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[Full-time] Principal, Primary Grades at Vancouver Talmud Torah

2012-02-02 11:48:51

Location: Vancouver, BC, CANADA
URL: http://www.odgersberndtson.ca/en/careers/10212

Description:

Established in 1948, Vancouver Talmud Torah (VTT) is a traditional community Jewish day school offering programs for preschoolers to seventh graders in a dual curriculum learning environment. With faculty and support staff of 90 and nearly 500 students from across the Lower Mainland, VTT is dedicated to excellence in an engaging and a respectful learning environment in which Jewish children can grow to become proud, caring, responsible and dedicated members of the Jewish people and Canadian society.

The school has experienced unprecedented growth in enrolment in response to improvements in its educational offerings, and this, combined with the generosity of donors, has allowed VTT to rise to a level of excellence only dreamed about by its founders. VTT is a growing institution about to embark on a capital campaign for an expanded campus. With the current Principal, Primary Grades relocating outside of BC, the school is seeking a dynamic educator to lead and manage the primary department (kindergarten to grade 3).

Reporting to the Head of School and as a member of the School’s leadership team, the Principal, Primary Grades will be responsible for providing strategic and educational leadership to the Primary School faculty and students. Playing a leadership role in ensuring a positive school climate and enhancing excellence in educational instruction and curriculum will be paramount.

The ideal candidate will be a bright, dynamic educational leader with a strong background in curriculum development, instructional leadership, and faculty supervision. This experience could be gained from an independent or public school environment at an elementary school level. With exceptional interpersonal, communication and team building skills, he/she will be a strategic leader comfortable in being highly visible and engaged in all aspects of school. Applicants not of the Jewish faith will also be considered.

This is an outstanding opportunity to provide leadership to one of Canada’s leading independent Jewish schools with a 75+ year tradition of academic excellence.

To explore this attractive opportunity please contact Lorraine Scrimshaw at 506-388-1848 or Irene Hensel and Craig Hemer at 604-685-0261. To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and related information online at: www.odgersberndtson.ca/en/careers/10212

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[Full-time] HS Judaic Studies Teacher at Donna Klein Jewish Academy

2012-02-01 14:28:47

Location: Boca Raton, FL
URL: http://dkja.org

Description:

Donna Klein Jewish Academy, an independent non-profit school for children grades Jr. K through grade 12, is a Jewish community day school serving families from a broad spectrum of Jewish backgrounds and religious practices. The school was founded in 1979 and lives its mission: To educate our children and the greater DKJA community to be knowledgeable and responsible citizens of the world, committed to Jewish values and lifelong learning.

The candidate should be an experienced and degreed Judaic Studies teacher for High School for 2012-2013 school year. Candidates considered will: have experience teaching in a full time Jewish day school setting; have a broad knowledge of skills in Jewish sacred texts, rabbinic interpretation, modern application, Jewish history, everyday realities of Jewish life in Israel and the Diaspora, personally committed to ongoing study; proficiency in Hebrew language; computer/technology literacy for educational setting; be a good personal time manager, team player, and a leader; a reflective proactive of education, open to growth in classroom skills and curriculum development; be a role model of living Judaism in and out of school; willingness to participate/lead informal educational and extra curricular activities; have an inclusive sense of Klal Yisrael; a strong commitment to Medinat Yisrael, be able to facilitate growth in our students Jewish spiritual expression in whatever form it takes.

Please e-mail cover letter and resume to shafferk@dkja.org or fax to 561-852-6007.

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[Full-time] Director of Jewish New Teacher Project at New Teacher Center, Jewish New Teacher Project

2012-02-01 10:11:59

Location: New York City
URL: http://www.newteachercenter.org/

Description:

BACKGROUND

New York-based Jewish New Teacher Project (JNTP) is a department of the New Teacher Center (NTC), a national non-profit based in Santa Cruz, CA. Founded in 1998, NTC is renowned for its comprehensive, research-based teacher induction and professional development programs for the public school system. Based on NTC’s model, JNTP is dedicated to improving student learning in Jewish day schools and yeshivot by accelerating the effectiveness of beginning teachers. JNTP’s teacher induction model focuses on improving beginning teachers’ classroom practice through high quality, intensive mentoring, which results in reflective practitioners who are responsive to the needs of all students. JNTP’s highly trained mentors use professional teaching standards and a system of formative assessment to guide beginning teachers in developing practical skills in classroom management, lesson planning and pedagogy. JNTP’s program, infrastructure, resource development and day-to-day operations are managed by the JNTP staff, with support from NTC.

