Location: de Toledo High School, West Hills, CAPosition Type: Full-Time, Effective August 2026de Toledo High School seeks a visionary and dynamic Hebrew Department Chair to lead the Hebrew language program. The Chair will ensure instructional excellence, mentor faculty, and advance a student-centered, proficiency-based curriculum aligned with ACTFL standards. This role combines classroom teaching with departmental leadership and collaboration with school administration.Key Responsibilities:- Teach up to four Hebrew classes across all proficiency levels.- Provide instructional leadership for the Hebrew Department, including curriculum development, scope and sequence alignment, and implementation of ACTFL standards.- Plan and lead regular department meetings to foster collaboration, instructional coherence, and professional growth.- Conduct classroom observations, provide feedback, and support teacher development and evaluation.- Evaluate and place incoming students in appropriate Hebrew proficiency levels.- Collaborate with school leadership on academic planning, scheduling, and program development.- Promote best practices in language acquisition, differentiation, and student-centered instruction.- Communicate effectively with students, families, faculty, and administration.- Integrate appropriate educational technology to enhance teaching and learning.Qualifications & Requirements:- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required; Master’s preferred.- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience in a Jewish Day School or similar environment (High School/Middle School level).- Language Proficiency: Native Hebrew speaker with exceptional command of written and spoken Hebrew.- Pedagogical Expertise: Thorough familiarity with ACTFL standards, proficiency-based grading, and language acquisition theories.- Tech Savvy: Proficient with 21st-century classroom technology and digital learning platforms.- Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with administration, parents, and the broader school community.- Must be authorized to work in the United States.Salary Range: $85,000–$100,000 DOE.Qualified candidates regardless of faith are encouraged to email a cover letter and resume to careers@dths.org.