A new cheder is set to open its doors in Cincinnati IY”H next school year, marking a significant milestone in the rapid expansion of the city’s Anash community.

Following five years of growth at Yeshivas Lubavitch of Cincinnati, the local anash has flourished. Over thirty families now have children under the age of six, the vast majority of whom are either shluchim or working with the yeshiva. The natural next step — a cheder to serve these growing families — is now being realized.

Spearheading the initiative are Mr. Mendel and Esther Rosenberg, who have undertaken full operational and financial responsibility for the cheder’s launch, including teacher salaries and housing for the first two years. They are joined by Rabbi Shmuel Granovetter, who will serve as Menahel Ruchni. Together, the team is positioning the cheder to be grounded in the timeless foundations of Chabad chinuch, with a strong blend of chassidishkeit, warmth, and chayus.

The cheder recently hosted an open house for local families, drawing over thirty potential parents — a clear reflection of the demand within the community.

Attendees heard from the founding team about the proposed curriculum, the chinuch advisory board, and the direction being taken in teaching philosophy. Conversations covered everything from the Yiddish-immersion approach to the daily rhythm of the classroom, with parents engaging deeply on what a true heimishe cheder should look like for their children.

The cheder is rooted in Cincinnati’s growing Young Anash community, which has become known for its warmth, tight-knit feel, and high chassidishe standard. Centered around the rapidly expanding Yeshivas Lubavitch of Cincinnati, the kehilla draws its energy from the unique synergy between the bochurim and the local families settling nearby.

Most members of the community live in Amberley Village, one of Cincinnati’s most distinctive neighborhoods — known for its sprawling green landscapes, character-filled homes, and high quality of life. Families can find homes averaging around $500,000 for 2,000 to 3,000 square feet, offering significant value compared to most established Chabad communities.

Within a safe, two-mile radius, the kehilla boasts six locations with daily minyanim, three kosher restaurants, and two mikvaos. Weekly farbrengens, meal trains, large-scale Lag Ba’Omer parades, and energetic Yomei D’pagrah rallies are part of the regular rhythm. Children walk freely to friends’ homes, and the community continues to grow with each passing year.

The cheder will open next school year with a Kita Aleph and a Kita Beis. Two teachers are being sought, and the Rosenbergs have personally committed to covering teacher salaries and providing housing in Amberley Village for the first two years.

Candidates should have at least two years of proven classroom experience, native-level fluency in Yiddish, and a warm, energetic, chassidishe approach to chinuch.

For more information or to apply, visit CincinnatiCheder.com/TeacherApply.