Jonathan grew up in Westchester, New York, where synagogue life and Jewish community shaped his early years. He studied Jewish Studies at Emory University, graduating in 2014, and then spent a year in Israel immersing himself in Hebrew and daily life. Upon returning to the U.S., he worked as the Engagement Associate for Hillel at the University of Delaware, where he discovered his passion for helping others build meaningful Jewish connections.

In 2016, Jonathan began rabbinical school at Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion. After a year in Jerusalem, he continued his training on the Cincinnati campus. His final year included serving as a Rabbinic Intern at Wise Temple in Cincinnati, where he led Shabbat morning worship and taught adult education classes, including Theodicy: Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? and The Hidden World of Jewish Craftsmanship, among many others.

Since his ordination in 2022, Jonathan has served as the Assistant Rabbi at Temple Shaari Emeth in Manalapan, NJ. There he leads worship, offers pastoral support, and creates educational opportunities across generations — from toddlers in the Early Learning Center, to middle schoolers as advisor for the Youth of Shaari Emeth Juniors group, to adults in Lifelong Learning programs. Some of his favorite Lifelong Learning classes he's taught include Jewish Extremism: Then and Now (Everyone Has Their Crazies), Reform Responsa, and Chosen for a Purpose: Jewish Identity and the Concept of Chosenness. During his time in New Jersey, Jonathan also met his wife, Rebecca, and they were married in July 2025.
 

Outside of his rabbinic work, Jonathan enjoys going to comedy shows with Rebecca, tackling projects around the house, and spending time with their two orange tabby cats, Esti and Mordy.