THE POSITION

Reporting to the Senior VP of Induction Programs at the New Teacher Center, and working closely with the CEO of the New Teacher Center, the Director is the most senior professional at JNTP. The Director will have primary responsibility for overall leadership and management of the JNTP staff, planning and financial resource development and will serve as the primary face of JNTP in the Jewish community and within the New Teacher Center. The Director will have the opportunity to consider new ways to plan for the growth of JNTP, further strengthen infrastructure and be responsible for programmatic and administrative synergy both within JNTP and between JNTP and NTC. As the public representative of JNTP, the Director will work directly with funders, school administrators and community stakeholders.

For more information on Jewish New Teacher Project, please visit their website at http://www.newteachercenter.org/jntp

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[Full-time] Director of Admissions at Carmel Academy

2012-01-30 09:38:46

Location: Greenwich, CT
URL: http://www.carmelacademy.com

Description:

Carmel Academy, an independent Jewish day school in Greenwich, Connecticut, seeks a Director of Admissions to lead its enrollment management program for grades K through 8. The position will begin 1 July 2012.

The Director of Admissions is responsible for all aspects of the Admissions program. He/she reports to the Head of school and is a member of the Administrative Team, which includes the Head of School, Directors of Development, Marketing and Finance. The next Director of Admissions will be an individual whose exceptional professional, communication, and interpersonal skills will enable him/her to lead an exemplary enrollment management program that ensures the attraction and retention of mission appropriate students and their families to Carmel Academy. The ideal candidate will be a trusted educational and admissions professional, have significant admissions experience as well as a strong understanding of pedagogy and curriculum, a strong Jewish background and a clear understanding of the principles of enrollment management for today’s independent schools. The individual will be a prominent face for the school and will play a strategic role in the advancement of Carmel Academy.

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[Full-time] Business Manager at Addlestone Hebrew Academy

2012-01-25 17:49:39

Location: Charleston, SC
URL: http://www.addlestone.org

Description:

Business Manager position at Addlestone Hebrew Academy available immediately. Send cover letter, resume and contact information for 3 references.

Responsibilities include the following:

• To use standard accounting and bookkeeping procedures to keep an accurate continuous record of the cash and financial position and manage the financial operation of the school in a virtuous cycle
• To prepare a monthly operating statement and reports of income and expenditures
• To prepare the annual budget
• To provide for the securing of a regular audit of the school’s financial records and financial positions.
• To oversee all school purchasing, financial investments, banking activities, payroll and benefits program.
• To maintain appropriate levels of insurance to protect the property and to cover the liability of the school and to ensure the safety of personnel and students in their use of the facilities
• To ensure the effective management of the food-service operation and any other auxiliary enterprises of the school.
• To assist the head of school with decisions regarding salaries and benefits for all personnel and any other decisions needing financial or operation information.
• To provide support and information in any financial, HR or operations area to the leadership of the school and Board of Trustees

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[Full-time] Director of Development at Luria Academy of Brooklyn

2012-01-25 14:03:14

Location: New York City
URL: http://www.luria-academy.org/

Description:

The Director of Development is a member of the school’s administrative team. The Director of Development is responsible for leading the school’s advancement program as adopted by the Board of Directors and reports to the Board. The Director will also be responsible for developing and maintaining active and productive relationships with board members, donors and administration.

Specific areas of responsibility include: – Fundraising – Designs, implements and manages all fundraising activities including annual giving, endowment and capital campaigns, special projects, and other school-related solicitations. – Manages all strategies and activities for donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. – Maintains contact with and develops grant proposals for foundations and corporations. – Develops and implements parent and class-based fundraising programs within the Annual Campaign, – Develops a comprehensive planned-giving program as the need becomes appropriate. – Board of Trustees Relations – Works with the Development Committee of the Board of Directors and the Head of School to develop strategies to initiate and meet aggressive fundraising goals. – Develops fundraising training for Board and other leadership volunteers. – Assumes responsibility for all development reports to the Board and other agencies, and attends all Board meetings. – Assists the Board with recommending and researching potential new members.

- Development Office Infrastructure – Creates and implements office systems to support all Development projects and operations. – Supervises donor and gift record-keeping. – Coordinates development research activities. – Oversees the management of databases and all records, files, and gift processing. – Manages the pledge reminder and acknowledgement programs. The Campaign Plan

- Parent Relations – Works with the Annual Campaign Committee to identify and train a core group of volunteers to assist in the Annual Campaign, special events and other fundraising programs as needed.

