Student Activities Coordinator+

What We Are Seeking

Student Activities Coordinator for 2026-27 Academic Year. This is a part-time 0.6 FTE, 10-month position. 

There is an opportunity to expand this position beyond Student Activities Coordinator to a full-time role based on the interests, skills, and qualifications of the candidate. A description of these potential areas of role expansion is listed below.

Who We Are

Located 25 miles northwest of downtown Chicago, Rochelle Zell Jewish High School is a private, co-educational high school. Our mission is to create a culture of academic excellence that inspires and prepares our students to think critically, achieve their full potential, and live Judaism as responsible and involved citizens in the modern world.

Rochelle Zell offers a college preparatory program that combines a rigorous general studies education with a comprehensive Jewish studies education. Small classes and individualized instruction help students find their own voice, solve problems creatively, cultivate respect for individual differences, and develop a deep dedication to learning. Rochelle Zell also offers strong athletic and fine arts programs, as well as numerous extracurricular activities and leadership opportunities. These opportunities pave the way for our students to matriculate into some of the best colleges and universities in the country and abroad.

Rochelle Zell opened its doors as Chicagoland Jewish High School (CJHS) in 2001 to 26 students and has continued to grow. Upon receiving a generous endowment from the Zell family, the school was renamed in honor of the Zell family matriarch, Rochelle Zell. Our current enrollment consists of 137 students drawn from over 20 communities in the Chicago area and beyond.

Who We’re Seeking

Rochelle Zell Jewish High School is looking for an energetic, organized, and community-minded educator to lead our vibrant Student Activities program. This role sits at the intersection of school culture, student leadership, and community building. This position is ideal for someone who loves working directly with teenagers and believes deeply in the value of life outside the classroom.

This is a unique opportunity to join a highly professional faculty at a school that offers a robust and rigorous dual curriculum in General and Jewish Studies. The Student Activities Coordinator position has the potential to grow and evolve to support institutional needs and the individual’s strengths. At minimum, qualified candidates must have earned a bachelor’s degree with previous experience in both formal and informal educational settings.

Duties and Responsibilities – Student Activities Coordinator 

The Student Activities Coordinator reports directly to the Director of Jewish Life. The Student Activities Coordinator also works closely with the Director of Admissions & Recruitment, and the Academic Dean. The Student Activities Coordinator is responsible for carrying out the following duties and responsibilities: 

1. Student Leadership and Extracurricular Clubs/Activities 

• Oversee 25+ student clubs end-to-end 

• Advise and support student government (Va’ad HaStudentim) 

• Run Activities Fair and track participation in clubs throughout the year 

• Manage annual club leadership transitions 

• Train and coach student leaders each fall 

• Recruit, engage, and cultivate student club leadership  

• Directly supervise several specific clubs  

2. School Culture and Events 

• Coordinate Spirit Week, Homecoming & Prom 

• Support Jewish holiday programming throughout the year 

• Plan and execute overnight retreats (Shabbatonim) for students  

• Support the planning of longer school trips 

• Manage vendor relationships, logistics, and budgets 

3. Student Support 

• Regular check-ins with new and transfer students 

• Ongoing wellness support for assigned students 

• Coordinate with counselors and administrators 

• Member of the Student Services team, which includes weekly meetings, and supporting students’ social/emotional wellbeing 

• Identify and promote potential student internship opportunities 

 4. Recruitment and Communications 

• Participate in school recruitment and enrollment events 

• Support prospective student shadow days 

• Help manage student ambassador program 

• Contribute to school communications and social media 

Potential Ways to Expand the Role to Full Time 

• Teaching in a General Studies or Jewish Studies content area 

• Teaching an Arts and Electives course 

• Leading a Tefillah elective and/or other involvement in the Tefillah program 

• Student data management support 

• Coaching or other extracurricular activity leader 

Contract Dates

August 10, 2026– June 30, 2027

Compensation

$33,000 - $40,000 for the 0.6 FTE Student Activities Coordinator Role, based on degree and experience.