Lifelong Jewish Learning

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS OF REFORM JUDAISM

Mission:
The mission of the Early Childhood Educators of Reform Judaism is to provide vision, leadership, programmatic support, and resources to Reform Jewish Early Childhood Education Programs. We also aim to establish an effective partnership between the Early Childhood Educators of Reform Judaism, Temple Clergy and Temple Leadership.

"ECE-RJ Rocks the Arts with Ruach!"
SAVE THE DATE for OUR 2009 CONFERENCE in CLEVELAND, OH
Thursday morning, January 15 through Saturday evening January 17, 2009.

Become a Member  
Membership Privileges  

A member in good standing shall be entitled to:

  • Attend ECE-RJ sponsored programs including annual conferences, kallot and study opportunities.
  • Gain access to on-line discussion groups specific toyour position.
  • Eligible to enroll in the Reform Pension Plan (currently open to supervisory personnel)
  • Utilize benefits of the partnership with our sister organization NATE for placement services and retirement planning by taking advantage of their special membership rate for ECE-RJ members.
  • Access all educational resources and networking opportunities.
  • Participate in all official ECE-RJ deliberatons, and vote at the annual plenary meeting.

 

 

Listserve Discussion Groups  

Joining one or all of the four on-line (list-serve) discussion groups is a privilege of membership. Please see the section above entitled, "Become a Member" to submit your membership application.

Our Goals  
  • Advocacy for Jewish Early Childhood Education within the synagogue community.
  • To stimulate communal interest in and responsibility for Jewish Early Childhood Education.
  • Identification and inclusion of families with young children (birth – 6 years) into the synagogue community.
  • Building a bridge between the Early Childhood Center and the Religious School (specifically ages 4 – 7 years).
  • Building a bridge between the Early Childhood Center and the Day School.
  • Insure recognition of the Professional Status for all Early Childhood Staff. (Directors and Teachers).
  • Serve as an informational resource to Professional and volunteer leaders in Jewish Early Childhood Education in areas such as:
  • Educational planning (curriculum, family education and/or staff training)
  • Industry trends (contracts, benefits and/or salaries)
  • Consultation services (business plans, expansion possibilities and/or other professional services)
  • Provide a network of communication and exchange among Jewish Early Childhood Educators.
  • Pursue partnerships with synagogue leaders including Rabbis, Cantors & other Jewish Educators.
Additional Resources  
Articles From Ganeinu  

Articles from Gaineinu:

Membership is a Must
by Laurel Abrams

MEMBERSHIP in Early Childhood Educators of Reform Judaism (2005)
by Norma Cahen, President of ECE-RJ 

Be A Mentor! Program
by Robin Singer

Contact Us  
Elaine Gaidemak RJE,
Executive Administrator
Early Childhood Educators of Reform Judaism
ecerj@comcast.net

Norma S. Cahen, M.S.
President
Early Childhood Educators of Reform Judaism
954-472-8700