Employment Opportunities

Our teaching position is a unique opportunity to join a special community of educators. Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy, in Overland Park, Kansas, is a student-centered school which affords teachers the freedom to be creative and innovative, with support and guidance from their administrators. Teachers are an integral part of the school and beloved by the HBHA families. HBHA is a school that seeks to empower teachers to bring their full selves to work, rather than asking them to simply read a lesson plan. HBHA is truly an exceptional work environment, and as such we are seeking an exceptional elementary teacher.
To be successful as a science teacher, you should be a curious, lifelong learner with a passion for discovering new things. Outstanding candidates have a deep respect for the natural world and the ability to inspire this same respect in their students.

If you are:

• A thoughtful and reflective educator, or who is a life-long learner and wants to continually improve your practice
• A team player, willing to support others and be supported by others in an environment that cherishes community, teamwork, and cross curricular innovation
• An excellent communicator and willing to work in partnership with parents in the best interest of the children
• Someone who values creativity and autonomy over adhering to a rigid structure, bureaucracy and preparing for tests
• Someone who thrives without being micromanaged, while still being open to ideas from peers and administrators
• Someone open to working in a Jewish environment in which Jewish (and human) values, traditions, and holidays are woven seamlessly into the day
• Someone who values teaching the whole child, not just the three Rs

The successful candidate will: 

• Have a strong background and understanding in individualized instruction and education
• Have experience teaching Middle and/or Upper School aged students
• Demonstrate knowledge of 21st Century skills, differentiated instruction, modeling and project-based learning
• Have strong classroom management strategies and excellent communication skills
• Inspire a love of learning that will continue through Middle and Upper School
• Be committed to professional growth and professional sharing
• Work collaboratively with members of the grade level team as well as administration, students, and families
• Have an experience in teaching chemistry as well as Middle and Upper school sciences
• Qualifications: Education degree, Masters preferred, and teaching license preferred
   

HBHA may be the place for you! We offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• A warm and supportive work environment
• Professional development opportunities
• A chance to develop the craft of teaching

Application Process: Please complete the online teacher application at the bottom of this page; or mail in the application with a cover letter and a list of references to 5801 W. 115th Street, Overland Park, KS 66211

Part-Time [3 days a week], On-Site

Overview:
Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy is seeking a dedicated and technically proficient Junior IT Support Specialist to join our team. This role will primarily focus on providing on-site technical support to our educational staff and students, ensuring smooth operations of our technology infrastructure. The successful candidate will work closely with our existing IT partner, K12 ITC, and Educational Technology Department Chair to troubleshoot issues, perform system maintenance, and assist with technology integration in our educational environment.

Responsibilities:
1. Provide on-site technical support to teachers, staff, and students within the school district
2. Assist with the setup, configuration, and maintenance of hardware and software systems, including computers, printers, projectors, and other peripherals per IT partner guidance
3. Assist in the implementation of technology initiatives and projects, working closely with our IT partner and district administrators
4. Provide training and technical assistance to end-users on the proper use of technology resources and tools
5. Document all support activities, including troubleshooting steps, resolutions, and system configurations via our IT partners internal system
6. Maintain inventory records of IT equipment, software licenses, and peripheral devices
7. Physically fix and troubleshoot hardware needs for devices, projectors, and other non-remote managed equipment

Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 1-2 years of experience in a technical support role, preferably in an educational setting
- Working knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems (Windows, macOS, Chrome OS)
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve technical issues with appropriate support
- Effective communication skills (verbal and written), with the ability to interact professionally with end-users of varying technical abilities
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and follow established processes and procedures

Working Conditions & Physical Demands 
Physical demands include dexterity for office machine/supply operation, including but not limited to computers, telephones, copy machines, facsimiles, and printers. Stooping, bending, reaching for files or supplies, and sitting or standing for extended periods is common.

Equal Employment Opportunity 
HBHA is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any individual or group based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. It is the policy of HBHA to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants.

