Who we are…
At Farber Hebrew Day School-Yeshivat Akiva, we cultivate a rich learning environment rooted in Modern Orthodox, Zionist principles. Farber is more than a school; we are a close-knit community dedicated to nurturing young minds from Early childhood to 12th Grade. We are committed to delivering a comprehensive education encompassing both Jewish and secular studies, based on Torah values and academic rigor.
What we are looking for…
We are seeking an Orthodox Rabbi for the senior religious leadership position overseeing our institution. This individual will work collaboratively with our administrative team to inspire and promote the strong educational and Judaic values of our school. The visionary Rosh Yeshiva candidate should have YU smicha or equivalent. He must possess the qualifications, personality, and energy to serve as the spiritual leader of the school, responsible for the school’s religious identity and acting as a proactive ambassador to prospective and current school families and our surrounding Jewish community. He will work in partnership with the Dean of Academics, who is responsible for the school’s academic rigor. He will champion and embody the school’s Modern Orthodox values and hashkafa and move the school forward toward its mission. He will be fully committed to the growth and success of our overall community.
Responsibilities include:
•Report directly to the Board of Directors
•Serve as the school’s religious figurehead
•Authority over all halachic issues
•Represent the school’s hashkafa
•Infuse all school activities with Torah, Jewish values, and school spirit
•Coordinate closely with the Dean of Academics
•Work closely with the Director of Recruitment and Enrollment, Development Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Office Manager, and Board President
•Enable Administrators and staff to utilize their strengths and realize their own leadership capacities
•Cultivate teamwork within the school
•Serve as a role model to students
•Communicate regularly with faculty, staff, students, parents, and the broader Jewish community
•Connect meaningfully with school administration, parent body, community members, and other stakeholders
•Engage actively in the growth and sustainability of the school
•Collaborate with other community institutions and their leaders, including local Synagogues and Rabbeim, and other Jewish organizations
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Amy Wasser, Senior Director of Prizmah School services, at amyw@prizmah.org.
Contact Email:amyw@prizmah.org