Middle School Principal

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Academic Leadership & Curriculum Development:

• Oversee curriculum design, implementation, and evaluation to ensure alignment with educational standards and the yeshiva’s mission.
• Support and mentor teachers in instructional best practices, classroom management, and professional growth.
• Promote innovative teaching methods and integrate technology into the classroom to enhance learning.
• Monitor student academic progress and implement strategies for intervention and enrichment.
• Ensure a well-rounded curriculum that supports both Judaic and general studies.
• Create a nurturing and inclusive school environment that supports students’ social, emotional, and spiritual development.
• Address student behavioral concerns with a proactive, growth-oriented approach that aligns with the school’s values.
• Implement programs that support student engagement, leadership, and character development.
• Ensure the safety, discipline, and overall well-being of all students in the division.
• Maintain open, transparent, and proactive communication with parents regarding student progress, school policies, and events.
• Address parent concerns with professionalism, empathy, and a problem-solving mindset.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in educational administration, preferably in a middle school or yeshiva setting.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to inspire and support teachers while maintaining high academic and ethical standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for working with students, parents, faculty, and leadership.
• Deep understanding of adolescent development and best practices in middle school education.
• Commitment to fostering a warm, child-centered, and values-driven school culture.

Compensation: $140,000-$150,000 plus benefits