Samantha is being honored for her volunteer work in the Gudelsky Exceptional Swim Program. One little boy in the program who has difficulty focusing has achieved success due to the creativity of Samantha, who used imaginary play to help him reach goals. Because of Samantha’s assistance and perseverance, this little boy has gotten stronger and is able to swim with a special belt.
 
Mazel Tov, Samantha!

The NSLI-Y scholarship enables Miriam to study Arabic in Oman for the year. The scholarship covers all program costs for participants including domestic and international travel; tuition and related academic preparation; language testing; educational and cultural activities focused on language learning; orientations; meals; and accommodations, usually with a host family.

Launched as part of a U.S. government initiative in 2006, NSLI-Y seeks to increase Americans’ capacity to engage with native speakers of critical languages by providing formal instruction and informal language practice in an immersion environment. Educational and cultural activities are designed to promote language learning and build mutual understanding and long-lasting relationships.

The goals of the NSLI-Y program include sparking a life-long interest in foreign languages and cultures, and developing a corps of young Americans with the skills necessary to advance international dialogue in the private, academic or government sectors, and build upon the foundations developed through person-to-person relationships while abroad.

Through her participation in the program, Miriam will serve as a citizen diplomat while developing the skills necessary to be a leader in the global community.

Mazel Tov, Miriam!

Every student who submitted artwork will receive a Congressional Certificate of Participation personally from Congressman Van Hollen at the event on Sunday afternoon, April 28, at Capitol Arts Network (CAN)/Washington School of Photography (WSP) – located at 12276 Wilkins Avenue in Rockville.  The event time is 2:00 to 3:30 pm.

Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School

Rockville, MD

Job Code: LS500

The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School is seeking a full time special educator to work with students, teachers and parents in grades 3 and 5 for the 2013-2014 school year. The learning specialist will be part of a team of other special educators that work at the school through the Educational Support Services Department, providing a variety of strategies and interventions to students with diverse learning needs, both in and out of the classroom setting. In addition to providing direct remedial service to students, other responsibilities include design of individualized education programs, case management, chairing educational management team meetings, close collaboration and team teaching with classroom teachers, and ongoing professional development in differentiated instruction. Experience in co-teaching is preferred.

Five years of prior demonstrated experience and expertise in one or more research based multi-sensory reading methods is required.

Or

Submit letter of interest, resume and salary requirements via fax 240-747-9231. Reference Job Code: LS500

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.    

Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School

Rockville, MD

Job Code: IT200

Exciting opportunity to provide IT leadership in a dynamic K-12 school that prioritizes the optimal use of technology in its operations and promotes the effective integration of technology in the classroom.

The Director of Information Technology is a member of the leadership team and is responsible for all technological resources and supporting education, administration and communications. Responsibilities include managing the School’s network, wireless technologies, client-server and cloud-based applications, and LAN and WAN connections; managing vendor relationships, including out-sourced relationships; developing and executing the technology plan, establishing procedures and protocols for technology use, developing and managing the IT budget; and supervising the technology staff,

Requirements:

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in technology planning, project management, budgeting, and team leadership.
  
  
• Knowledge of and experience working with Microsoft Active Directory, Vmware, SQL databases, and web-based applications, including Google Apps, in a demanding network environment, preferably in an educational setting.
  
  
• Experience managing network infrastructure, including Cisco routers, switches, and wireless access points, and multiple WAN connections.
  
  
• Demonstrated success in planning and deploying technology resources to support changing organizational priorities, processes and activities.
  
  
• Excellent communication and training skills.
  
  
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience.
  
  
• Knowledge and experience with current technology trends and in current practice in education technology are a plus.

Or

Submit letter of interest, resume and salary requirements via fax 240-747-9231. Reference Job Code: IT200

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.    

Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School

Rockville, MD

Job Code: CI100

The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School seeks qualified candidates to fill the position of Lower School Library Circulation Associate, a part-time position (5 days/week) for the 2013-2014 academic year.

Responsibilities include:

• Charge books, magazines and other library holdings at the circulation desk using an automated circulation system.
• Discharges incoming library materials and inspects them for damage.
• Issue and send overdue notices periodically.
• Generate circulation statistics as needed.
• Shelves new and returned library materials in their proper places.
• Assist in assuring accurate placement of library materials on shelves by shelf-reading and re-shelving materials, as needed.
• Input data into the automated circulation system.
• Manage the audio-visual equipment and technology housed in the library.
• Perform routine library computer functions, including turning on computers and logging on to the network and the online catalog at the beginning of each school day.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a college degree and 1-3 years of prior successful experience working in a library.
• Be experienced in and knowledgeable of library circulation systems.
• Have outstanding communication skills and positive rapport with students.
  

Or

Submit letter of interest, resume and salary requirements via fax 240-747-9231. Reference Job Code: CI100

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.    

Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School

Rockville, MD

Job Code: EL200

The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School seeks qualified candidates to fill the position of ESOL Teacher/Liaison to Israeli Families for grades 7-12, a full or part-time position for the 2013-2014 academic year.

Responsibilities include:

• Devise curriculum for and teach ESOL classes to middle school and high school students.
• Provide academic guidance and coaching to ESOL students through a dedicated ESOL study hall.
• Work closely with the teachers of all ESOL students to make recommendations for academic accommodations and monitor progress.
• Work with guidance counselors, learning specialists, teachers, coaches, and other School staff members to promote the overall wellbeing of Israeli students in the School.
• Serve as the informal advisor for Israeli students and oversee their academic and social integration into the School.
• Serve as primary liaison between the School and Israeli families, helping these families become acclimated to School life, integrate into the School community, and navigate the School calendar and procedures.
• Identify and promote opportunities for members of Israeli families to take active roles in School events and initiatives.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be experienced in and knowledgeable about effective second language teaching methodologies.
• Have experience in collaborating with teachers of other core subjects to be able to support students in their learning of course content other than English.
• Have outstanding communication skills and positive rapport with students and parents.

Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education or a related field, and a minimum of two years of successful teaching experience in a public or independent school. ESOL/TESOL certification or endorsement preferred. Familiarity with Hebrew language and/or Israeli culture preferred.

Or

Submit letter of interest, resume and salary requirements via fax 240-747-9231. Reference Job Code: EL200

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.    

• Dr. Eric Trager, Next Generation Fellow, who addressed the topic of the Muslim Brotherhood;
• Dr. Matthew Levitt, Director, Stein Program on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, on the topic of Hezbollah;
• Dr. Patrick Clawson, Director of Research, on the topic of Iran;
• Mr. David Makovsky, Ziegler Distinguished Fellow and Director, Project on the Middle East Peace Process, on the topic of Next Steps in the Middle East Peace Process

The trip builds on the students’ study of Israel and of the Arab-Israeli Conflict, and both inspired and reinforced our students’ passions for Israel, America and while politics. As one student noted, “this was a highlight of all my years at CESJDS! A truly amazing experience!”