Associate Rabbi

The Associate Rabbi, under the supervision of the Senior Rabbi, serves as a spiritual leader, educator, and community builder for the congregation. This role includes leading services, teaching adult and youth classes, and representing the synagogue as needed. The Associate Rabbi supports the Senior Rabbi and may serve in their place when required. A central focus of the role is cultivating meaningful relationships with congregants through active outreach, pastoral care, and community engagement. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership, scholarship, and spiritual presence, inspiring congregants to live engaged Jewish lives. A commitment to building a long-term home in Santa Clarita is strongly desired. The Associate Rabbi reports to the Senior Rabbi and collaborates with the President of the Board of Trustees, as appropriate. This part-time position is designed with a pathway to a full-time role, as the congregation plans for a future leadership transition as part of an anticipated succession plan. Requirements: Preparation towards or received ordination from a recognized rabbinical seminary & Demonstrated commitment to Jewish learning, leadership, and pastoral care, Spiritual Leadership & Pastoral Care: Lead worship services and officiate lifecycle events as needed, Provide pastoral counseling to individuals and families with discretion and confidentiality, Foster an inclusive, welcoming, and spiritually engaged community & Uphold high ethical and professional standards in accordance with Reform Judaism, Education: Teach adult education, confirmation, and other congregational classes, Teaching Sunday school and working with Educational Director on B’nai Mitzvah preparation & Support the growth of Jewish learning across all age groups, Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with congregants, staff, and leadership, Engage in outreach to strengthen member connection, retention, and growth & Represent the congregation within the broader community and with partner organizations & Leadership & Administration: Collaborate with clergy and lay leadership to advance congregational goals, Participate in Board meetings and contribute to communications (newsletter, website, media), Assist with fundraising, membership initiatives, and community programming & Develop partnerships with local institutions and the broader Reform movement. Salary: $50,000-$75,000 annually. Part-time. Send resume and cover letter to: [email protected]. http://www.templebethami.org. 

(updated 5/1/26)