High School Principal

Come join a committed, caring, talented faculty in delivering an exemplary and inspiring general and Jewish education. Together, we ensure a vibrant Jewish future through the growth of confident, compassionate thinkers who engage the world through Jewish values.

The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School in Rockville, MD is seeking candidates to fill the position of High School Principal, beginning July 1, 2027. Reporting to the Head of School, the Principal leads the division’s academic program and community, balancing educational philosophy, program strategy, and curricular traditions while fostering Jewish values in a student-centered environment where adolescents grow, thrive, and prepare for postsecondary opportunities.

The ideal candidate is a mission-aligned, student-centered community builder with a passion for teaching and learning. They are a trusted relationship-builder and a skilled communicator, and they have a record of building strong teams. Strong candidates have experience teaching and/or leading in a high school or postsecondary setting, supervising and supporting educators, and partnering with families, along with an understanding of college counseling and the postsecondary landscape. Prior experience in a Jewish day school or with an integrated curriculum is preferred. Salary range for this role is between $175,000 - $225,000. This position is eligible for benefits, including tuition assistance, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a retirement plan.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and educational leadership for the High School, aligned with the school’s mission and pluralistic Jewish values;
• Support excellent teaching and lead a clear, connected curriculum across secular and Judaic studies;
• Recruit, support, develop, and evaluate faculty, fostering a collaborative professional environment;
• Cultivate an inclusive community that strengthens student belonging, well-being, character, and leadership;
• Ensure students are prepared for college, careers, and other post-graduation pathways;
• Partner with families, admissions, and development to support enrollment and retention;
• Integrate Jewish pride, identity, and love of Israel throughout High School life;
• Contribute to school-wide leadership as a member of the senior leadership team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience teaching and/or leading in a high school or postsecondary school setting.
• Experience retaining, supervising, and supporting educators.
• Experience working collaboratively with families.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to Jewish education.

Work Environment:

• In accordance with the School’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards, the School has adopted a mandatory Vaccination Policy to safeguard the health of our employees and their families and the community at large from infectious diseases such as the flu, which may be reduced by annual vaccinations. This policy complies with all applicable laws and is based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local health authorities, as applicable.

To apply: DRG Consulting is conducting this search on behalf of CESJDS. Please submit a cover letter, résumé, a 1-2 page writing sample, and the names and contact information of five references to Staci Williams Seeley at sseeley@drgconsulting.com, or apply at High School Principal

The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all applicants without unlawful consideration of race, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The School encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.