Gonen Arad

Temple Director of Congregational Learning and Engagement

Gonen Arad (garad@thetemplejax.org) serves as the Temple Director of Congregational Learning and Engagement, formerly referred to as Director of Religious School. In this role, Gonen is responsible for envisioning and driving youth and adult education, youth and adult programming, and membership recruitment and engagement. Gonen received his Masters in Education from Hebrew Union College and has served as a lead educator and administrator of Jewish education for many years, most recently at Beth Rishon in Wyckoff, NJ. Gonen is excited to bring his passion, knowledge and experience to our community.