Head of Lower School
Please download the opportunity statement, which contains information about Hausner and the position, as well as required application materials to prepare in advance. All applications must be submitted online. Please review the How to Apply section below for further application instructions.
SUMMARY
Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School, located in Palo Alto, California, is a thriving TK-8 independent school dedicated to academic excellence, Jewish living, and community responsibility. With a current enrollment of approximately 315 students, Hausner provides a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that nurtures intellectual curiosity, creativity, and ethical growth. The school’s innovative curriculum integrates project-based learning, social-emotional learning (SEL), and Jewish values, ensuring students are well-prepared for the challenges of the modern world. Guided by its 2023-2028 Strategic Plan and the leadership of Rabbi Daniel Lehmann, Ph.D., Hausner is committed to promoting an environment of academic innovation, faculty collaboration, and joyful Jewish living.
The head of lower school will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experience for students in grades TK-4. This newly revised leadership position will oversee academic and social-emotional programming, support faculty development, and strengthen connections with students and families. The successful candidate will bring vision, structure, and collaboration to the role, building systems for onboarding, mentorship, and professional development.
With a focus on aligning curriculum and teaching practices with Hausner’s mission, the head of lower school will advance academic initiatives, SEL, and community engagement, contributing to the school’s vibrant and inclusive culture. This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader to guide Hausner’s Lower School into a bright future. The position begins on July 1, 2025, and reports directly to the Head of School.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Priority Deadline: February 14, 2025
Remote Semifinal Round: Week of March 10
On-site Final Round: Week of March 24
Decision Announced: April 7, 2025
Start Date: July 1, 2025
Salary Range: $175,000–$200,000*
Reports To: Head of School
Classification: Full-time, Exempt
*A job offer will typically fall in the range of 80%-120% of the established mid-point. An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate and the equity of individuals working in a similar role at Hausner.
We invite you to watch our interview with Rabbi Daniel Lehmann, Head of School at Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School, who talks about the community, his background and personal connections to the school, and the importance of this Lower School leadership post to the school.
We invite you to watch our interview with Rabbi Daniel Lehmann, Head of School at Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School, who talks about the community, his background and personal connections to the school, and the importance of this Lower School leadership post to the school.
How to Apply
- If you have not done so already, download the opportunity statement.
- Prepare your application materials, which are described on the last page of the opportunity statement.
- Click on Apply Now, which will take you to our application portal, where all applications will be processed.
- Follow the instructions on that application portal to upload your documents.
- Applications received on or before February 14 will receive priority review.