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Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades 6-12. Located in Bryn Mawr, PA (metropolitan Philadelphia), Barrack is the premier Jewish day school in the Delaware Valley, attracting students from Philadelphia and its suburbs, Allentown, southern New Jersey, and Wilmington, Delaware. The school integrates a comprehensive and rigorous college preparatory curriculum with the teaching of essential Jewish and American values and texts. Guided by our four Derech Eretz values of Honor, Moral Courage, Kindness, and Community, Barrack values diversity, celebrates the richness of Judaism's language, culture, and history, and is strongly connected to Israel. Barrack prepares future leaders of the American, Jewish, and global communities who work for a better world through acts of justice and compassion. 

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and caring educator to serve as a full-time middle and high school fine arts teacher and advisor beginning in late August 2025.

Interested candidates must have the ability to collaborate with colleagues, develop student-centered curricula, and foster a growth mindset for each of their students. The successful candidate will develop an inclusive environment where students feel safe to take risks in their learning. In addition, the candidate should seek professional growth through team meetings, professional development opportunities, and collaboration with Barrack colleagues. The successful candidate has a strong work ethic and enjoys teaching middle school and high school students with energy and enthusiasm.

Qualifications include:

• A bachelor’s degree with a strong background in educating middle and/or upper school students grades six through twelve. Master’s degree candidates are preferred.
• Interest in the development of a Fine Arts curriculum that balances skill-building, creativity, and exploration
• Technical art skills and techniques in diverse mediums, not limited to but may include: drawing, painting, sculpting, and printmaking. Experience in ceramics and kiln-use preferred.
• A positive and strong work ethic
• Understanding of foundational principles, such as color theory, composition, perspective, and texture
• Ability to differentiate instruction for students within a heterogeneous classroom setting
• Ability to function as a member of a team with administrators, teachers, students, and parents
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills, with experience in communicating effectively with parents, students, teachers, and staff
• Ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner
• Kindness, patience, and a healthy sense of humor
• Proficiency in the use of classroom technology, including but not limited to: Google Suite, learning management systems, and email management  

Salary is dependent on the highest degree obtained and the number of years of teaching experience. For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter to Kim Kyle, Administrative Assistant, at kkyle@jbha.org.

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades 6-12. Located in Bryn Mawr, PA (metropolitan Philadelphia), Barrack is the premier Jewish day school in the Delaware Valley, attracting students from Philadelphia and its suburbs, Allentown, southern New Jersey, and Wilmington, Delaware. The school integrates a comprehensive and rigorous college preparatory curriculum with the teaching of essential Jewish and American values and texts. Guided by our four Derech Eretz values of Honor, Moral Courage, Kindness, and Community, Barrack values diversity, celebrates the richness of Judaism's language, culture, and history, and is strongly connected to Israel. Barrack prepares future leaders of the American, Jewish and global communities who work for a better world through acts of justice and compassion. 

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is seeking a part-time Athletic Trainer to work with our student-athletes during practices and games. The Athletic Trainer will report directly to the Director of Athletics and will be responsible for evaluating, treating, and preventing athletic injuries. They will work closely with coaches, parents, and medical professionals to ensure the safety and well-being of our student-athletes.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide preventative and rehabilitative care to student-athletes
• Evaluate and treat athletic injuries
• Develop and implement injury prevention programs
• Manage and maintain athletic training equipment and supplies
• Communicate effectively with coaches, parents, and medical professionals
• Keep accurate medical records and document injuries
• Follow all local, state, and national regulations and guidelines for athletic training
• Attend all home practices and games
• Travel with teams for away games as needed (limited)
• Ensure that students have submitted appropriate preseason sports med forms
• Educate student-athletes, coaches, and teams in general wellness and injury prevention
• Serve as athletic administrator on duty when needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited athletic training program
• Valid verification from the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)
• Valid state license to practice as a certified athletic trainer within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
• Valid CPR certification
• Ability to communicate effectively with coaches, parents, and medical professionals
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

2024-25 Dates: Monday, January 27 through Thursday, May 15, 2025

Typical Hours

• Hours are in the 2-7 PM window, Mondays-Thursday.
• All Fridays are off.
• Limited weekends: 2 Saturday nights (basketball); some Sunday morning practices (2 in the winter, up to 10 in the spring).

