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Job Title School Principal

Description

AU Pair Jordan is the fastest-growing educational consultancy specializing in placements for qualified education professionals around the world. We are currently seeking to fill the below position: **High School Principal About the CLient: Established in 2007 and has seven (7) entities:
Al Jazirah Institute of Science and Technology in Abu Dhabi,
Al Jaheli Institute of Science and Technology in Al Ain,
Baynounah Institute of Science and Technology in Al Gharbia,
Al Reef Institute of Logistics and Applied Technology in Al Shahama,
Sharjah Institute of Science & Technology in Sharjah,
Secondary Technical School (STS) and Vocational Education Development Center (VEDC). This Project is an initiative of the Abu Dhabi Government and is under the
management of the Abu Dhabi Centre for Technical & Vocational Education
and Training (ACTVET). Our Client offers a diverse range of applied Certificates and
Diploma programs that fit the job market needs include the following:
Business, Information Technology, Environment studies, Industrial Technology,
Logistics and Engineering. Required Experience: **10 years of Educational experience, 3 years experience as Principal / Vice-Principal / Academic Manager / Other Managerial positions in the Educational Field.
**At least five (5) years' experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities
**A clear understanding of curriculum delivery, teaching methods, and class observation
**At least five (5) years teaching experience at the High School level.
**Demonstrated success working within a high-performing educational institution. Qualifications & Training: Doctorate, or Masters Degree in Engineering, Maths, Science and Educational field. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
**Working knowledge of learning theories and instructional strategies
**Ability to communicate and collaborate with other professionals in the development of educational programs
**Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
**Collaboration
**Communication Effectiveness
**Decision Making
**Influencing and Leading
**Responsibility and Accountability ACTIVITIES: **Staffing
**Student management
**Facilities
**Supervision
**Budgeting
**Curriculum management
**Admin
**Community development
**Student support
**Student development
**Students. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES: **Require a strong team leader/member, with obvious inherent enthusiasm and passion to work alongside a variety of staff.
**Key attributes will include:
**The aptitude to work with Arab youth who may have a variety of social and/or personality issues.
**Having a special affinity for proactively interacting with trainees and engaging them in all aspects of their boarding school life.
**Willingness to work extracurricular hours as routine.
**Ability to integrate with multi-cultured colleagues.
**Maturity, intelligence, energy, and a good sense of humor.
**The ability to operate at all levels of employment and to appreciate the 'bigger picture.
**Diplomacy and tact.
**Outstanding and obvious initiate and enthusiasm.
**Strong personal qualities and planning and man-management skills. This is a learning organization. As such, all employees strive for professional and institutional development within a culture of effectiveness that:
**Values collaboration, teamwork, and self;
**Encourages ethical behavior;
**Facilitates life-long learning; and
**Utilizes new technologies. Job Statement: Carry out the policies and directives of the Client are in particular:
**Demonstrate high expectations for all students and staff and a commitment to providing the support required to attain them;
**Provide leadership for the STS in areas of curriculum, teaching and learning, professional development, and quality assurance;
**Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for students, staff, and families;
**Design and implement a professional development strategy that addresses instructional improvement priorities defined by student achievement and the individual needs of staff members;
**Align the use of time, people, money, and materials to STS instructional priorities; and
**Cultivate and sustain meaningful partnerships with industry, families and community members that support student achievement and well-being and lead to successful career outcomes. Job Specifications: **General Planning: The principal conceptualizes the broad goals of the school and plans accordingly to ensure that procedures and schedules are implemented to carry out the total school program.
**General Coordination: Supervises the school's educational program.
**Enhancement of Personnel Skills: The principal provides activities that facilitate the professional growth of the school staff and enhance the quality of the instructional program.
School Objectives: The principal identifies the annual objectives for the instructional, extracurricular, and athletic programs of the school.
**Curriculum Objectives: The principal ensures that instructional objectives for a given subject and/or classroom are developed, and involve the faculty and others in the development of specific curricular objectives to meet the needs of the school program. The principal provides opportunities for staff participation in the school program.
**Establishes Formal Work Relationships: The principal establishes implements and evaluates procedures used to carry out the daily routine of the school.
**Evaluates Performance: The principal evaluates student progress in the instructional program by means that include the maintaining of up-to-date student data. The principal supervises and appraises the performance of the school staff.
**Facilitates Organizational Efficiency: The principal maintains inter-school system communication and seeks assistance from the central office staff to improve
**New Staff and Students: The principal orients and assists new staff members and new students and provides opportunities for their input in the school program.
**Community: The principal encourages the use of community resources, cooperates with the community in the use of school facilities, interprets the school program for the community, and maintains communication with community members.
**Supplies and Equipment: The principal manages, directs, and maintains records on the materials, supplies, and equipment that are necessary to carry out the daily school routine. The principal involves the staff in determining priorities for instructional supplies.
**Services: The principal organizes, oversees, and provides support to the various services, supplies, materials, and equipment provided to carry out the school program. The principal makes use of community resources.
**Communication: Assure that the STS goals, policies, and procedures are accurately communicated to and followed by all campus employees. Develop and utilize effective communication channels through staff meetings, written procedures, and any other means so that campus employees are able to carry out their duties. Keep the ADVETI Directorate informed by making regular, timely, and relevant reports.
**Administration: Develop, monitor, modify and apply sound administrative practices to assure all campus employees are properly assigned, supervised, and evaluated.
**Culture: Create and promote a campus atmosphere that encourages student retention by treating all students fairly, with understanding, respect, and compassion while maintaining discipline Experience: **Extensive experience as a school Head or as a significant member of a Senior Leadership Team.
**Experience in leading ATHS Schools.
**Teaching experience in a range of schools. International experience is desirable but not essential.
**Experience in raising standards in teaching and learning with improved outcomes.
**Proven track record in self-evaluation.
**Experience in performance management as a performance reviewer.
**Experience in recruiting and developing effective teams.
**Effective financial and resource management.
**Experience in developing and sustaining collaborative relationships with a range of educational stakeholders, internal and external. Skills, Abilities & Knowledge: **Ability to provide inspirational leadership and empower staff.
**Knowledge and understanding of current education policies and practices.
**Commercially cognisant and financially literate; able to manage aspects of the school business
**Ability to initiate innovative curriculum design to meet the needs of all pupils.
**Ability to empower and develop staff and pupils whilst delivering learning outcomes.
**Strong negotiating and influencing skills.
**Ability to make and communicate decisions effectively.
**Competent and effective in the use of ICT.
**Knowledge and understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the governing body.
**Ability to set clear and challenging targets based on comprehensive knowledge and understanding of data and performance indicators. Personal Qualities: **A commitment to the School, its aims, ethos, and values
**Gravitas - a figurehead instantly recognizable as the representative of International schools in the community.
**A strong communicator with the ability to articulate a passion for delivering high-quality education to all stakeholders.
**Commitment to safeguarding the welfare of all pupils at the very heart of the school.
**Commitment to an education that prepares pupils for the challenges they will face beyond school
**Energy and passion for achieving positive pupil outcomes.
**Resilient and adaptable, capable of handling the unique tasks associated with founding a new school.
**Ability to work effectively under pressure and in the public spotlight.
**Authoritative, articulate a

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