Careers
Administration and Faculty
- Full Time Upper School History Teacher for 2025-2026
- Art Teacher for 2025-2026
- (Short Term) Athletic Trainer
Full Time Upper School History Teacher for 2025-2026
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 teach 4 Upper School history classes – beginning August 21, 2025, with additional responsibilities. Interested candidates must have the ability to collaborate with colleagues and teach close reading of secondary and primary sources as well as lead discussion based classes, and foster strong research and analytic writing skills. In addition, the candidate should seek professional growth and learning through team meetings, professional development opportunities, and collaboration with Barrack educators. The candidate must enjoy working with upper school students and teach with energy, enthusiasm, and a strong work ethic. Students, staff, 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/Kehillah.
Qualifications include:
- A bachelor’s degree with a strong background in educating Upper School students; Master’s degree candidates are preferred
- Ability to teach a range of historical time periods and a passion for and experience teaching research and writing skills
- Experience teaching close reading and critical analysis, and leading discussion based classes
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills, with experience in effective communication with parents, students, teachers and staff
- 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
For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter to Rachel Scheinmann, Humanities Department Chair (rscheinmann@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.
Art Teacher for 2025-2026
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.
(Short Term) Athletic Trainer
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.
Athletics
- Boys Varsity Lacrosse Coach (2024-25)
- Girls Varsity Lacrosse Coach (2024-25)
- Cheerleading Coach (Winter 2024-2025)
- Middle School Tennis Coach (Spring 2025)
- Asst. Varsity / Middle School Lacrosse Coaches (Spring 2025)
- Swim Coach (Winter 2024-25)
- Asst. Varsity / Middle School Baseball Coaches (Spring 2025)
- Additional Coaching Positions
Boys Varsity Lacrosse Coach (2024-25)
Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is seeking a head coach for our Boys Varsity Lacrosse program. Located in Bryn Mawr, PA and a member of the Friends School League (FSL), Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades 6-12. This position is responsible for, under the guidance of the Director of Athletics, the leadership of the Boys Varsity Lacrosse program.
Qualifications:
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Prior successful coaching experience
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Knowledge of skill development
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Ability to motivate and teach student-athletes in a positive environment
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Proven ability to exemplify JBHA’s core values of honor, courage, kindness, and community.
Responsibilities:
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Develop and implement training program to facilitate student-athletes reaching their full potential, including a full in-season varsity schedule and limited off-season practice opportunities
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Assist in recruiting and mentoring assistant and middle school coaches
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Assist in identifying potential prospective student-athletes
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Effectively communicate with players, parents, staff, and administration while upholding Barrack’s values of honor, courage, kindness, and community
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Establish a strong and positive team culture that values JBHA’s core values of honor, courage, kindness, and community.
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Attend Friends School League (FSL) preseason and postseason meetings
Schedule:
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Weekday practices are typically Monday-Thursday (3:45-5:45).
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All Fridays and Saturdays are off.
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On-campus, offseason practice opportunities exist in the offseason.
This is a stipend position
All interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 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
Girls Varsity Lacrosse Coach (2024-25)
Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is seeking a head coach for our Girls Varsity Lacrosse program. Located in Bryn Mawr, PA and a member of the Friends School League (FSL), Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades 6-12. This position is responsible for, under the guidance of the Director of Athletics, the leadership of the Girls Varsity Lacrosse program.
Qualifications:
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Prior successful coaching experience
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Knowledge of skill development
-
Ability to motivate and teach student-athletes in a positive environment
-
Proven ability to exemplify JBHA’s core values of honor, courage, kindness, and community.
Responsibilities:
-
Develop and implement training program to facilitate student-athletes reaching their full potential, including a full in-season varsity schedule and limited off-season practice opportunities
-
Assist in recruiting and mentoring assistant and middle school coaches
-
Assist in identifying potential prospective student-athletes
-
Effectively communicate with players, parents, staff, and administration while upholding Barrack’s values of honor, courage, kindness, and community
-
Establish a strong and positive team culture that values JBHA’s core values of honor, courage, kindness, and community.
-
Attend Friends School League (FSL) preseason and postseason meetings
Schedule:
-
Weekday practices are typically Monday-Thursday (3:45-5:45).
-
All Fridays and Saturdays are off.
-
On-campus, offseason practice opportunities exist in the offseason.