Jack Barrack Hebrew Academy is a member of the Friends School League (FSL).

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to Bob Dignazio, Athletic Director at bdignazio@jbha.org.

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades 6-12. Located in Bryn Mawr, PA (metropolitan Philadelphia), Barrack is the premier Jewish day school in the Delaware Valley, attracting students from Philadelphia and its suburbs, Allentown, southern New Jersey, and Wilmington, Delaware. The school integrates a comprehensive and rigorous college preparatory curriculum with the teaching of essential Jewish and American values and texts. Guided by our four Derech Eretz values of Honor, Moral Courage, Kindness, and Community, Barrack values diversity, celebrates the richness of Judaism's language, culture, and history, and is strongly connected to Israel. Barrack prepares future leaders of the American, Jewish and global communities who work for a better world through acts of justice and compassion. 

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and caring educator to serve as a full-time Jewish Studies teacher beginning in late August 2025. 

Interested candidates must have the ability to collaborate with colleagues, plan student-centered lessons, and foster a growth mindset for each of their students. The successful candidate will infuse joy and passion into Jewish learning and build an inclusive classroom culture. In addition, the candidate should seek professional growth through team meetings, professional development opportunities, and collaboration with Barrack colleagues. Ideal candidates should have a strong work ethic and enjoy teaching middle school and high school students with energy and enthusiasm. Jewish studies teachers often teach Jewish studies (may include rabbinics, philosophy, Jewish life and culture, etc.) and Tanakh courses as well as lead a Shaharit group Monday-Thursday mornings and serve as a student advisor.

Qualifications include: 

• A bachelor’s degree with a strong background in educating middle and/or upper school students grades six through twelve. Master’s degree or rabbinic ordination candidates are preferred.
• A collaborative spirit and an ability to function as a member of a team with administrators, teachers, students, and parents
• A positive and strong work ethic
• Ability to differentiate instruction
• Interest in developing Jewish studies and Tanakh curricula in partnership with Jewish Studies faculty
• Ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner
• Ability to teach and read Jewish sources utilizing original Hebrew text
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills with experience in effective communication with parents, students, teachers, and staff
• Kindness, patience, and a healthy sense of humor
• Proficiency in the use of classroom technology, including but not limited to: Google Suite, learning management systems, and email management 

Salary is dependent on the highest degree obtained and the number of years of teaching experience. For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter to Rabbi Rachmiel Gurwitz, Jewish Studies Department Chair, at rgurwitz@jbha.org.

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades 6-12. Located in Bryn Mawr, PA (metropolitan Philadelphia), Barrack is the premier Jewish day school in the Delaware Valley, attracting students from Philadelphia and its suburbs, Allentown, southern New Jersey, and Wilmington, Delaware. The school integrates a comprehensive and rigorous college preparatory curriculum with the teaching of essential Jewish and American values and texts. Guided by our four Derech Eretz values of Honor, Moral Courage, Kindness, and Community, Barrack values diversity, celebrates the richness of Judaism's language, culture, and history, and is strongly connected to Israel. Barrack prepares future leaders of the American, Jewish, and global communities who work for a better world through acts of justice and compassion. 

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy, is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and caring educator to serve as a full-time Middle School Core (language arts and social studies) teacher and advisor beginning in late August 2025. The successful candidate is capable of teaching an integrated middle school social studies and language arts course. Interested candidates must have the ability to collaborate with colleagues, develop a student-centered curriculum, foster a growth mindset for their students, and develop an inclusive environment where students feel safe to take risks in their learning, which is a central value for the Barrack academic program. The candidate should seek professional growth and learning through grade meetings, professional development opportunities, and collaboration with Barrack educators. The ideal candidate enjoys middle school students and teaches with energy and enthusiasm. Students and faculty are guided by the four values in our school’s Derech Eretz Honor Code:  Honor/Kavod, Moral Courage/Ometz Lev, Kindness/Hesed, and Community/Kehila.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree with experience and a strong background in educating Middle School students and/or Upper School students 
• Interest in the development of the Core curriculum based on the integration of history and literature
• Ability to differentiate instruction for students within a heterogeneous classroom setting
• Experience with reading and writing instructional techniques
• A strong understanding of appropriate teaching methods for meeting the needs of diverse learners 
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills, with experience in effective communication with parents, students, teachers, and staff
• Kindness, patience, and a healthy sense of humor
• Ability to function as a member of a team with administrators, teachers, students, and parents
• A positive and strong work ethic
• Ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner
• Proficiency in the use of classroom technology, including, but not limited to: Google Suite, learning management systems, and email management

Salary is dependent on the highest degree obtained and the number of years of teaching experience. For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter to Chris Farrell, Core Department Chair (cfarrell@jbha.org).

