Yavneh Academy of Dallas is a co-educational, college-preparatory high school (9-12) offering the highest quality Judaic and General Studies programs to 120 students. Yavneh is open to any academically qualified Jewish student regardless of his or her level of home observance or denominational affiliation. The founders opened Yavneh Academy in 1992 to provide their children with a superior, dynamic, combined Judaic and secular education. Almost two decades later, graduates of Yavneh are distinguished scholars at top universities, colleges, and Yeshivot in Israel.
Yavneh’s mission is to prepare Jewish students for college and university distinction with a lifelong commitment to Torah study and Jewish traditions, the Jewish people, and the state of Israel.
Yavneh Academy is seeking an exceptional educational leader who will work with the Yavneh community to continue the growth and success of the school. Modeling a high level of people skills, the successful candidate will develop effective relationships both within the school and in the wider community. Developing a strategic plan with the Board, while maintaining the Modern Orthodox philosophy of the school will insure the continued culture of inclusivity for students of all denominations of the Jewish faith. For complete information about the position, Head of School - Yavneh Academy.
Qualifications:
Experience/Credentials
-Senior leadership experience (5+ years) in a high school
-Proven ability to lead and operate a school with prudent fiscal practices
-Excellent record of day-to-day management of a school
-Masters or Doctorate degree
-Demonstrated ability to develop and cultivate the appropriate partnership with the school’s Board of Directors and the Managing Director for the advancement of the school and its mission
Personal and Professional Qualities
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-Effective student relationships and commitment to growth of student-led activities
-Genuine affection for and appreciation of teenagers
-Interpersonal warmth and “people skills”
-Consensus-builder to maximize faculty’s satisfaction and enthusiasm
-Inclusive
-Diplomatic
-Caring
-Respectful
-Approachable
Interested candidates should email a resume, cover letter, Leadership Statement and Education Philosophy and reference “Yavneh Academy” in the subject line.
The cover letter should include how you would contribute to the Yavneh community and how you will benefit personally and professionally from the Yavneh community.
Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Search Consultants:
Lee Miller, President, Cal/West Educators Placement
Amy Sloboda, Consultant, Cal/West Educators Placement
www.CalWestEducators.com
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