POSITION DESCRIPTION: HEAD OF SC HOOL AKIBA ACADEMY OF DALLAS
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Position Description:
Head Of School
Akiba Academy
of Dallas
HOSresumes@akibaacademy.org
Akiba Academy of Dallas The Opportunity Akiba Academy of Dallas (www.akibaacademy.org) is seeking an inspired, committed educational leader to serve as the new Head of School starting in early summer 2014. The Head of School will play a key leadership role in continuing to build Akiba as an institution with a strong educational pedagogy; a rigorous curriculum; an unwavering commitment to Torah values; a skilled, dynamic faculty; and a diverse student and parent population. Chief areas of responsibility include: education and curricula strategy, planning and oversight; faculty recruitment, development, and supervision; student recruitment and retention; fundraising; community relations; administrative and fiscal oversight.
Akiba Academy of Dallas Our Philosophy: The Seven Pillars
Mission statement Ahavat Yisrael
Love for and commitment to the land
Akiba Academy provides a superior general and Judaic education to children Pre-School through
and people of Israel, and appreciation for
eighth grade. As a Modern Orthodox school, Akiba develops ethical and responsible members
the Hebrew language through study and
of the Jewish people and American society, knowledgeable about and committed to their Jewish
application.
heritage and the State of Israel.
Al Pi Darko
School History Recognition of each student’s individuality and
educational needs.
Akiba Academy was founded in 1962 with a mission to integrate exemplary general-studies education
with superior Judaic studies focused on Jewish scripture, history and culture. The objective of this Derech Eretz
curriculum is to cultivate children who excel and contribute to America and the world as exemplary Respect for all people in our actions and words.
Jewish citizens.
Kedusha
Jewish children from three months of age through the eighth grade are welcome, regardless of their Understanding and appreciation of God’s
degree of religious observance. The school is a member of the Texas Association of Non-Public presence in the world and the sanctity of our
Schools, the National Society of Hebrew Day Schools, and the Association of Modern Orthodox lives through the study and practice of mitzvot.
Day Schools. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and is a
beneficiary of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas. Akiba’s preschool program is also accredited Tikkun Olam
by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The development of leaders who possess a
strong sense of responsibility to the Jewish
Akiba provides children with a rigorous academic education that helps them develop into responsible, community and society at large.
independent thinkers, and active participants in a democratic society. The curriculum is challenging
and the environment is safe and nurturing. We have a track record of graduates who go on to the Torah L’Shma
best high schools and top tier universities. Many are distinguished leaders in their communities. Our The creation of enthusiastic lifelong learners
unique approach facilitates the emotional, intellectual, and spiritual growth of each child, providing a through a rigorous curriculum that emphasizes
foundation for his or her development into a responsible, intelligent, and moral leader. critical thought, independence, and creativity.
For more information about Akiba Academy, please visit www.akibaacademy.org. Torah U’ Madah
Belief that the acquisition of all knowledge is of
intrinsic value and essential to personal growth.
The candidate’s position Details and responsibilities
Akiba Academy of Dallas
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will have:
1) a track record as an educational leader comfortable with both Judaic and general
studies curriculum;
2) a sophisticated knowledge of educational issues and child development;
3) a deep understanding of and commitment to all aspects of the mission and philosophy
of the school;
4) strong skills and abilities as a leader, faculty mentor, school administrator and
fundraiser; and
5) a solid understanding of best practices in private school education.
The candidate must be able to work successfully with the school’s diverse student, parent and faculty
populations (i.e., diversity of Jewish practices and affiliation, race, socio-economic status, family
composition, etc.), and recognize this diversity as a school strength. The candidate must also embrace
and exemplify the school’s philosophy by living a Modern Orthodox Jewish lifestyle. Critical to success
will be strong planning and decision-making abilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
and a passion for working with children in Grades Pre K-8. The Head of School reports to the President
of the Board of Directors.
