Country:

UAE – Dubai

Region:

School – Middle East

Curriculum:

American

Level:

Primary and Secondary School

Start Date:

August 2020

Initial Contract Length:

2 years, renewable

Curriculum Experience Required:

3- 5 years

Monthly Salary and Package:

30,000 to 35,000AED (tax free) + housing + annual airfare + medical insurance

Requirements:

• Master’s Degree or Doctorate in Education Management or Administration.
• Extensive (minimum 3 – 5 years) experience as principal of American School with IB Curriculum.
• Progressive Curriculum experience is a welcome plus.
• Resilient Management skills
• Previous experience in GCC preferred

The core purpose of this role is to provide professional leadership and management of the school that will promote a secure foundation from which to achieve high standards in all area of the school’s work. The principal has the primary responsibility for the quality of education, the health and safety of children and students, and the administrative, financial and operational aspects of leading and managing the school.

Responsibilities: Provide strategic direction and shape the future:
• Ensure clear communication and understanding of the school vision and mission by all and is acted upon effectively. 
Manage the organization:
• Create an organizational structure that reflects the school’s values. 
• Develop and implement improvement programs for the school and provide relevant guidance to move the school towards high standards.
• Undertake recruitment tasks while implementing rigorous policies and procedures to ensure provisions for the welfare, health and safety for all.
Leading, Learning & Teaching:
• Implement strategies that secure high standards of behavior and attendance.
• Determine, organize and implement a diverse, flexible curriculum and implement an effective assessment framework.