Application Instructions 
Please complete the online application, and please upload a cover letter and resume to the application.

Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy welcomes your application for a Director of Philanthropy position at our K-12 Jewish Day School, located in Overland Park, Kansas, a suburb of Kansas City, Missouri. HBHA is a community day school with two separate Jewish Studies options: Oren, for families looking for an Orthodox approach to education, and Erez, which is an egalitarian, pluralistic approach to Jewish education. This position reports directly to the Head of School.

Overall Job Description/Responsibilities:

• Member of Administrative team, specifically working with Admissions, Marketing and Head of School
• Grow relationships and gain a working knowledge of the Jewish community and the Greater Kansas City community
• Write, submit, present, and evaluate grants
• Endowment Campaign: work with the Steering Committee to plan, communicate, solicit, create/update brochure
• Annual Campaign: Develop program, communicate, solicit, steward
• Fundraising events: Donor meetings/receptions for head of school, VIP Day, CSA Celebration: schedule and plan
• Supervise Senior Development Associate, who assists with all activities and responsibilities, and oversees alumni activities
• Supervise Database Coordinator, oversee updates and reports
• Create, edit, and approve all fundraising communications; print, email, text, social media
• Connect to Community, Funding Organizations, Professional Development Groups, etc.

A qualified candidate:

• Must be able to multi-task, prioritize workload, meet deadlines & supervise staff
• Must work well with staff, board and donors
• Must understand the importance of professionalism and confidentiality
• Must be available for evening and weekend work
• Must have a college degree
• Must have strong organizational, writing, editing and communication skills
• Must have fundraising experience
• Must have database experience
• Must demonstrate success at creating relationships, raising large gifts, providing stewardship
• Must have event planning experience
• Must develop a working knowledge of our K-12 Jewish day school, its staff, its families, and its students

Salary range: $75,000-$100,000 based on experience

Working Conditions & Physical Demands 
Physical demands include dexterity for office machine/supply operation, including but not limited to computers, telephones, copy machines, facsimiles, and printers. Stooping, bending, reaching for files or supplies, and sitting or standing for extended periods is common.

Equal Employment Opportunity 
HBHA is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any individual or group based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. It is the policy of HBHA to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants.

Application Instructions 
Please complete the online application, and please upload a cover letter and resume to the application.

Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy welcomes your application for a School Counselor position at our K-12 Jewish Day School, located in Overland Park, Kansas, a suburb of Kansas City, Missouri. HBHA is a community day school with two separate Jewish Studies options: Oren, for families looking for an Orthodox approach to education, and Erez, which is an egalitarian, pluralistic approach to Jewish education. We are in search of an exceptional candidate to join us. 

Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy’s Mission is to prepare students for fulfilling lives as Jews and as honorable, contributing citizens. Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy is an ISACS-accredited Jewish community day school. Serving the Greater Kansas City Jewish community since 1966, HBHA works in partnership with our parents and students to support the emotional, spiritual, academic, and physical growth of our students. We provide a nurturing, collaborative, and – most importantly – joy-filled Jewish environment where students can grow into their best selves. We live by our core values to provide the best for our students, including a strong academic foundation with individualized attention, all emanating from Jewish values.

The Kindergarten through twelfth-grade School Counselor will be a uniquely qualified and educationally certified individual that will assist the students in their learning and the teachers with their teaching. This person will apply expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior, to help children and youth succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. The School Counselor will partner with families, teachers, school administrators, and other professionals to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments that strengthen connections between home, school, and the community.