- Public Relations, Marketing, and Advertising – Works closely with the Board of Directors sub-committee and the Head of School to develop a public relations plan and an advertising plan. – Works with the Board of Directors sub-committee on all major publications, including the school newsletter, the Annual Report, the school’s website, and working with designers and printers to promote the school’s fund and friend raising goals and activities. – Creates and implements a communication and promotional plan for the Capital Campaign. – Develops and implements strategies to promote “Your School’s” mission to both the internal constituencies of the school and the community at large.

- Qualifications: – A minimum of 6 years professional fundraising experience, preferably in a Jewish environment. – Proven experience in designing and managing development and alumni relations programs. – Experience with developing and maintaining productive working relationships with board members, donors, parents, administrators and faculty. – Excellent verbal and written communication skills. – Ability to work as a leader and as part of a team. – Familiarity with traditional Judaism.

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[Full-time] Director of Early Childhood at Jewish Primary Day School of the Nation's Capital

2012-01-19 09:44:06

Location: Washington, DC
URL: http://www.jpds.org

Description:

JPDS-NC is in search of a full-time Director for its Early Childhood Center, encompassing Pre-K through First Grade, starting in July 2012. The Director (DEC) will report directly to the Head of School and be part of the Senior Leadership Team.

The DEC will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Early Childhood Center, its curriculum, faculty supervision and development, student assessment, and programming. Working closely with the Head of School, the other Academic Directors, the Learning Specialists, and the Guidance Counselor, the DEC will be responsible for the well-being and the academic, social, and emotional development of the students under his/her care. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the DEC will be expected to bring to life the Mission Statement of the School, firmly adhere to its core values and educational philosophy, and help carry out the JPDS-NC Strategic Plan.

The requirements for the position are:

• Proven ability to create and sustain a welcoming, challenging, and nurturing learning environment for young children
• Commitment to the JPDS-NC mission of community day school education
• Excellent communication skills and ability to create and maintain good professional relationships with faculty and families
• Proven ability to work well as part of a team, possess a strong work ethic, and be ready and able to lead by example
• Masters Degree or equivalent in Early Childhood Education or similar field
• At least 3-5 years of experience in a leadership position in an educational setting
• Priority will be given to candidates who have classroom experience in early childhood education, have familiarity with the Reggio Emilia approach, have a background in Jewish Studies or Jewish Education, and/or are conversant in Hebrew language

Please submit resume, letter of interest, and a personal statement of educational philosophy to Naomi Reem, Head of School, at naomi.reem@jpds.org. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

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[Full-time] Director of Support Services at Gann Academy

2012-01-10 14:11:51

Location: Boston, MA
URL: http://www.gannacademy.org

Description:

Gann has an exceptional career opportunity for an experienced educational administrator and special educator to serve as its Director of Support Services. The Director of Support Services is responsible for the vision and strategy for Gann Academy’s educational program in the area of learning support and special education. As the supervisor of the four full-time learning specialists and working closely with other educational administrators, teachers, students and parents, the Director oversees all aspects of the Learning Center and special educational services within the school.

Reports to: Assistant Head for Student Affairs

Direct Reports: All Learning Specialists and Learning Center Staff

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Oversees Direct Support offered at Gann

•Helps to identify which students need additional academic support based upon referrals information from school personnel, parents and/or outside specialists
•Oversees the determination of the types of direct support required including direct intervention strategies from the school’s learning specialists, tutoring personnel, and accommodations or curricular modifications
•Ensures that for each student who is identified as needing academic support, individual learning plans are developed and implemented by teachers and learning specialists
•Advises learning specialists on the creation of learning plans to ensure that effective strategies are in place for each student’s particular needs
•Provides direct services to students as appropriate
•Ensures IEP meetings are attended, when appropriate

2. Manages stakeholder relationships within the community

•Communicates proactively with parents and serves as a point person regarding special needs services
•Serves as a resource for administrators, teachers, and staff regarding any classroom accommodations and/or modifications appropriate for students with goal-focused learning plans
•Serves as a resource for teachers in implementing differentiated instruction in their classrooms
•Collaborates with other members of the student services team (including Deans, Advisors, Psychologist, Nurse) to help ensure that the school meet the needs of the whole child
•Collaborates with feeder schools to understand the student population; develops open and honest communication regarding service of the whole child.
•Works closely with the educational leadership and parents to ensure that any new student who needs additional academic support or special education has a learning team in place with a well defined learning plan