Position Details & Key Responsibilities Manage School and Implement Educational Program Curriculum. In partnership with the school’s teaching faculty and administrative academicians, review, revise when appropriate, implement and assess detailed general and Judaic/Hebrew language curricula for grades K-8. It is expected that this process will be on-going, involve appropriate stakeholders, and will consistently meet the school’s high educational standards. Student Assessment. Review, revise when appropriate, implement and improve the methods of student assessment and evaluation in conjunction with the general and Judaic Studies administrators and their faculty. School Schedule. Establish master calendar in consultation with the Board of Directors. Coordinate the opening and closing of the school year. Oversee the creation of the daily academic schedule for all grades. School Policies. Implement school policies as set forth by the Board of Directors and/or Halachic Advisor, including but not limited to kashrut, dress code, admissions policy, coeducational policies. Advise Board on educational implications of such policies. Accreditation Agencies. Oversee ongoing efforts in fulfilling action items from the current accreditation cycle. Coordinate future re-accreditation processes. After-school Programs. Ensure development and coordination of after-school programs and child care, as appropriate. Parent Consultation. Meet with parents as needed. Seek consultation from outside resources as needed. Student Applications. Work with the Director of Admissions to receive and screen applications from prospective students, communicate with prospective families, send letters of acceptance, interview and test prospective students as appropriate. Parent Participation. Work closely with parent volunteers. Set yearly agenda with Parent Association chairs and help support implementation of that agenda.
Position Details & Key Responsibilities Staff Recruitment and Supervision Supervision. Supervise, develop and evaluate the administrative team. Participate in recruiting and hiring for such positions, as needed. Recruitment/Hiring of Teachers and Aides. Recruit, interview and hire qualified teachers and aides in coordination with the educational administrators. Manage staff. Manage the teaching staff in conjunction with the educational administrators. Create continuing education opportunities for teaching staff. Oversight. Meet regularly with teaching and administrative staff to plan and review curricula, develop and achieve program goals and unit objectives, review lesson plans and achieve school’s yearly goals and agenda. General & Financial Administration Budget. Plan and implement the annual budget in coordination with the Board of Directors. Purchasing. In conjunction with the Director of Finance and Administration, approve and arrange for purchase of all necessary supplies and services. Facilities Management. In coordination with the Director of Finance and Administration and the Building Committee of the Board of Directors coordinate, monitor and manage the use of the school campus during school hours and school-sponsored after-school activities and events. Compliance. In conjunction with the Director of Finance and Administration, define and comply with all government regulations concerning the operation of a private school, including but not limited to the Department of Education requirements.
Position Details & Key Responsibilities Fundraising and Community Outreach Fundraising. In conjunction with the Development Coordinator, work closely with the Board of Directors on fundraising. Community Outreach. Regularly interface with community leaders to build knowledge and support for the school. Participate in and, as appropriate, plan and implement adult education and community events in coordination with Parent Association and Board of Directors. Board of Directors Interface Ex officio board member. Serve as ex officio member of the Board of Directors; attend all Board meetings. Reporting. Develop and present Head of School Report at monthly evening Board of Directors meetings. Meet weekly, or as requested, with the President of the Board or his/her designee. Establish a strong working relationship with the President of the Board of Directors. Miscellaneous. Perform other duties as designated by the Board of Directors.
Position Details & Key Responsibilities Qualifications 1. Strong educator. A minimum of 3-5 years of school administration experience with a strong understanding of best practices in Jewish day school education. Able to implement comprehensive and dynamic curriculum in both Judaic and general studies. 2. Strategic leadership/educational vision. A confident leader who can fairly evaluate diverse interests and viewpoints. Has vision and independence of opinion combined with the ability to listen and build support. Regularly exercises good judgment and decision-making and creative solutions, and has an excellent reputation for integrity. 3. Skilled administrator. Able to effectively run and administer the school, overseeing all curriculum, educational programs, hiring, staffing, budgeting, financial oversight, fundraising, outreach, community relations, etc. 4. Excellent mentoring “know-how”. Able to identify, hire, mentor and support excellent teachers. Able to motivate and develop staff within a collaborative team environment, creating a faculty culture that brings out the best in teachers. A skilled delegator who understands how to use staff to the best of their ability. 5. Skilled communicator. Fundraiser and community ambassador. Able to interface successfully with donors, community leaders and foundations to build financial and community support for the school. Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal and presentation skills. Able to connect well with all stakeholders: children, staff, parents, donors, the community. 6. Strong planner. A leader who can stay on target with the long-term strategic plan while addressing day-to-day challenges. Exceptional organizational skills; ability to set priorities and meet deadlines consistently.
