Undergraduate Teaching Fellows Program
MCSJE's Undergraduate Teaching Fellows Program offers professional learning to undergraduates who are working in supplemental Jewish education. Working in collaboration with other student fellows, under the mentorship of a master educator, they explore their own Jewish journeys, reflect on their teaching, develop new inquiry skill, and gain insight into their students’ learning.
The UTF program brings together Jewish students from diverse backgrounds with varied levels of observance, and those with day school, supplemental educational and Jewish camp experiences. United by a shared interest in Jewish education and a commitment to supporting Jewish youth, UTF students engage in meaningful learning. The program creates a pluralistic environment in which participants gain a deeper appreciation for the diversity within the Jewish community and recognize the unique perspectives they each bring. They also have the opportunity to learn from one another about the different practices found in various synagogues and communities.
Fellowship Highlights
- Explore educational theory and pedagogy
- Investigate best practices for classroom management
- Share challenges & dilemmas in a safe space
- Learn how to support students with special needs
- Reflect on & hone your unique teaching styles and lesson plans
- Benefit from the mentorship of teacher educators
Participants meet 12 times per year. Each presents a lesson to peers and provides thoughtful feedback to others.
Applications for the 2025-26 fellowship will be available soon. Students interested in learning more about the program can complete our information form to learn more or nominate themselves or another student to participate.
Details coming soon:
Apply for UTF Program at Brandeis
Apply for UTF Program at Brown RISD Hillel
Apply for UTF Program Boston
Are you Director of Education in a part-time Jewish setting who wants to learn more about this program? Please email Robin Kahn for information.
Learn more about the UTF program from past Fellows
“These seminars helped me gain a great amount of perspective because they gave me tips on how to be proactive about situations that might arise in my classroom. I especially enjoyed conversations when they were centered around another teacher’s issues, so that I could take time to reflect on my class.” Leah, '25
UTF in the Media
THE JEWISH EXPERIENCE: MENTORING UNDERGRADUATE Jewish EDUCATORS
More about Robin Kahn and the Undergraduate TEACHING Fellows
