Head of School  

Beth Tfiloh School and Beth Tfiloh Congregation, a Modern Orthodox shul, are separate and yet connected organizations, sharing facilities and staff, and are mutually dependent. Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School (“BT and Beth Tfiloh”) is one of a kind: a community school where families at all levels of observance are welcome in an environment rooted in traditional Torah values and Jewish customs. Students and their families feel a deep sense of belonging and acceptance in this warm community. In a time of increasing strife and polarization in the world and throughout schools, BT stands out as a joyful and supportive community committed to learning, curiosity, and academic excellence. BT offers a rigorous dual curriculum from preschool through high school. Under the leadership of the Board of Trustees with invaluable guidance from an outside consulting group, BT recently released their visionary Strategic Plan committed to five goals: 1) Strengthening our community; 2) Supporting our faculty and staff; 3) Enhancing our program; 4) Reimagining our learning environment; and 5) Stewarding our future. Rooted in BT’s mission and values, the Strategic Plan will serve as the guidepost for the next educational leader of BT with substantive measurable short- and long-term outcomes for these ambitious goals. The entire community including faculty, staff, parents, and alumni, participated in the collaborative process, sharing their wisdom and perspective in the creation of the Strategic Plan. BT now seeks a new Head of School (HOS) to lead it into its next generation. The next HOS will lead one of the nation’s premier Jewish day schools. With a strong philanthropic culture and endowment, exceptional faculty and staff, outstanding facilities, and a reputation for excellence in both General and Judaic studies, BT offers an extraordinary career opportunity for an accomplished and dedicated educational leader. Mission: Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School is a warm, supportive, and diverse community rooted in Torah values and Jewish traditions. Our school provides an education marked by academic excellence, joy of learning, respect, and attention to the individual. Our faculty fosters life-long learning and celebrates and supports students in reaching their goals as individuals and as members of the community. We prepare students to become compassionate leaders with integrity and character who are proud, knowledgeable Jews with a deep connection to Israel, its land, and its people. Values: Respect and kindness to others • DERECH ERETZ, Joy • SIMCHA, Respect and dignity for the diversity of each individual • B’TZELEM ELOKIM, Torah and Jewish values • AHAVAT TORAH, Community • KEHILLAH, Commitment to Israel • AHAVAT ERETZ YISRAEL & Jewish pride and identity • ANI YEHUDI. Qualifications: Advanced degree and at least five years of experience in a senior administrative position in an education setting preferred, Proficiency in Judaic studies and Hebrew language, Familiarly with educational pedagogy, curriculum, and child development, Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to develop less-experienced managers through the effective use of mentoring, coaching, and delegating, Passion for and commitment and ability to lead a diverse Jewish community, Ability and excitement to participate actively in the school’s advancement efforts, A commitment to reflect BT’s core values in all aspects of leadership, Ability to build trust and communicate with and inspire stakeholders across the community (i.e., faculty, staff, board, students, families, alumni, donors, shul staff and members), Financial acumen and ability to make data-informed decisions in the context of an educational setting, Previous success navigating an organizational and/or positional transition, A skilled administrator who will bring clarity, consistency, and accountability to the management of people and programs & Strong oral and written communication skills.  Personal Characteristics: A passionate advocate for Jewish education and for the State of Israel, High level of emotional intelligence, Warm, joyful, approachable, and accessible, Openness to new ideas, Genuine appreciation for each student, Comfortable being the face of the school, Open and embracing of all community members, An educational leader who is committed to academic excellence and evidence-based curricular innovation & A sense of humor. The salary for this position aims to be competitive and commensurate with experience. Beth Tfiloh offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance and a matching 403(b) retirement plan. Start date: July 1, 2025. Full-time. DRG is conducting this search on behalf of Beth Tfiloh. Interested candidates should submit, as soon as possible, materials including the following: A cover letter indicating why they are particularly interested in and qualified for the position, A current resume, A statement of leadership philosophy, A second writing sample of your choice (newsletter, article, talk, parent email, etc.), A list of references (references will not be contacted until the finalist stage of the search and only with candidate permission) & Application materials should be uploaded directly on the DRG website (www.drgtalent.com) by visiting the Beth Tfiloh listing. Apply on: https://drgtalent.com/career/head-of-school-beth-tfiloh-dahan-community-school/?rpid=1187316&postid=hzHWjCW4Scc&webapp=1. Contact: Jennifer Fleischer, Senior Talent Consultant, [email protected], Shanna Jadwin, Talent Consultant, [email protected], Sarah Skrovan, Senior Associate, [email protected]. http://www.bethtfiloh.com. 

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