preferred.
  • Knowledge of Transitional Kindergarten standards and kindergarten-readiness practices is preferred.

The Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC) is a nonprofit community hub that serves the South Peninsula by offering a wide range of programs and services, including education, social events, culture, fitness, and sports. It provides space and coordination for Jewish institutions, local groups, and individuals to come together for learning, collaboration, and community building. The center operates through its Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life, running activities and programs that people participate in directly on-site or through partnerships. Its two trademarks, Live Fully® and Architects of the Jewish Future®, emphasize a commitment to active, engaged Jewish life. Compared with other community centers, OFJCC differentiates itself by its focus on linking Jewish organizations and the broader community to enhance the collective well-being. The main goal is to strengthen the local Jewish community and promote education, connection, and shared experiences across diverse groups.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Palo Alto, California

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What believers are saying

  • July 2026 named Sarah Tinsley chief human resources officer, signaling operational investment.
  • Active.com listed 2026 JCC Maccabi Games Team Peninsula events through August 7, 2026.
  • The Annual 2026 benefit and June programming show durable donor and member engagement.

What critics are saying

  • June 30, 2026, Maccabi Sports Camp moved to Colorado, weakening a signature Bay Area brand.
  • July 2026 CHRO hiring signals churn after recent executive promotions and restructuring.
  • If camp, preschool, and fitness traffic softens, OFJCC loses the revenue engine funding mission work.

What makes Oshman Family JCC unique

  • Palo Alto's OFJCC combines fitness, preschool, camps, culture, and Jewish community programs.
  • Its partnership with Moldaw Residences embeds daily wellness into affluent senior housing.
  • The 2026 leadership bench added Deputy CEO Sally Flinchbaugh and CPO Luba Palant.

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Moldaw Residence
Mar 31st, 2026
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