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Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School is a vibrant, pluralistic Pre-K – 8 school in the heart of Washington, DC, serving 475 students on two campuses. As the only Jewish day school in the nation’s capital, MILTON students benefit from the school’s urban location, a talented and dedicated faculty, and a warm and engaged community that contributes to the life of the school and the greater community. At MILTON, students, families, and faculty mirror the diversity of Jewish practice in the community and our warm, inclusive, close-knit community is a hallmark of the school. It is ingrained in our growth-oriented culture to evolve as professionals and as an organization to meet the needs of our families and the greater DC Jewish community.
The Director of Jewish Life will be a creative force to continue moving Jewish life forward at MILTON and will inspire colleagues and students to get involved with transforming and elevating Jewish life. This dedicated and energetic professional will be a core part of MILTON’s culture, ruach, dynamism, and strategy, overseeing and ensuring a spirited avira. In this environment, Hebrew and Jewish life permeates both of our campuses, all events, and our community presence. This is a wonderful opportunity for an up-and-coming or experienced leader with a passion for Jewish education who is driven by relationships, collaboration, and excellence - and who finds joy and energy in working with children and adults alike. Excellent opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
The Director of Jewish Life sets the tone for, organizes, and oversees all experiential and extracurricular Jewish life opportunities for students and families. For example:
The Director of Jewish Life works closely with the Head of School, Campus Principals, Hebrew and Judaic Studies Department Chairs, Specialists, and Parent Association to connect the curriculum to student and family Jewish life experiences.
The ideal candidate will:
Qualifications: