Institute for Curriculum Services

Join the Institute for Curriculum Services & Jewish United Fund of Chicago - JUF to explore how minority communities shaped American democracy—just in time for America’s 250th. Gain primary sources that align with IL Social Science standards, enjoy a free breakfast & lunch, and earn a $150 stipend upon completion!

📍 In-Person
💰 $150 Stipend + Meals Included
📚 Free Instructional Materials

✨ Register today: https://buff.ly/idbKuX3

We're hiring an Editorial Project Manager!

Join the Institute for Curriculum Services (ICS) and help lead project planning, process management, workflow organization, and project delivery for a mission-driven educational organization making a meaningful impact on K-12 education.

Location: Remote, within the contiguous United States

Apply here: https://buff.ly/GekqkLB

✨ Celebrate America’s 250th with a fresh classroom perspective! 🎆

📚 Join ICS for a summer PD event on June 25th at 6:30 PM Eastern as we pull back the curtain on a fascinating historical paradox: How did a nation founded on the vision of liberty initially bar Jewish citizens and religious minorities from the halls of power?

➡️ Register here: https://buff.ly/WJ6qijd

☀️ Summer is almost here and it's not too late to invest in your professional learning!

There are still openings in both of ICS's Summer Institute tracks:

📚 Teaching the History of the Arab-Israeli Conflict Using Primary Sources
📚 Jewish History

Participants who complete the course will earn a certificate of completion and receive a stipend.

Don't miss your chance to join us this summer. Apply now! https://buff.ly/CxsqSkc

As questions about the recent conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran make their way into classrooms, our new 2026 Iran War Resource is here to help educators navigate difficult conversations, answer student questions, and bring current events into social studies and history instruction with confidence.

➡️ Explore the resource on our website: https://buff.ly/mpRaN6O

We’re hiring a Director of Marketing!

Join the Institute for Curriculum Services (ICS) and help lead strategic marketing, storytelling, brand growth, and audience engagement for a mission-driven educational organization making a meaningful impact in K–12 education.

Location: Remote, within the contiguous United States

Apply here: https://buff.ly/X5TlmY3

✡️ ✨ Celebrate JAHM! How does celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month contribute to a deeper understanding of American history and a more inclusive society?

We’ve had a taste... now it’s time for the full celebration! 🥳 Lesson 7 is all about YOU. How are you celebrating JAHM this month? Let us know in the comments!

➡️ Mini-Lesson 7: https://buff.ly/N2Zf1y3

Teaching the Arab-Israeli conflict in today’s digital world is complex. Join the Institute for Curriculum Services and the Or Initiative for a PD focused on navigating social media’s impact while teaching this history through a rigorous, inquiry-based approach.

➡️ Register here: https://buff.ly/rfirHom

🍎 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week from ICS!✏️

Teachers make meaningful learning possible every day. At ICS, we work to support accurate, high-quality education about Jews, Judaism, and Jewish history and we couldn’t do it without you. Thank you for all you do!

✡️ May marks the start of Jewish American Heritage Month!✨ At ICS, we’re proud to share resources that highlight the history, culture, and contributions of Jewish Americans. Explore, learn, and celebrate with us throughout the month.

➡️ Check out our resources here: https://buff.ly/jGagMw0