Young Families
Join Us for Our Young Families Programs!
Welcome! Young Families of Alexandria and Arlington offers a place where families raising Jewish children can meet one another, celebrate together, and build community.
In addition to Shabbat and holiday programming, we offer many other opportunities for families to “do something Jewish” with friends and neighbors. Some of these events are organized by Agudas Achim and others by volunteers. All families are welcome, regardless of synagogue membership or affiliation.
Check back often for information about upcoming events and helpful resources. You can also follow us on Facebook or Instagram or sign up to receive emails from Agudas Achim Young Families.
Interested in meeting Young Families who live in your neighborhood?
Fill out this Google form and we’ll put you in touch with other families in your zip code. We hope to see you soon!
High Holidays with Young Families
We offer free Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and Sukkot experiences for young children with a parent. You must pre-register for these services.
Registration for High Holiday Tent Service
Registration for High Holiday Babysitting
Tot Shabbat Services 26-27- 11:00 am
Celebrate Shabbat with your littles in a setting appropriate for them!
Services are held at Agudas Achim in Alexandria, VA and begin at 11:00.
They are geared towards children ages 0-5 in attendance with an adult.
- Sept 5
- Sept 19
- Oct 3
- Oct 17
- Oct 24
- Oct 31
- Nov 7
- Nov 14
- Nov 21
- Dec 5
- Dec 12
- Dec 19
- Jan 2
- Jan 9
- Jan 23
- Jan 30
- Feb 6
- Feb 20
- Feb 27
- Mar 6
- Mar 13
- Mar 20
- Mar 27
- Apr 3
- Apr 10
- Apr 17
- May 1
- May 8
- May 15
- May 22
- June 5
Family Fun & Programs for Parents
Sing-a-Long with Hazzan Dienstfrey
Once a month, join Hazzan Dienstfrey at Fairlington Park by the exercise equipment for a fun, 30-minute singalong! Families with children birth to age five are invited to join Hazzan Diesntfrey at Fairlington park for a music-filled Sunday morning. It’s a great way to introduce children to Judaism through song and a chance to connect with other families from the community.
Sundays @ 11:00 am – New dates coming soon!
Seeking Preschool Teachers for 26-26 School Year
Agudas Achim Preschool is a vibrant early childhood education center dedicated to
nurturing children ages 22 months to 5 years. Our welcoming and inclusive
program is in Alexandria, VA. We offer a supportive environment where young
learners can explore, grow, and develop essential skills for their future.
Seeking an energetic, lifelong learner and dedicated preschool teacher to join our
team. Work part-time from 8:45-1:15 or full-time from 8:00-4:00 or 9:00-5:00. (We
also always eagerly add to our roster of substitute teachers.) In this role, you will
model effective communication, persistence, flexibility, independence, and
collaboration. Along with your co-teacher, you will foster learning opportunities
and support the social, emotional, and cognitive development of young children.
Your enthusiasm and interest will inspire children to explore and discover while
ensuring a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for every child.
Responsibilities:
• Encourage children’s growth and exploration using play-based emergent
curriculum.
• Promote literacy, math, motor development, social-emotional learning,
executive functioning skills, and engagement with Jewish holidays,
traditions, and values.
• Differentiate materials, environment, and instruction to meet developmental
needs.
• Communicate verbally/in writing about each child’s progress, needs, and
milestones.
• Ensure compliance with mandated reporting laws and child welfare
standards.
• Maintain a safe environment by adhering to all health and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with peers to enhance program and support early intervention
efforts
• Prior paid or volunteer experience with preschool aged children is required.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with parents, colleagues, and all
children in a professional and respectful manner.
• CDA or degree in early childhood or education preferred. Must be willing to
work towards CDA if you don’t have it.
• Knowledge of child development and best practices in early childhood
education.
• Prefer candidate with experience in emergent curricula and incorporating
literacy, math, movement, and social-emotional learning.
• Familiarity with varied abilities and early intervention strategies is highly
desirable.
• Awareness of Jewish holidays and traditions helpful.
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• Employee discount for preschool
• Paid sick leave
License/Certification:
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
