faqs
- What does SAJES stand for?
- What is a central agency for Jewish education?
- Do I have to live on Long Island to benefit from SAJES programs and services?
- I have no prior Jewish education. Is there something for me at SAJES?
- I have just moved to the community and I have a 2 year old and a 7 year old. Can SAJES help me find the “right” Jewish schools for them?
- I am a family educator. My students often ask me why they should care about Israel. Can SAJES help me make Israel come alive for them?
- Can SAJES help me find a job as a congregational school teacher?
- Who supports SAJES?
What does SAJES stand for?
SAJES stands for enhancing Jewish lives through excitement and creativity in Jewish learning.
We were founded in 1982 as a grassroots organization in Suffolk County, Long Island seeking to address a specific, local need - a shortage of teachers for its congregational schools. SAJES was originally an acronym for Suffolk Association for Jewish Educational Services. We are now a full-service "central agency for Jewish education," addressing the broad range of challenges facing Jewish learning in the 21st century. The scope of our programs and our service area has extended to Long Island, New York and beyond. SAJES is no longer an acronym; it's our name. You can learn more by clicking About SAJES .
What is a central agency for Jewish education?
A central agency for Jewish education is a valued community resource that provides an array of educational services to Jewish schools, congregations, community centers, organizations and families in their catchment area. You can learn more about the network of central agencies around the country by logging onto JESNA.
Do I have to live on Long Island to benefit from SAJES programs and services?
No. This website is your gateway to program ideas and resources that can be utilized anywhere. SAJES staff members are always available and accessible to provide help and guidance. But, if you are lucky enough to be within easy traveling distance from us we warmly invite you to join us for any and all of our quality and innovative programs.
Click here to download a Word version of SAJES Programs and Services. Click here view a PDF of SAJES Programs and Services.
Click here for directions to SAJES.
I have no prior Jewish education. Is there something for me at SAJES?
There are no prerequisites to come to SAJES. We invite and welcome all. Whether you want to become a Jewish educator, or you are a member of the community of any age, affiliated, unaffiliated or interfaith, or if you represent a school or a synagogue, SAJES has resources for you. We invite you to select a category on the website and learn about all that SAJES offers you.
I have just moved to the community and I have a 2 year old and a 7 year old. Can SAJES help me find the "right" Jewish schools for them?
SAJES has close connections with all of the early childhood and congregational school programs in the area. We can provide you with information about the schools in your area, but the choice of the "right" school is yours. Learn more about the schools and congregations in your community by clicking here.
I am a family educator. My students often ask me why they should care about Israel. Can SAJES help me make Israel come alive for them?
SAJES believes that Israel education and engagement strengthens Jewish identity and attachment to the Jewish people. We can provide you with curricula, workshops and program opportunities that will help you and your school, and move your students to express real passion and concern for Israel. Click here to learn more about SAJES Israel initiatives. (Link to Category V Israel Connections)
Can SAJES help me find a job as a congregational school teacher?
The congregational schools in our community often list job openings with SAJES. We also welcome you explore the exciting professional development opportunities that SAJES has to offer. Contact SAJES for more information.
Who supports SAJES?
SAJES is a not-for-profit organization that is funded through grants and donations. We are proud to be a beneficiary agency of UJA-Federation of NY. Additionally, we are pleased to be a recipient of grants and donations from private, family and community foundations as well as corporate and government support. But individual donations and memberships are key to our continuing growth and success. Learn about the many ways that you can support SAJES.