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades 6-12. Located in Bryn Mawr, PA (metropolitan Philadelphia), Barrack is the premier Jewish day school in the Delaware Valley, attracting students from Philadelphia and its suburbs, Allentown, southern New Jersey, and Wilmington, Delaware. The school integrates a comprehensive and rigorous college preparatory curriculum with the teaching of essential Jewish and American values and texts. Guided by our four Derech Eretz values of Honor, Moral Courage, Kindness, and Community, Barrack values diversity, celebrates the richness of Judaism's language, culture, and history, and is strongly connected to Israel. Barrack prepares future leaders of the American, Jewish, and global communities who work for a better world through acts of justice and compassion. 

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy seeks an experienced, dynamic, and caring educator to serve as a Part-Time Math teacher for 2025-2026. This candidate is capable of teaching a wide range of courses in grades 6 through 12. Interested candidates must have the ability to collaborate with colleagues, develop a student-centered curriculum, and foster a growth mindset for each of their students. Developing an inclusive environment where students feel safe to take risks in their learning is a central value for the Barrack academic program. In addition, the candidate should seek professional growth and learning through team meetings, professional development opportunities, and collaboration with Barrack educators. The ideal candidate teaches with energy and enthusiasm. Students and faculty are guided by the four values in our school’s Derech Eretz Honor Code: Honor/Kavod, Moral Courage/Ometz Lev, Kindness/Hesed, and Community/Kehilla.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree with a strong background in educating Middle School and Upper School students. Master’s degree candidates are preferred.
• Ability to teach Math to students at different levels across a broad curriculum
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to function as a member of a team and to work as a team member, harmoniously and cooperatively, with administrators, teachers, students, and parents
• A positive, strong work ethic
• Ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner
• Technology skills including but not limited to Google Suite, Canvas, and graphing calculators

Salary is dependent on the highest degree obtained and the number of years of teaching experience. For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter to Sarah Strick,  Mathematics Department Chair at sstrick@jbha.org

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades 6-12. Located in Bryn Mawr, PA (metropolitan Philadelphia), Barrack is the premier Jewish day school in the Delaware Valley, attracting students from Philadelphia and its suburbs, Allentown, New Jersey, and Delaware. The school integrates a comprehensive and rigorous college preparatory curriculum with the teaching of essential Jewish and American values and texts. Guided by our four Derech Eretz values of Honor, Moral Courage, Kindness, and Community, Barrack values diversity, celebrates the richness of Judaism's language, culture, and history, and is strongly connected to Israel. Barrack prepares future leaders of the American, Jewish, and global communities who work for a better world through acts of justice and compassion. 

Barrack Hebrew Academy expanded its curriculum and programs in 2023 and is seeking a student-centered, engaging, creative educator to continue to grow the program and teach in the areas of Business and Entrepreneurship. As part of The Barrack Institutes, the candidate will continue to imagine and build the program, in consultation with school leadership, within our overall Upper School offerings.  Courses expose interested students to material and experience within these areas while also providing opportunities for focused-learning and group and individual projects as students matriculate in our school.  Additionally, relevant elective courses will be offered to upper school and middle students. The teacher will also be the club advisor for DECA, a nationwide business program that is already a part of our school. 

The ideal candidate will mentor our students within an environment dedicated to skill-development, problem-solving, critical thinking, collaboration, and teamwork, alongside every student’s personal growth and the development of one’s individual passions within the areas of Business and Entrepreneurship.

In addition to overall leadership of the program and courses, the appropriate candidate equally enjoys working with middle and high school students and teaching and mentoring students of all levels and backgrounds.

