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**The Abraham and Miriam Gannes Jewish Youth Education Program** =TEEN MADRIKHIM TEAM (TMT) PROGRAM = = TORAH LEADER LINK TO READINGS =


 * HOW DO I APPLY? **

1. Complete the 3 JET forms on the Forms page and send to JET@beth-david.org 2. Complete this TMT Application Form: Send all to JET@beth-david.org


 * FAQS IS YOU'RE NOT SURE: **

//** WHAT IS TEEN MADRIKHIM TEAM? **//

In Hebrew, the word “Madrikh” or “Madrikha” means “Leader/Guide” (masculine and feminine forms). Teen Madrikhim (plural form) support our Religious School by serving as teaching assistants in the classroom, Torah tutoring, or working in other school capacities. Our Teen Madrikhim Team (TMT) program offers 8th-12th grade teens the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills, to increase self-confidence, express Jewish values, and learn practical teaching skills by assisting teachers in the classroom. It is also an opportunity for teens to hone their organizational skills, and prepare for other important jobs and internships. In addition, teens will learn how to work and assist students who have special learning needs. Please note that Torah Leader’s Club tutors are a specialized group belonging to the TMT.

//** HOW DO YOU GET TO BE A TEEN MADRIKH/MADRIKHA? **//


 * All teens who are interested in joining the TMT, must apply to the program (see below). Students interested in Torah Leader’s Club should specify their interest in Torah tutoring.
 * All New and Returning Madrikhim are required to also register for the mandatory TMT class offered through our new Teen program: JET.
 * These classes will meet at CBD and provide important training on working in a classroom, teaching students, and even about interpersonal communication. [[file:TMT Training Class Description.pdf]]
 * Torah Leader’s Club training is a specialized part of the TMT training class, and will occur during the same time on specific dates. TLC training is taught by Barbara Biran.

//** DO TEEN MADRKIHIM GET PAID? **// Teens receive community service credit/certificate for all their volunteer hours.

//** WHAT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS OR PROBLEMS DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR? **//

Irene Swedroe, the TMT Coordinator, is always on hand to discuss questions and problems, troubleshoot and provide guidance for Madrikhim. Irene observes Madrikhim in the classroom and is always available by email at JET@beth-david.org.

Torah Leaders can also contact Barbara at.

//** WHAT IF I’M NOT SURE IF I WANT TO OR SHOULD BE A MADRICH(A)? **//

Please contact Irene Swedroe: email: JET@beth-david.org

//** WHAT TMT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE? **//

Classroom Madrikhim:

Classroom Madrikhim are assistants to the teacher throughout Wednesday afternoons and/or Sunday mornings. On Sunday mornings, teens arrive at 9:15, before school starts. On Wednesday afternoons, they are expected to arrive by class time: 4 PM. (Always welcome earlier).

During the JYEP teens actively help with the prep of the day’s activities, projects and lessons in the classroom. In addition, they participate in music, dance, art and t’filah with the students. They can provide one-one attention for students who might need extra help. The classroom Madrikhim are role models for the younger students, who look up to the older teens. Generally, 8th grade Madrikhim are assigned to younger students (Ganon-4th).

Office Madrikh/a: The office Madrikhim help keep the school running during class time. Teens provide help with tasks such as photocopying, tzedakah/attendance collection and tracking, preparing supplies for program, snack setup/cleanup, and supervising/helping with the religious school children during recess. Sometimes an office Madrikh/a may be asked to substitute for an absent classroom Madrikh.

Shadow Buddies: These are teens that are specially selected and guided to work side by side with a student who has learning difficulties.

Torah Leader: These are teens that are specially selected and guided to work side by side with a student who is learning a Torah reading.

Youth Congregation Leader: These are teens that are specially selected and guided to lead Youth Congregation.

High Holiday Youth Service Aides: Erev Rosh Hashanah early service, Rosh Hashanah Day 1: 9:30-11:00 AM (then attend Teen program). 12:30 until after adult service. There will be Adult supervision. Assist during the children’s service, check-in, snack, games.

New This Year: Pajama Shabbat Assistant: PJ Shabbat, held monthly on Friday nights features songs, puppets, felt, story time, plus a kid-friendly Shabbat dinner. Rabbi Ohriner leads this program. Training details will become available after the High Holidays.

//** WHAT ARE THE EXPECTATIONS? **//

Below is a sampling of the roles, responsibilities, and expectations of our Madrikhim:


 * Provide a positive role model for the students, and serve as a student mentor.
 * Arrive and sign in (for accurate credit) at least 10 minutes before class begins. (Torah Leaders should record their tutoring times in an email to Barbara).
 * Attend regularly and on time. You must notify the TMT Coordinator (Irene Swedroe), and the teacher in case of an absence.
 * Classroom aides should review the lesson each week with the teacher either through email or before class. Torah Leaders should review the Torah reading before meeting with the student.
 * Classroom aides assist teachers with the preparation of materials, record keeping, and tzedakah collection.
 * Classroom aides participate with/assist students during special sessions, involve students in the lesson, encourage participation, and help keep individual students on task.
 * Work with students one-to-one or in small groups as directed by the teacher.
 * Accept constructive feedback and work for self-improvement.
 * Evaluate the lesson and student performance with teacher briefly after class. Torah tutors should touch bases with Barbara.