Bnos Malka Academy, Queens, NY

Cojds; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Middle School Assistant Principal to promote growth and excellence among students and staff. This role involves supporting teachers, overseeing student experiences, and collaborating with parents. Ideal candidates will hold a Master's degree in Education or School Leadership and possess prior teaching and administrative experience. The position will begin in July 2026, offering a unique opportunity to enhance the school's impact on its community.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education or School Leadership required.
• Prior experience in teaching and administration preferred.
• Ability to foster a positive school culture.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in curriculum implementation and classroom management.
• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide feedback.
• Oversee day-to-day student experience and promote a positive culture.

Skills

Passionate about fostering growth for children and staff

Strong background in Limudei Kodesh and Limudei Chol

Self-reflective and a life-long learner

Collaborative and an active listener

Integrity and strong work ethic

Education

Master’s degree in Education or School Leadership

Job description

Bnos MalkaAcademy is seeking an inspiring, knowledgeable, and collaborative educational leader to serve as our Middle School Assistant Principal (Grades 5-8), beginning July 2026.
This role is a meaningful opportunity to enhance an exceptional Middle School in both
Limudei Kodesh and Limudei Chol with existing structures in place. The Middle School staff is driven, growth oriented, and invested in helping every child succeed. Leading this department with professionalism, warmth, and expertise will continue a culture of growth and excellence for staff, students, and the parent body.

Overall our Middle School Assistant Principal:

• Is passionate about fostering growth for children and staff
• ls a role model in speech and action according to the dictates of the Torah
• Has a strong background in both Limudei Kodesh and Limudei Chol
• Has integrity and a strongworkethic
• Is self-reflective, mindful, and a life-long learner
• Takesresponsibilityfor actions and decisions
• Is approachable, collaborative, and an active listener

Key Responsibilities

Instructional leadership

• Support teachers in curriculum implementation, unit planning using Understanding by Design, lesson planning, classroom management using procedure-based classrooms and an understanding of emotional regulation and instructional best practices.
• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide constructive feedback to foster growth and accountability.
• Lead or support professional development sessions for faculty based on growth needs
• Participate in hiring, coaching, and evaluation of faculty as needed.

Student Support

• Oversee the day-to-day student experience, promoting a positive, structured, inspiring and respectful school culture.
• Partner with teachers to address academic, behavioral, social and emotional
  concerns proactively by looking at the whole child and differentiating as needed.
• Collaborate with support staff regarding students who need additional academic or emotional support.
• Develop trusting and meaningful relationships with students to help them along their journey.
• Lead the Middle School focused on proactive procedures that support a respectful
  school culture and student accountability. When needed, assist in developing
  appropriate student-centered consequences to ensure their growth.

School Operations

• Manage scheduling, supervision, procedures, and daily logistics for the entire Middle School in coordination with other departments.
• Support and help develop school-wide and Middle School events, programs, and
  initiatives.
• Communicate regularly with parents, keeping them informed as needed and building trusting relationships to help all children succeed.

Community & Culture

• Uphold and model the values and mission ofBnos MalkaAcademy and the Torah.
• Foster a warm, supportive environment that emphasizes middos,responsibility, and personal growth.
• Build strong, positive relationships with students, school staff, and parents.
• Be an active leader of the administrative team, developing collegial relationships and supporting the vision ofBnos Malka.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Education or School Leadership as well as prior experience in teaching and administration.

For more information or to apply for this position, please contact Rabbi Heshy Glass [e-mail] or 516.368.3333