Jeremy Schaechter

Jeremy, or "Rabbi Jeremy" as he is known to hundreds of teens, has devoted his entire career to strengthening Jewish community. Jeremy leads by example, showing teens how to embrace their Jewish identity and make it their own. 

Throughout his tenure, he has innovated numerous programs for teens including social action trips, leadership programs, peer mentorship programs, and teen-led Shabbat. Post-October 7, Jeremy saw a growing need for supportive programs that cultivate Jewish pride, and expanded his initiatives, opening new Jewish clubs in a number of schools.

"He invests his time not just in programs, but in people offering guidance, support, and genuine care," shared one of Jeremy's mentors. "He opens his home, celebrates milestones with families, and shows up during tough times."

As a talented musician, Jeremy can be found with his guitar at many synagogue and school events, leading musical programs for students. He also speaks on panels and volunteers his time to visit Hebrew language classes in public high schools throughout Chicagoland.

 

AGE:
32

PRIMARY GIG:
Director of North Shore NCSY and JSU, Director of Education at Midwest NCSY, Community Rabbi for Jewish Family Experience, and Director of Midwest TJJ

ON THE SIDE:
I lead services for Shabbat and High Holidays and play guitar and sing.

DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 10 WORDS OR LESS:
Dedicated, genuine, caring, deep, spiritual, creative, fun, thoughtful, musical.

SOMETHING MOST PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME:
When I was a child, I was on two Jewish music albums as a back-up singer.

A JEW WHO INSPIRES YOU:
The incredible teens who I have the privilege of working with and learning from every day!

YOUR BEST PIECE OF ADVICE:
People may forget what you said, people may forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.