About Us - Who We Are

Established in New York in 1951, by a small group of prominent educators and pedagogues, the JEA has developed into a dynamic and supportive network of over 450 members from all over North America and Israel. Our colleagues work together to initiate, promote, and maintain standards of excellence in the field of Jewish education. We create and support professional services, innovative programs, and state-of-the-art resources, that enrich not only Jewish educators but all those with whom they work.

The JEA is committed to the ideas and principles of the Conservative Movement and enjoys a warm and cooperative relationship with its partners -- The Jewish Theological Seminary, The University of Judaism, The Rabbinical Assembly, The Cantors Assembly, The North American Association of Synagogue Executives, The United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, The Women's League for Conservative Judaism, and The National Federation of Men's Clubs.

We count among our members some of the most respected and credentialed educators in North America, including heads of Jewish federations, bureaus, and agencies, professors of Jewish Education, headmasters and principals of congregational schools and day schools, educational consultants, camp directors, Jewish family educators, early childhood directors, and youth directors.