Whole Campus Principal International Schools Group

Incoming ISG Assistant Superintendent, Michelle Alzamora, seeks an experienced, forward-thinking and passionate Principal to lead its academic and instructional efforts to serve as the Principal of ISG Jubail beginning August 1, 2026.

The Principal will serve as the instructional leader, driving high-quality learning, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, ensuring the successful implementation of the American curriculum across all grade levels. This role will require a dynamic leader who can inspire students, faculty and staff while contributing to the district-wide vision and strategic priorities.

The Principal will join a schoolwide leadership team that includes the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Directors, Principals, Assistant Principals, teacher facilitators, and year level and department head leadership.

ISG Jubail at a glance

First established in 1978 as Jubail Academy, ISG Jubail offers an American, standards-based curriculum to 425 KG1 - Grade 12 students capped by the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

ISG Jubail s curriculum has been developed using the Understanding by Design model to promote transdisciplinary, authentic and relevant approaches to learning. Units of study encourage active inquiry, promote critical thinking and move from the concrete to the abstract. These units are designed so that students can try on new roles, experiment with ideas and materials and solve real problems. ISG Jubail is led by one Principal and one Assistant Principal.

ISG is committed to the safety and protection of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

For more information on ISG, please see the website: http://www.isg.edu.sa/

JOB DUTIES

The successful candidate will be a key instructional leader who fosters an innovative and collaborative learning environment that supports high quality learning, wellbeing and belonging, professional excellence, inclusivity, and global citizenship. This role is integral in shaping the academic culture and instructional practices across all grade levels, from kindergarten through high school.

u>Child Protection

• Demonstrate a commitment to the safety and security of children and young people ( child protection ).

u>Instructional Leadership

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the curriculum, ensuring alignment with school-wide educational objectives.
• Drive the professional development of faculty and staff, fostering innovative teaching and the use of evidence-based instructional practices.
• Utilize student data and performance metrics to assess academic progress and inform teaching strategies, with a focus on raising standards across all grade levels.
• Conduct regular classroom observations, provide feedback, and coach teachers to enhance their instructional practices.
• Champion the development of learning pathways for students, ensuring inclusive practices that cater to diverse learning needs in collaboration with the Teaching and Learning Office.
• Guide and mentor assistant principals in their supporting roles as instructional leaders.

u>Student-centered Culture & Well-being

• Champion an inclusive school environment that supports students' academic, social, and emotional development.
• Spearhead initiatives that enhance student well-being and belonging, ensuring that all students feel safe, valued, and supported in their learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, school counselors, and parents to address student needs and foster an environment where every student can thrive.
• Foster an atmosphere where high standards of behavior and mutual respect are upheld, promoting a positive and collaborative school culture.

u>School Leadership and Management

• Direct all aspects of campus management, including curriculum implementation, faculty and staff recruitment, school practices and procedures, and student care, to cultivate a cohesive and effective educational environment.
• Collaborate with central office leadership and other campus principals to share best practices, align educational initiatives, and drive school-wide improvements.
• Develop, implement, and monitor school improvement plans, ensuring that academic objectives are achieved or exceeded.
• Lead and motivate faculty and staff, fostering a collaborative, supportive, and high-achieving school culture.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of International Schools Group organizational policies, regulations, practices, and procedures.
• Proactively make recommendations to the Assistant Superintendent on improvements to support change initiatives in areas such as school accreditation, teacher recruitment, curriculum and instruction, budget development, and learning support.
• Ensure data is collected and communicated to school stakeholders, the Assistant Superintendent, Superintendent, and Board of Trustees as requested.
• Ensure accessibility to parents, both prospective and existing.
• Remain abreast of developments in the educational field.
• Lead the school effectively and efficiently, meeting financial targets.
• Participate fully in the senior leadership team and schoolwide principal meetings at the central office level.

u>Curriculum Innovation & Global Perspective

• Ensure the curriculum is based on current research, is challenging, and prepares students for global opportunities, including providing pathways for students to engage in international experiences.
• Incorporate cutting-edge educational technologies and methodologies to enhance student learning and maintain the school s position at the forefront of educational practices.

u>Faculty & Staff Development and Performance Management

• Cultivate a culture of continuous professional growth, empowering teachers to take ownership of their development and actively participate in professional learning communities.
• Foster an environment that encourages experimentation, continuous improvement and the adoption of research-based best practices in teaching and learning.
• Actively identify, nurture and empower staff, fostering a culture of professional growth, shared leadership and high performance.
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