Director Of Junior High School

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Les écoles Azrieli Talmud Torah | Herzliah Schools is seeking a dynamic, student-centered, and values-driven Director of Junior High School to lead our Grades 7–9 division. This role is a unique opportunity to shape a critical stage in students’ development — bridging elementary and high school — while fostering academic excellence, strong identity formation, and a vibrant student life.

The Director will provide instructional leadership, oversee student life and well-being, and cultivate a culture of respect, engagement, and growth for both students and staff.

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Reports to: Head of School

Status: Full Time

Start Date: July 1, 2026

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Key Responsibilities

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Academic Leadership

• Oversee curriculum implementation and ensure alignment with Ministry requirements and school standards
• Support teachers through coaching, supervision, and professional development
• Promote innovative and engaging teaching practices tailored to early adolescents
• Monitor student progress and support differentiated instruction and intervention.
  
  

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Student Life and Well-Being

• Lead the development of a strong, inclusive Junior High culture focused on belonging and identity
• Oversee student discipline, ensuring consistency, fairness, and alignment with school values
• Implement social-emotional learning and wellness initiatives
• Support and supervise student life programming (clubs, events, leadership opportunities)
  
  

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Transition and Pathways

• Develop and oversee transition programming from elementary to junior high and from junior high to high school
• Collaborate closely with high school leadership to ensure continuity and readiness
  
  

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Team Leadership

• Supervise and evaluate faculty and staff within the Junior High division
• Foster a collaborative, professional, and growth-oriented team culture
• Lead regular team meetings and contribute to whole-school leadership initiatives
  
  

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Community Engagement

• Build strong relationships with students, parents, and staff
• Communicate effectively and proactively with families
• Represent the Junior High within the broader school community
  
  

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Operations and Compliance

• Ensure adherence to Ministry regulations and school policies
• Contribute to scheduling, staffing, and resource allocation
• Support implementation of school-wide strategic priorities
  
  

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Qualifications And Experience

• Valid teaching certification (Quebec or equivalent)
• Minimum of 5–7 years of leadership experience
• Deep understanding of early adolescent development
• Strong instructional leadership and coaching skills
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal abilities
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and engaging school environment
• Knowledge of Jewish culture is an asset
• Ability to communicate in English is an asset, to support communication with parents in our English school
  
  

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How to apply: Submit C.V. and supporting documents to uttherz@gmail.com

Deadline for submission: May 15, 2026

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Information About Les Écoles Azrieli Talmud Torah Herzliah

For over 125 years, les écoles Azrieli Talmud Torah | Herzliah Schools proudly serves the Montreal Jewish community through both French and English sectors across our preschool, elementary, and high school divisions. As the largest co-educational Jewish Day School in Montreal, we educate over 700 students from kindergarten through Grade 11.

Our mission is to foster a strong sense of community and belonging, inspire academic excellence, and support the personal growth of every student. We are deeply committed to nurturing Jewish identity while embracing diversity, all within a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment.

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Azrieli Schools Talmud Torah | Herzliah adhere to a voluntary employment equity program. We encourage applications from members of designated groups, including women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and ethnic minorities.

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