3. Leadership inside and outside the school

•Works closely with educational leaders to develop collaborative education initiatives and professional development opportunities
•Advises the Admissions Office and Head of School on the recruitment and admissions of students with diverse learning needs
•Oversees the preparation and management of the departmental budget, including personnel, resources and professional development.
•Represents the school at Jewish community special education meetings, conferences and strategic discussions
•Facilitates an array of professional development opportunities for learning specialists and other staff to enhance learning opportunities for students with learning needs

QUALIFICATIONS (subject to modification by Head of School or Assistant Head)

•Has knowledge and expertise in the area of special education
•Prior experience working with students with varying disabilities in inclusive settings
•Is able to manage complicated family and school dynamics and can lead others to effectively do the same
•Able to work in a high-paced, dynamic setting that demands prioritization of stakeholder needs and immediate responses to time-sensitive issues
•Works collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors and direct reports Has strong leadership and organizational management skills
•Has outstanding interpersonal skills
•Capable of listening and supporting learning specialists while also holding them accountable for effective support of students and timely communication with teachers, parents and students
•Is reflective about his or her own leadership practice
•Is empathic and a strong listener, able to understand the teachers s/he advises, can balance meeting them where they are and encouraging them to grow and develop
•Utilizes options to solve problems in a way that maximizes learning while considering various stakeholder perspectives within the process of determining solutions
•Has worked collaboratively with colleagues in external educational settings and is a strong team player
•Experience with assistive technologies and using electronic record keeping regarding student progress.

Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume and educational philosophy to Reena Freedman, New Teacher Induction Coordinator, at jobs@gannacademy.org.

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[Full-time] Nadiv Educator- URJ Camp Coleman and The Alfred and Adele Davis Academy, Atlanta, GA at URJ Camp Coleman &The Alfred and Adele Davis Academy

2012-01-06 13:42:12

Location:
Description:

URJ Camp Coleman &The Alfred and Adele Davis Academy Nadiv Educator

JOB DESCRIPTION

URJ Camp Coleman and The Alfred and Adele Davis Academy, Atlanta’s Reform Jewish Day School, are seeking an outstanding candidate consistent with the vision of the “Nadiv: Camp/School” five-year grant program of the Foundation for Jewish Camp, funded by the Avi Chai and Jim Joseph Foundations.

Description

The successful candidate will serve in a full-time, year-round position that spans both the camp and the school. The candidate will serve as URJ Camp Coleman’s Program Director as well as the Experiential Jewish Education Coordinator at The Davis Academy. Beyond serving in discrete educational positions at both camp and school, the Nadiv educator may serve as an important educational link between the two institutions, helping to build educational and communal synergies between them.

Additionally, Nadiv educators will take part in a unique community of practice. Supported by experienced mentors from the field, Nadiv educators will meet both in person and on conference calls to learn together, reflect on their work, and share in best practices.

Ideal Qualifications:

Experience in both formal Jewish education settings (such as day school, religious school and adult learning) and informal settings (such as youth groups, camp, Israel travel programs and retreats).

Advanced degree in Jewish education/learning, such as rabbinic ordination, MAJE, MARE or the equivalent.

Ability to work in partnership with both professional staff and lays leaders to craft educational vision for the respective institutions

Strong administrative and organizational skills

Warm and outgoing personality

Strong interpersonal skills with both professional staff and lay leaders

Ability to integrate formal and informal education models

Experience in program planning and curriculum development

A high degree of Jewish literacy

Conditions of Employment:

To begin full-time by June 1, 2012. Preparation for upcoming summer camp season is vital; availability for consultancy /flexibility for part-time work February-May 2012 preferred

Appropriate salary and benefit package commensurate with experience

Responsibilities – Camp

Off-Season
Partner with camp leadership team and also volunteer clergy, educators to create and implement camp Jewish educational program and assure its integration into daily camp life

Work in partnership with the camp leadership team to craft, develop and implement a vision for the camp’s approach to Jewish living and learning

Recruit and maintain communication with camp’s seasonal education staff and visiting faculty ensuring programmatic goals and general expectations are clear

Partner with camp Leadership Team to assure that our summer staff of counselors, specialists and unit programmers receives the necessary tools to be successful with campers and in creating a warm and caring Reform Jewish camp community. Includes significant involvement in Staff Development programs including our own unique Olim Fellowship, FJC Cornerstone Fellowship, and Summer Shlichim Seminar in Israel usually held in late April/early May

Summer Lead program staff and faculty to implement summer program. Supervise 6-8 unit programmers

Supervise song leaders and specialty areas to assure that Jewish curricular goals are achieved in these areas

Oversee tefillah in camp including preparation, scheduling, training, coordinating, etc.

