Background
Philadelphia-based Folkshul has offered a secular, humanist Jewish experience to children and youth from pre-school through 12th-grade for over 75 years. With approximately seventy-five families and one hundred students each year, we provide a hub of learning and cultural activity to a vibrant and engaged membership. Folkshul is a parent-run cooperative with an active and engaged volunteer board and small professional staff.
Job Summary
We seek an energetic and personable individual for the position of School Director. The School Director will oversee a staff of ten, including an Assistant Director, Teachers, and B’nai Mitzvah Coordinator. S/he will evaluate the curricula and instructional methods, oversee school administration activities, and be an engaged, collaborative, and visible community leader.
This is a part-time position with an average of 20-hours per week during the school year, including Sunday morning shul and activities (September – May), and 10-hours per week during the summer months (June – August). The School Director will work closely with the executive leadership, Adult Community Coordinator and the Board of Directors to ensure the smooth operation of Shul.
Reports To
The School Director will work closely with Folkshul's Board of Directors, and will also be assisted by an Assistant Director.
Responsibilities
The School Director will evaluate the curricula and instructional methods, oversee school administration activities, and be an engaged, collaborative, and visible community leader. The School Director will work with and oversee the teaching staff, will be responsible for managing student enrollment, working with the board of directors, and overseeing communication with staff and parents.
Qualifications
We seek an experienced leader and educator with the following credentials:
BS/BA required, prefer advanced degree in education, education administration, Jewish education, or related field
5 to 10 years of experience in an instructional leadership role
3 to 5 years as a K-8 classroom teacher, strongly preferred
Interest in, or experience with, the Secular Humanistic Jewish environment
Jewish Education background (not necessarily secular)
Ability to command respect, confidence, and commitment within and outside Folkshul community
Energy, passion, and experience implementing best practices in secular Jewish education
Comfort using computers and all standard office software, including database, social media, and other communication tools
Strong relationship, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Compensation
Salary is commensurate with experience and is competitive with other non-profits for equivalent positions.
How to Apply
Please e-mail a resume and letter of interest, including a brief statement of your educational philosophy and your interest in this position, to: president@folkshul.org. Please use the following subject line for your submission: Director Search | [YOUR LAST NAME]. Applications should be received no later than December 1, 2018. No phone calls, please.
Jewish Children's Folkshul
