Middle School General Studies Principal

1. Introduction
   HALB is seeking a thoughtful, collaborative, and student-centered educational leader to serve as our next Middle School General Studies Principal, beginning July 2026. This is a meaningful leadership opportunity to build on an already strong academic program, support a dedicated and mission-driven faculty, and help students grow into confident, independent learners. The ideal candidate will bring both instructional expertise and the relational warmth needed to foster a culture of intellectual curiosity, personal responsibility, and mutual respect.

2. About HALB
   Located in Woodmere, NY, Hebrew Academy of Long Beach (HALB) is a Centrist/Modern Orthodox school community committed to academic excellence, religious growth, and personal character development. The school has been serving the Jewish community for the past 70 years and now has 1700 students between its Lev Chana Early Childhood Center,  Elementary School, Davis Renov Stahler Yeshiva High School for Boys and Stella K. Abraham High School for Girls. The Middle School serves approximately 300 students in grades 6-8, supported by a talented and dedicated General Studies, Judaic Studies and Student Support faculty.

HALB has developed a strong reputation for providing both excellence and balance in General and Judaic studies, ensuring that each student is challenged academically while being nurtured emotionally and spiritually. In keeping with HALB’s mission and tradition, the school seeks to instill within its students a deep love and commitment to Am Yisrael, Torat Yisrael, and Medinat Yisrael.

Our Middle School is known for its warm, supportive, and close-knit environment where relationships are central and every student is seen, valued, and respected for their unique strengths and potential. We take pride in partnering with families to help students grow as thoughtful learners, caring friends, and responsible, resilient young adults.

3. Key Responsibilities for the Middle School General Studies Principal 

The Middle School General Studies Principal reports directly to the Head of School and serves as a core member of the school’s Senior Leadership Team. Responsibilities include:

• Instructional Leadership and Academic Vision
  Lead the articulation and continued advancement of a 21st century, rigorous, engaging General Studies program aligned with the school’s mission and values.
  
  
• Faculty Support, Supervision, and Growth
  Supervise, coach, and evaluate teachers while fostering collaboration, professional reflection, and shared ownership of student learning.
  
  
• Curriculum, Assessment, and Program Development
  Ensure curriculum coherence, alignment across grades, and effective use of assessments to guide instruction and support student growth.
  
  
• Collaborative Leadership Across the Dual Curriculum
  Partner with the Middle School Judaic Studies Principal and Senior Leadership Team to provide students with a cohesive, mission-aligned experience across academic and student life domains.
  
  
• Student Experience, Support, and Development
  Work closely with Guidance, Learning Support, and Student Life departments to meet students’ academic and social-emotional needs. Oversee behavioral matters in ways that are consistent, caring, and values-driven. Support smooth transitions both into the Middle School and from Middle School to high school by helping students develop executive functioning, independence, and healthy peer relationships, and by collaborating proactively with local high school partners (including DRS and SKA) to ensure alignment, preparedness and shared expectations.
  
  
• Community, Communication, and Parent Partnership
  Build strong relationships between students, faculty, and families through presence, clarity, responsiveness, and trust. Serve as a thoughtful, visible, and engaged leader in the school community.
  
  

4. Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be a confident, reflective academic leader who:

• Is a master educator with strong knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Has a proven record of successful leadership in schools
• Leads with clarity, empathy, and emotional intelligence
• Communicates thoughtfully and professionally with students, faculty, and families
• Thrives in a dual-curriculum environment and values meaningful collaboration
• Approaches challenges with flexibility, curiosity, and a growth mindset
• Personally models the warmth, respect, and reflective practice that is the essence of the HALB culture
  
  

5. Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field
• At least five years of leadership experience in schools
• Demonstrated success supervising and supporting teachers
• Teaching experience in the classroom

6. Application Process
Please send a cover letter and resume to Rabbi Adam Englander, Head of School, at [email protected].