Brandeis Marin in San Rafael, CA is searching for our next Head of School beginning the 2026-2027 school year. Click on our full Opportunity Statement to read more about this position. To apply, please contact DRG Talent

Anticipated Search Calendar

• Application Deadline: March 31, 2025
• Semifinalist Interviews (on Zoom): April 2025
• Finalist Visits: May 2025
• Starting Date: July 1, 2026

Mission
With an uncompromising commitment to exceptional academics and universal Jewish values, we ignite a passion for learning that propels our students to become caring and engaged global citizens.

Values

• INTEGRITY – OMETZ LEV
  We act honestly and ethically, even when it is difficult.

• KINDNESS – CHESED
  We treat one another with empathy and compassion.

• SERVICE – TIKKUN OLAM
  We embrace our responsibility to serve our communities and to help repair the world.

Core Educational Pillars

• CREATIVE, COLLABORATIVE CURRICULUM: Our innovative and rigorous curriculum integrates experiential learning, applied technology, artistic expression, and enduring values in a Jewish context that inspires students to live with purpose.
• PROJECT-BASED, HANDS-ON LEARNING: Our commitment to project-based learning fosters creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and problem solving in every classroom, providing students with the skills needed to succeed in the 21st century.
• CHILD-CENTERED APPROACH: Our child-centered approach to learning honors the curiosity of each student and creates opportunities for all students to pursue their individual interests. Our caring and committed teachers model high expectations and compassion for each child.
• RICH JEWISH LEARNING MADE MODERN AND RELEVANT: Our Jewish Studies curriculum challenges students to ask good questions, value multiple perspectives, and wrestle with ethical questions while nurturing their spirit to experience moments of awe in life. Our community fosters a sense of connection to the people and land of Israel as a source of spiritual and cultural inspiration.
• WARM AND WELCOMING COMMUNITY: We provide a warm and welcoming place for families to build connections. We enable students to develop their passions, understand themselves as learners, and find their place within our learning community.

Experience and Skills

• Advanced degree and at least ten years of experience in a senior administrative position in an education setting preferred
• Leadership experience building collaborative teams and inspiring engagement in the Jewish community
• Knowledge of the broader San Francisco Bay Area Jewish community and/or excitement to enhance/build relationships
• Passion for community building and ability to systematically increase enrollment while maintaining the school's character and academic standards. Admissions and enrollment management experience a plus
• A student-centered and proven leader who can inspire and empower others, make them feel safe, and hold them accountable; adept at conflict resolution, making difficult decisions and having tough conversations when needed
• Values and understands the diversity of Jewish culture, with the ability to connect across the spectrum
• Strong oral and written communication with experience projecting a clear vision
• Fundraising experience or interest and excitement to learn
• Experience managing budgets and a strong operations skill set to support growth
• Ability to work with and build trust and buy-in across stakeholder groups

Personal Characteristics

• Warm, approachable, and accessible
• Inspiring and knowledgeable, with a great sense of humor
• Collaborative and student-centered
• Honest, transparent, and respectful
• Strong Jewish identity and commitment to Jewish education
• Welcoming and open to non-Jewish faculty and families
• Openness to innovation and change in balance with tradition
• Relationship- and community-builder
• Organized, able to delegate, down to earth, and willing to do any job needed
• Diplomatic and non-judgmental; instills trust in stakeholders
• Commitment to Israel

About Brandeis Marin

Brandeis Marin: A K-8 Jewish Day School in San Rafael, CA Mission: With an uncompromising commitment to exceptional academics and universal Jewish values, we ignite a passion for learning that propels our students to become caring and engaged global citizens.

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