Principal (Expat) needed in an International School

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Posted 30+ days ago

Experience

3 - 5 Years

Education

Any Graduation()

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

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The requirement is for the Next Academic Year 2026 -2027 (Tentative joining around April / May 2026).
Candidate will have to sign a 3 year contract.
Candidate Type - Expatriate. Native English Speaker

Position Overview:
The Head of School is the academic and administrative leader responsible for implementing the school s vision and mission, managing faculty and staff, ensuring IB program fidelity, and upholding academic excellence and student well-being.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development and execution of the school s strategic goals.
Promote a strong IB ethos aligned with the school s mission and vision.
Oversee curriculum planning and delivery.
Drive innovation in teaching and learning methodologies.
Recruit, retain, and develop a high-performing team of educators and administrators.
Conduct teacher evaluations and provide professional development aligned with IB pedagogy.
Create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for students.
Support holistic development in line with IB learner profile attributes.
Communicate effectively with parents and guardians.
Represent the school in public forums and build relationships with the community.
Develop and manage the school budget in coordination with the finance team.
Oversee infrastructure, admissions, events, and safety protocols.

Qualifications & Experience:
Master s degree in Education or related field.
IB leadership training.
Minimum 20 years of experience in education with at least 10 years experience in IB.
5+ years experience in IB school as Principal.
Proven experience with IB authorization and evaluation processes.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead in multicultural and international contexts.
IB workshop leader, examiner, or school consultant experience.
Experience in handling all three IB programs (PYP, MYP, DP) and IGCSE.
Familiarity with international school accreditation standards (e.g., CIS, NEASC).

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