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JECELI is a pluralistic, multi-layered intensive learning institute for early career directors and emerging leaders of Jewish early childhood education programs.
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Directors and leaders of Jewish early childhood programs from all movements can reveal the potential of Jewish life and learning to young children, their families and all associated adults as they work to build meaning in their lives.
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JECELI engages participants in intensive Jewish study, in reflective practice and meaning-making in a social context. In the process, they acquire skills to successfully continue the learning and growth necessary to lead Jewish early childhood program communities now and in the future.
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We accept applications from directors with five years of experience or less and those who aspire to be leaders or directors of Jewish early childhood education programs from any branch of Jewish life. We want to welcome you into the JECELI community.
“The biggest challenge in Jewish life today is identifying and cultivating good leadership…. Tap into your inspiration if you want to lead well.” – Dr. Misha Galperin, Reimagining Leadership in Jewish Organizations
More About JECELI
JECELI engages selected new and aspiring directors in intensive Jewish learning, inquiry and reflective practice, leadership development, and community culture building. Jewish learning provides the foundation for all of the areas that are studied. Participants work on discovering meaning in texts and ritual; understanding leadership and relationships through Jewish perspectives; fostering spiritual development; integrating Israel into the life of the early childhood program; and facilitating the development of identity. JECELI is a collaborative effort between The Jewish Theological Seminary, Hebrew Union College- Jewish Institute of Religion, in consultation with the Bank Street College of Education, with the generous support of the Jim Joseph Foundation. For more information on these institutions, click here.
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