About the job
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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.
Reports to: Head of School
Status: Full Time
Start Date: July 1, 2026
Key Responsibilities
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.
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)
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
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
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
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
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
How to apply: Submit C.V. and supporting documents to uttherz@gmail.com
Deadline for submission: May 15, 2026
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.
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.
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Published Date
May 6, 2026