Position Details & Key Responsibilities The Highest Standards
Application Process The students of Akiba Academy have it all:
a superior general studies Academic program,
Because we take the Akiba student journey seriously, we are constantly evaluating, crafting
a stellar Judaic program, and an extra-ordinary
and expanding our curriculum to ensure Akiba students remain at the cutting edge of their
faculty committed to the highest standards of
environment and the height of their potential. When it comes to the Akiba experience, we leave curriculum design and instruction. What we do
nothing to chance—including our search for a new Head of School. isn’t only our profession. It’s our passion.
Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter and salary information to the Search
Committee by email to: HOSresumes@akibaacademy.org.Life at Akiba Academy of Dallas
Fostering an Academic environment Accelerated Program in Language Arts and
Mathematics for Middle School
Akiba’s Early Childhood Program is carefully structured to not only provide the best in early
childhood education but also to heighten each child’s sense of empowerment and self-worth. Camp Kulanu – Summer programs for
Everything contributes to that structure: our staff, our facilities, our curriculum, and our teaching Teenoki to Chaverim (16 mths to 4 yrs)
methods. The Akiba Early Childhood Program meets the most rigorous standards in the classroom
Duke TIP program participants
in terms of teacher qualification, teacher/child ratios, safety, and courses of study. Baseline pre-K
skills are taught in reading, Hebrew language, math, and science. In addition to normal classroom Quest Program for academically
activities, children have regular music, art, physical education, and library time, as well as the advanced students in the Lower School
opportunity to participate in afternoon enrichment classes in everything from cooking to ballet.
Cited for excellence by the
We are continually enriching and enhancing the program to stay on the cutting edge of what the US Department of Education
most current research suggests as best practices for early childhood education.
Highly acclaimed curriculum exceeding state
Akiba’s elementary and middle school teachers are among the finest, most with higher degrees, and national standards
each one committed, experienced and caring. And each one subscribing to a holistic philosophy
Small class sizes tailored to students
of education that provides opportunities for students to grow emotionally, socially, and spiritually,
from preschool through eighth grade
as well as academically. Elementary students (grades 1 through 5) are inspired and challenged
by curricula that integrates skill proficiency with conceptual understanding and systematic Full and part-time care options
investigation with logical reasoning. Akiba middle school students (grades 6 through 8) handle
six to eight substantive courses, preparing them for the most rigorous high school curriculum.Students learn in an environment
that reflects the excellence being
achieved in the classroom
8.5 acres of superb design
Our Facilities State-of-the-art facilities designed
by renowned American-Israeli artist
Our Campus David Moss
Akiba Academy is recognized as one of the finest day school campuses in the country.
Seven buildings, comprising 115,000
Constructed from the ground up as an optimal setting for educating children, our state-of-the-
square feet
art facility provides a safe and comfortable learning environment. Our campus is equipped
with comprehensive amenities that support the delivery of a high-quality, world-class education Seven species of landscape plant
complemented by extensive co-curricular programs. Designed to maximize opportunities for our from Israel as well as indigenous
Texas plants
students to excel at all levels, Akiba’s campus plan reflects the same attention to detail as the
school’s challenging curriculum. Cutting-edge preschool design by
Spaces for Children, Torelli and Duret
The $20 million, 115,000 square-foot, seven building SR Campus (shared with Yavneh Academy –
grades 9 to 12) opened in Fall ’05 and includes; environmentally “green” irrigation system, Art studio and on-site sculpture garden
24-hour security, a science lab, art facilities, library, outdoor amphitheatre, two full-service
kitchens, a synagogue, theatrical stage with lighting and sound system, conference areas, campus- Fully-equipped library
wide wireless network, and an Athletic Complex with spectator seating, weight room, playing fields, Outdoor amphitheatre
track, indoor and outdoor basketball courts.
Indoor and outdoor basketball courts
and sports fields
Music lab
Farm and gardensAkiba At a glance Akiba By The Numbers
Post-Akiba Education Students
Students: 386
Akiba has a track record of graduates who go on to the best high schools and top tier universities.
Preschool: 122
Many are distinguished leaders in their communities. Our unique approach facilitates the
Lower School: 205
emotional, intellectual, and spiritual growth of each child, providing a foundation for his or her
Middle School: 59
development into a responsible, intelligent, and moral leader of tomorrow.
