Whole Campus Principal

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS GROUP - ISG JUBAIL (SAUDI ARABIA)

COLLABORATION WITH CENTRAL OFFICE LEADERSHIP AND

KEY STAKEHOLDERS

● Collaborate proactively with central office leadership by:

○ developing and actively managing the annual campus budget and

budget expenditures with the Finance.

○ ensuring an on-going curriculum review, implementing new learning

opportunities, and engaging with external consultants to support

learning initiatives with Teaching & Learning.

○ planning for appropriate staffing (hiring, retention, attrition of faculty

and staff) in alignment with local, Saudi Arabian legal compliance

expectations with Human Resources and Government Compliance.

○ collaborating with Admissions on a system-coherent admissions

process to maximize enrollment for eligible students.

○ planning, scheduling, and utilizing campus facilities, including shared

and campus spaces for learning, sports, activities and events

alongside Operations and Facilities.

○ ongoing development of intervention and social/ emotional learning

programs alongside Student Support Services in line with the

strategic priority of wellbeing and belonging.

COMMUNICATION, COLLABORATION AND TEAMWORK

● Communicate proactively with the Assistant Superintendent and central office

leadership about campus operation progress and challenges.

● Collaborate effectively with parents, faculty and staff, and the wider

community to achieve shared goals.

ISG LEADERSHIP SEARCH

The ideal candidate will have:

● Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership or a related field

● Certification or licensure in school leadership (e.g. NPQH or equivalent)

QUALIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATIONS AND

KNOWLEDGE

The ideal candidate will have:

● Solid understanding of the curriculum at all grade levels.

● Familiarity with and ability to lead in a learning environment consistent with ISG’s

adopted standards, beliefs, graduate profile, learning principles, assessment beliefs,

and school improvement goals.

● Knowledge of current trends and best practices in education, including instructional

strategies, assessment, and the use of technology to enhance learning.

● Understanding of student development, encompassing academic, social, and

emotional learning.

● Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques and disciplinary

responses that foster a positive and safe learning environment in line with wellbeing

and belonging.

● Familiarity with child protection and safeguarding practices and procedures.

● Knowledge of the principles of inclusive education and how to differentiate instruction

to meet diverse student needs.

● Understanding of school operations, including curriculum implementation, teacher

recruitment, school practices and procedures, and student welfare.

● Knowledge of the processes involved in faculty and staff supervision, performance

appraisal, and professional development.

● Awareness of the cultural norms, laws, and restrictions in Saudi Arabia, and the ability

to work effectively within those guidelines.

KNOWLEDGE

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The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

● Instructional Leadership Skills

○ Data analysis and performance management to drive academic

improvement.

○ Knowledge of instructional practices, assessment literacy, and educational

resources.

○ Proven track record of initiating and successfully implementing significant

school and campus-wide improvements.

● Communication and Interpersonal Skills

○ Excellent written and verbal communication, including presentation skills.

○ Ability to communicate tactfully, constructively, and appropriately to diverse

audiences.

○ Ability to build and deepen positive stakeholder relationships through

transparent behavior.

○ Active listening and conflict resolution skills.

○ Ability to build consensus and navigate complex situations.

● Cultural Competence and Collaboration

○ Sensitivity to and cultural awareness of all stakeholders, with the ability to

adapt work style to meet their needs.

○ Ability to work collaboratively with parents, faculty and staff, and the wider

community to achieve shared goals.

○ Ability to work in a focused team environment to meet common and agreed

upon goals.

SKILLS

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate will have:

● A minimum of 5 years of successful senior leadership experience (e.g., Head

of School, Principal, Assistant Principal) within an American or internationally

recognized school.

● Experience working in an international school setting (preferred).

● Demonstrated experience with accreditation processes and standards,

including familiarity with US-based organizations or international accrediting

bodies (e.g., CIS, BSO).

● A proven track record of providing strong instructional leadership and leading

an experienced faculty through significant academic expectations with goal

oriented progress and improvement.

● Successful experience in leading and managing diverse, multicultural teams,

with a strong emphasis on fostering inclusivity and differentiation in teaching

practices.

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● Technical Skills

○ Proven ability to use a range of technology, have an awareness of evolving

technology, and support for the use of technology in learning and efficiencies

in the organization in collaboration with the Head of Educational Technology.

SKILLS CONTINUED

● Personal and Professional Attributes

○ Professional maturity, discretion, and confidentiality in handling

sensitive issues.

○ Positive attitude towards continuous growth and self-improvement.

○ Ability to model ISG’s guiding principles and lead by example with

high professional standards.

○ Ability to be firm while being fair and equitable.

○ Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate diverse groups toward a

common vision.

○ Commitment to continuous personal and professional learning and

growth.