This is a stipend position
All interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 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
Cheerleading Coach (Winter 2024-2025)
Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is seeking a coach for our Cheerleading team. Located in Bryn Mawr, Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades 6-12. This position is responsible for, under the guidance of the Director of Athletics, the leadership of the cheerleading team.
Qualifications:
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Prior experience in non-competitive or competitive cheer.
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Knowledge of cheerleading skills, choreography, and safety.
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Ability to motivate and teach student-athletes in a positive environment
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Proven ability to exemplify JBHA’s core values of honor, courage, kindness, and community.
Responsibilities:
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Organize choreography and practice sessions.
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Maintain a safe and healthy practice environment.
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Teach safe cheerleading techniques.
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Communicate effectively to students and faculty-staff colleagues.
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Attend select pep rallies and basketball games, when the team will perform.
Schedule (mid-November-early February; Winter Break off):
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The team has typically practiced a few days per week and has performed at basketball games and sports pep rallies.
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Weekday practices are typically Monday-Thursday (3:45-5:45).
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All Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays are off.
This is a stipend position
All interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 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
Middle School Tennis Coach (Spring 2025)
Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is seeking a middle school tennis coach for the spring season. Located in Bryn Mawr, PA and a member of the Friends Schools League (FSL), Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades 6-12.
Qualifications:
- Prior successful tennis playing or coaching experience
- Knowledge of tennis rules and skill development
- Ability to motivate and teach student-athletes in a positive environment
- Proven ability to exemplify JBHA’s core values of honor, courage, kindness, and community.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in implementing practices to facilitate student-athletes reaching their full potential.
- Effectively communicate with players, parents, staff, and administration while upholding Barrack’s values of honor, courage, kindness, and community
Schedule:
- Practices/matches are 3 days per week after school (3:45-5:30)
- All Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays are off.
These are stipend positions
All interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 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
Asst. Varsity / Middle School Lacrosse Coaches (Spring 2025)
Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is seeking boys and girls lacrosse coaches for the spring season. A variety of positions and time commitments are available. Located in Bryn Mawr, PA and a member of the Friends Schools League (FSL), Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades 6-12.
Qualifications:
- Prior successful lacrosse playing or coaching experience
- Knowledge of lacrosse rules and skill development
- Ability to motivate and teach student-athletes in a positive environment
- Proven ability to exemplify JBHA’s core values of honor, courage, kindness, and community.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in implementing practices to facilitate student-athletes reaching their full potential.
- Effectively communicate with players, parents, staff, and administration while upholding Barrack’s values of honor, courage, kindness, and community
Schedule:
- Weekday practices are typically Monday-Thursday.
- All Fridays and Saturdays are off.
These are stipend positions
All interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 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
Swim Coach (Winter 2024-25)
Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is seeking a varsity asst/middle school swim coach for the winter season. Located in Bryn Mawr, PA and a member of the Friends Schools League (FSL), Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades 6-12.
Qualifications:
- Prior successful swim playing or coaching experience
- Knowledge of swim rules and skill development
- Ability to motivate and teach student-athletes in a positive environment
- Proven ability to exemplify JBHA’s core values of honor, courage, kindness, and community.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in implementing practices to facilitate student-athletes reaching their full potential.
- Effectively communicate with players, parents, staff, and administration while upholding Barrack’s values of honor, courage, kindness, and community
Schedule:
- Practices/meets are 3 days per week after school (4:00-5:30), during Mon-Thurs
These are stipend positions
All interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 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
Asst. Varsity / Middle School Baseball Coaches (Spring 2025)
Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is seeking baseball coaches for the spring season. A variety of positions and time commitments are available. Located in Bryn Mawr, PA and a member of the Friends Schools League (FSL), Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades 6-12.
Qualifications:
- Prior successful baseball playing or coaching experience
- Knowledge of baseball rules and skill development
- Ability to motivate and teach student-athletes in a positive environment
- Proven ability to exemplify JBHA’s core values of honor, courage, kindness, and community.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in implementing practices to facilitate student-athletes reaching their full potential.
- Effectively communicate with players, parents, staff, and administration while upholding Barrack’s values of honor, courage, kindness, and community
Schedule:
- Weekday practices are typically Monday-Thursday. (Middle school teams play 3 days per week.)
- All Fridays and Saturdays are off.
These are stipend positions
All interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 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
Additional Coaching Positions
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.