2nd Generation Akiba Families: 26
Akiba Academy’s graduates continue to high schools throughout Dallas including:
3rd Generation Akiba Families: 1
Booker T. Washington High School for Visual and Performing Arts
Faculty
Greenhill School
Faculty: 68
Dallas ISD Public Schools Full-time Faculty: 63
Mesorah High School for Girls Part-time Faculty: 3
Plano ISD Public Schools Faculty w/Advance Degrees: 11
Richardson ISD Public Schools Tuition
St. Marks School of Texas Ranges from $4,575 to $17,825
(Tuition Assistance Available)
Texas Torah Institute
The Hockaday School
Yavneh Academy of DallasDallas, Our City, Our Community
Metropolitan Dallas/Forth Worth, Texas is
home to more than 6.4 million people.
Dallas is a city of more than 400 parks,
60 lakes and reservoirs, and a world-class
burgeoning Arts District Downtown. Dallas
Cowboys football, Mavericks basketball,
Rangers baseball, Stars hockey, and
FC Dallas soccer teams round out the
recreational offerings. An average high
temperature of 76 degrees, more shopping
and more restaurants per capita than
any other major U.S. city, more than 175
museums and galleries, and more than
50 professional and community theatres
all contribute to making Dallas one of the
most sought-after cities in which to raise a
family and propel a successful career.
To learn more about life in Dallas, visit
these helpful links: www.visitdallas.com,
www.iliveindallas.com, www.dallasnews.com,
www.destinationdfw.com.
Photo: credit: Matt PasantOur City, our community
Life in Dallas Kosher Restaurants/Grocers: 25
Aderet (Meat)
Median Home Price in Dallas: $185,820
Albertsons Grocers
Dallas Jewish Community has approximately 70,000 Jewish residents
Benny’s Bagels (Dairy)
30 Synagogues
Café Fino (Dairy)
Orthodox: 9 Conservative: 5
Gooey’s Treats Yogurt Shop (Dairy)
Bait Midrash Keren Ohr Congregation Anshai Torah
Jewish Community Center (Meat Kitchen)
Congregation Achdut Israel Congregation Beth Torah
Madras Pavilion (Dairy)
Chabad of Arlington Congregation Nishmat Am
Milk and Honey
Chabad of Dallas - The Shul Congregation Shearith Israel
Jerusalem Market and Grill (Meat)
Chabad Fort Worth / Tarrant County Irving Havurah, a Community
Mon Ami Café (Dairy)
Chabad of Plano / Collin County Congregation
Monster Yogurt (Dairy)
Congregation Ohev Shalom Reform: 9
Adat Chaverim Tom Thumb Grocers/Butcher – 2
Congregation Ohr Hatorah
Congregation Beth El Binah Zinga Frozen Yogurt (Dairy)
Congregation Shaare Tefilla
Congregation Beth Shalom
Congregation Toras Chaim
Congregation Kol Ami
Intown Chabad
Congregation Ner Tamid
Magen David Congregation
Congregation Shir Tikvah
Sephardic Torah Center of Dallas
Temple Beth Emeth
Young Israel of Dallas
Temple Emanu-El
Traditional: 2
Chavurah Zohar Yisrael Temple Shalom
Congregation Tiferet IsraelOur City, our community
Jewish Community-Related Organizations in Dallas Youth Groups:
Bnei Akiva
3 Stars Cinema Dallas Kosher (Vaad Hakashrus of Dallas)
Association for the Advancement of Bris Milah Elderly Communal Housing at Dallas (ECHAD) Bnai Brith Youth Organization
(13 chapters)
he Bikur Cholum Society
T Jewish Community Center (JCC)
& Jewish Hospice Council of the SW Region Dallas Area Federation of Temple Youth (DAFTY)
Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC)
Ohr Hadash Jewish Healing Center National Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY)
Jewish Family Services (JFS)
Bris Milah Board of North Texas United Synagogue Youth (3 chapters)
Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas
Capital Campaign for the 21st Century Kesher Foundation, Inc.
Center for Jewish Education (JFGD) Mikvah Israel
Community Homes for Adults, Inc. (CHAI) Parents of North American Israelis
Dallas Area Torah Association (DATA) Rabbinic Association of Greater Dallas
Dallas Hebrew Free Loan Association Society of Israel Philatelists
Dallas Holocaust Museum / Southwest Jewish Congress
Center for Education and Tolerance
Texas-Israel Chamber of Commerce
Dallas Jewish Committee on Scouting
Texas Jewish Post
Dallas Jewish Community Foundation
Vogel Alcove Childcare Center
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