The ideal candidate will have a background, experience, and/or educational training in Business/Entrepreneurship/Economics/Education or relevant areas and be able to engage students around a wide variety of topics, which may include the basics or foundational elements of budgeting, marketing, leadership, economics, product development, basic finance, or a range of other areas. The candidate will have a passion for teaching students to think resourcefully, critically, creatively, and ethically. The use of case studies and project-based learning should supplement and bolster all traditional content so that students will feel eager and excited to apply their learning to the “real world.”   

Responsibilities of the role include, but may not be limited to:

• Curriculum design and development of Business and Entrepreneurship courses
• Teach core courses as well as elective courses
• Engage students within the Institute and elective courses as well as via clubs or extracurricular opportunities 
• Create educational opportunities for students through outreach and partnerships in the  community 
• Plan Business and Entrepreneurship related trips and events

Desired skills, experience, and education:

• Degree in Business, Education, History and/or relevant experience in a related area or discipline
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience alongside an understanding of  project-based instruction and experiential education
• Ability to present complicated concepts to diverse audiences within a student-centered environment
• Ability and excitement to connect with and teach students on both the high school and middle school levels

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Rebecca Trajtenberg: rtrajtenberg@jbha.org 

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades 6-12. Located in Bryn Mawr, PA (metropolitan Philadelphia), Barrack is the premier Jewish day school in the Delaware Valley, attracting students from Philadelphia and its suburbs, Allentown, New Jersey, and Delaware. The school integrates a comprehensive and rigorous college preparatory curriculum with the teaching of essential Jewish and American values and texts. Guided by our four Derech Eretz values of Honor, Moral Courage, Kindness, and Community, Barrack values diversity, celebrates the richness of Judaism's language, culture, and history, and is strongly connected to Israel. Barrack prepares future leaders of the American, Jewish, and global communities who work for a better world through acts of justice and compassion. 

We are seeking a full-time, Front Desk Administrative Assistant. This is a high-profile, high-energy position, directly assisting our teachers, administrators, staff, students, and families with a wide variety of needs. 

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a school or a similar fast-paced environment. The candidate will be organized, patient, kind, creative, a fast learner, and tech savvy, ready to master new systems and troubleshoot older systems. Experience working with Google Suite is preferred. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Managing a fast-paced school front desk
• Working with our security team to ensure a safe school environment
• Recording student attendance and issuing late notes; managing early dismissals
• Coordinating some daily bussing and special transportation for school trips
• Managing Swipe Card system
• Sending and sorting mail
• Coordinating school pictures 
• Answering the phones
• Maintaining school supply inventory and ordering supplies as needed
• Maintaining and ordering all supplies for copies and printers; troubleshooting and setting up service calls for this equipment when necessary
• Assisting during school closings and inclement weather
• Helping students as needed

Additional responsibilities may be assigned. 

Desired skills, experience, and education:

• High school diploma; college preferred
• Attention to detail and respect for confidentiality
• Familiarity with Gmail and Google Calendars
• Minimum of 3 years experience working in a school or similar setting
• Comfort working with students, parents, teachers, administrators, and community members
• Kindness, patience, and a sense of humor

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to Debra Nathans, Executive Assistant to the Head of School at dnathans@jbha.org.

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is seeking an energetic and motivated head coach for our Girls Varsity Basketball program in 2025-26. Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades 6-12 that is located in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. This position is responsible for, under the guidance of the Director of Athletics, the leadership of the Girls Varsity Basketball team.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience coaching competitive basketball at the high school, club, prep, or college level
• Prior competitive playing experience preferred
• Ability to motivate and teach student-athletes in a positive environment
• Demonstrated effective coaching skills and knowledge of basketball skill development
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to exemplify the highest standard of leadership, sportsmanship, and respect

Responsibilities include:

• Teach the game of basketball at both the individual and team levels
• Establish a strong and positive team culture that values leadership, responsibility, and respect that aligns with JBHA’s core values
• Help to mentor the upper school and middle school head and assistant coaches
• Assist in the development of the middle school and upper school basketball programs
• Expand the off-season basketball program (camps, training/conditioning, open gym, etc) 
• Identify potential prospective students and assist in engagement, when necessary.
• Drive student-athletes to games in team van if needed
• Effectively communicate and build relationships with players, parents, staff, and administration
• Support the athletic program and student-athletes
• Attend end-of-season sports awards assembly

This is a stipend position

All interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and references to:

Bob Dignazio, Director of Athletics

bdignazio@jbha.org

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status