Provide staff with ongoing Jewish and leadership learning program

Act as a primary resource of Judaic knowledge for the camp community

Responsibilities – School:

During the academic year, the Experiential Jewish Education Coordinator at The Davis Academy will help to conceptualize and achieve the following priorities:

Coordinating and enhancing the celebration of Jewish Holidays

Advancing the study and practice of tefillah, particularly at the Middle School level

Consulting with fellow faculty members to enhance experiential and family education programs

Coordinate with Camp Coleman to create Davis Academy programming that utilizes Coleman facilities and resources including Shabbatonim

Support efforts to strengthen the already vibrant ties between The Davis Academy and synagogues represented in our student body

For Further Information:

Interested candidates should send their resumes to:
nadiv@davisacademy.org

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[Full-time] Assistant Head of School at South Peninsula Hebrew Day School

2012-01-04 11:54:46

Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Description:

Position Description
Assistant Head of School
South Peninsula Hebrew Day School-SPHDS
Sunnyvale, California

Overview
The Assistant Head of School assists the Head of School in the operations and daily management of the school’s academic and co-curricular program for grades K-8. The Assistant Head of School is directly responsible for maintaining the highest quality of methods, materials and staffing in order to assure the intellectual and spiritual growth of a dynamic learning community.

Setting
The South Peninsula Hebrew Day school is a modern, Orthodox, Preschool through Eighth grade institution which unites families from across a diverse Jewish community in their commitment to Torah, Masoret and Tziyonut. Many SPHDS parents work within the Silicon Valley’s high-tech companies, including Yahoo, Google and Apple as well as a range of start-up firms. Parents are well-educated, entrepreneurial, and supportive of innovation. Many families speak Hebrew at home, while others come from a mix of American, French, Iranian and Russian backgrounds. The multi-lingual and multi-cultural aspect of the school is evident in all parts of SPHDS’s life, from the playground (where children mix languages freely in their conversations) to the parking lot (where parents often do the same).

Key duties of the Assistant Head of School include:
• Directly supervise classroom teachers and team leaders across all branches of the school curriculum.
• Leverage existing program strengths to create a coherent, differentiated and well integrated curriculum.
• Plan and implement a long-term program of professional development to assure the use of cutting edge methods and technologies.
• Guide the development of programs and policies to assure the school’s fidelity to its core values as a modern, Orthodox and Zionist institution.
• Maintain effective systems of communications regarding administrative and academic needs.
• Maintain an orderly and effective learning environment.
• Participate, along with the Head of School, in the areas of recruiting, development and community outreach.

Reporting
The Assistant Head of School reports directly to the Head of School and will play a key role within the school’s administrative team. He or she will lead an academic administration team that includes a Lower School Coordinator, Middle School Coordinator, Educational Technology Coordinator and Student Support Team Leader, Hebrew Coordinator and Director of Jewish Studies. A candidate with appropriate qualifications might serve in one of these roles as part of his or her overall job description.

Desired Attributes
The ideal candidate for the Recruiting and Outreach Associate will bring many of the following skills and personal attributes:
• Experience in mentoring staff, directing their work and supporting the acquisition of new skills
• A successful track record of curriculum design, including expertise in curricular integration, differentiation of instruction and understanding by design
• A high level of proficiency in the thoughtful deployment of educational technology
• Fluency in modern, spoken Hebrew
• Expertise in at least two of the following areas: K-8 General studies, Humash, Ivrit, Toshba instruction
• Comfort in working with Jewish families from varying cultural and religious backgrounds as well as sensitivity to the needs that different families bring
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A sustained and ongoing commitment to Jewish learning
• A lived commitment to the values of Torah u’Mada
• A confident leader who can take initiative and set a larger agenda while honoring the contributions of individual members of the working team

Credentials
Appropriate professional training for this position will include a Master’s Degree in educational leadership or S’michah plus an ongoing and documented track record of training in curriculum development and educational administration.

Compensation and Benefits
The Assistant Head of School will receive a competitive package of compensation and benefits including housing and PK-8 tuition allowances, health insurance, pension, relocation allowance and an ongoing professional development budget.

To Apply
Please use our online application portal at www.clipurl.info/SphdsHr to submit your personal information and credentials. You should also submit a resume, cover letter and a two page (maximum) statement of educational philosophy to hr@sphds.org.

Qualified candidates will be asked to submit additional information at the start of the interview process.

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