Overall Job Description/Responsibilities:

• Data collection and analysis
• Assessment
• Progress monitoring
• School-wide practices to promote learning
• Resilience and risk factors
• Consultation and collaboration
• Academic/learning interventions
• Mental health interventions
• Behavioral interventions
• Instructional support
• Prevention and intervention services
• Special education services
• Crisis preparedness, response, and recovery
• Family-school-community collaboration
• Diversity in development and learning
• Research and program evaluation
• Professional ethics, school law, and systems

If you are:

• A thoughtful and reflective educator,  who is a life-long learner and wants to continually improve your practice.
• A team player, willing to support others and be supported by others in an environment that cherishes community, teamwork, and cross-curricular innovation.
• An excellent communicator and willing to work in partnership with parents in the best interest of the children.
• Someone who thrives without being micromanaged, while still being open to ideas from peers and administrators.
• Someone open to working in a Jewish environment in which Jewish (and human) values, traditions, and holidays are woven seamlessly into the day.
• Values the education of the whole child.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in education or psychology or another closely related field;
• Have a Master’s, specialist, or doctoral degree in school psychology or educational psychology development or related field;
• Have experience with RULER
• Be credentialed or currently licensed at the state and/or national level to practice school psychology in a school setting. Individuals who are currently licensed as independent psychologists (with closely related experience) will be considered.

HBHA may be the place for you! We offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• A warm and supportive work environment
• Professional development opportunities
• A chance to develop the craft of teaching

Working Conditions & Physical Demands
Physical demands include dexterity for office machine/supply operation, including but not limited to computers, telephones, copy machines, facsimiles, and printers. Stooping, bending, reaching for files or supplies, and sitting or standing for extended periods is common.

Equal Employment Opportunity
HBHA is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any individual or group based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. It is the policy of HBHA to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants.

Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please complete the online application and remember to upload your cover letter and resume.

Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy welcomes your application for the Substitute Teacher position at our K-12 Jewish Day School, located in Overland Park, Kansas, a suburb of Kansas City, Missouri. HBHA is a community day school with two separate Jewish Studies options: Oren, for families looking for an Orthodox approach to education, and Erez, which is an egalitarian, pluralistic approach to Jewish education.

Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy is seeking a substitute teacher to fill in for teachers who are not able to teach their classes. The substitute teacher will arrive on time, follow modesty and professional dress, and establish rapport with the students and fellow staff members.

Ideal candidates will:

• Have a background in teaching
• Have a degree in education
• Share successful experiences working with students
• Be cordial and responsible

Job Responsibilities

• Follow provided lesson plans
• Have behavior/classroom management skills and be able to perform duties such as lunch duty, hallway duty, room cleaning, and desk moving (as needed for classroom structure/lesson plan)

HBHA substitute teachers make an hourly wage of $12/hour.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands
Physical demands include dexterity for office machine/supply operation, including but not limited to computers, telephones, copy machines, facsimiles, and printers. Stooping, bending, reaching for files or supplies, and sitting or standing for extended periods is common.

Equal Employment Opportunity
HBHA is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any individual or group based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. It is the policy of HBHA to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants.

Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please complete the online application and remember to upload your cover letter, resume, and provide three references.

HBHA’s elementary teacher’s aide position is a unique opportunity to join a special community of educators. Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy in Overland Park, Kansas, is an innovative school that affords teachers the freedom to be creative and innovative with support and guidance from their administrators. Teacher’s aides are an integral part of the school and are beloved by the HBHA families. HBHA teacher’s aides are asked to support teachers and students in a variety of capacities, including but not limited to individual student support, small group support, photocopying, laminating, and bulletin board creation. HBHA is genuinely an exceptional work environment, and as such, we are seeking exceptional elementary teacher aides.

If you are:

• A thoughtful and reflective educator who is a lifelong learner and wants to continually improve your practice
• A team player, willing to support others and be supported by others in an environment that cherishes community teamwork and cross-curricular innovation
• An excellent communicator and willing to work in partnership with teachers and administrators in the children’s best interest
• Someone who thrives without being micromanaged while still being open to ideas from peers and administrators
• Someone open to working in a Jewish environment in which Jewish (and human) values, traditions, and holidays are woven seamlessly into the day

Please apply to Jessica Kyanka-Maggart.

Application Process: Please complete the online application, and please upload a cover letter and resume to the application.