Congregational Education Leadership
Jewish Learning Venture helps congregational educators meet and exceed the diverse needs of their families through a number of professional and organizational development services, including:
- Ongoing professional learning opportunities such as workshops, onsite support, and consulting services
- Disability Inclusion Training
- The TAP program for teen aids
- Systemic Change Consultation to re-imagine your model of education.
Jewish Education Professional Development from JLV:
We’re in this year together!
Jewish Learning Venture is pleased to offer Congregational Education Directors and Teachers the opportunity to join a cohort in multi-session, virtual Professional Development that integrates essential social, cultural, and educational best practices with Jewish values and practices.
Cohorts for Education Directors
December through April
1 session per month (daytime)
A minimum of 3 one-on-one consultations with Julia Weekes between sessions
Two tracks for Education Directors:
Click here to apply for the Education Director Cohorts. If you would like more information or to apply for a cohort, please contact Julia Weekes at
jweekes@jewishlearningventure.org.
Cohorts for Teachers
December through March
1 session per month (evening)
A minimum of 2 one-on-one consultations with Julia Weekes between sessions
Two tracks for Teachers:
With our grant from the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, we will be able to offer a $250 stipend for participating teachers.
Click here to apply for the Teacher Cohorts. If you would like more information or to apply for a cohort, please contact Julia Weekes at
jweekes@jewishlearningventure.org.
Early Childhood Education Leadership
In order to make Judaism meaningful and relevant for themselves, families need early childhood centers that provide nurturing Jewish experiences in their children’s earliest years.
- Networking opportunities to connect you to professional development resources in the Greater Jewish and early childhood communities
- Coaching and consultation
- Disability Inclusion Training
- 2 Virtual Coffees per month led by Lisa Litman, Director of Education and Engagement
- Ongoing Professional development webinars for educators
- Google group for community building, questions and support
Please contact Lisa Litman Director, Education and Engagement for more information about how Jewish Learning Venture can help your early childhood center.