Assistant Principal (Middle / High School)

About This Role

Job Description JOB PURPOSE: Assist in shaping & implementing the educational strategy for the school.

JOB SCOPE: To support the High School Principal in all aspects of the day-to-day operating the Middle or Upper school, play a leading role om Executive Leadership Team supporting the Head of School/CEO leading the who strategically, operationally and financially.

• To assist the High School Principal in shaping a vision and direction for the school, setting out very high expectations and with a clear focus on pupil achievement, standards and quality of teaching.
• To play significant role in setting aims and objectives for the school and in formulation the School Improvement Plan along with the Elem. Principal, HOS/CEO and other senior staff.
• To inspire and motivate and influence staff/pupils, taking a leading role in maintaining the highest standards of learning and teaching and behaviour management.
• Support the philosophy and mission of GAAQ and GEMS
• Ensure that GEMS policies, procedures and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
• Organize and implement CPD opportunities for staff.
• Preliminarily approve staff for optional GEMS PD (final approval will be the HOS/CEO) ; and monitor completion of required PD for all staff KG1-Grade 12
• Submit annual SPDL report to corporate office
• Effectively use data to identify and support student academic or behavioral needs
• Monitor school climate to promote and support positive staff and student morale
• Assist with organizing the yearly curriculum/ supply & school resources order
• Regularly analyze and share data to support grade levels in adjusting instruction
• Ensure school discipline policies are followed for MS & HS
• Attend team meetings with MS/HS as needed and attend GTL (Learning Lead) meetings
• To provide an excellent role model for all members of staff and the student body in all aspects of school life.
• Work with admissions department to review student applications and participate in admissions activities
• Collaborate with other members of SLT regarding scheduling, parent communication, report cards/ grades, etc.
• Assist with planning and executing external assessments such as MAP, TIMS, etc.
• Work with the various school committees
• Assist with organizing and facilitating external accreditation visits and reviews
• Meet with parents as needed to discuss academic and behavioural issues
• Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical workday, where the tasks required additional commitment.
• Attend project / staff meetings and serve on committees as required.

Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers

Skills KEY COMPENTENCIES: Description

• Curriculum and assessment expertise.
• Revise and monitor instruction pacing related to curriculum map.
• Develop and program evaluation and professional development system for staff.
• Analyze teacher evaluations to identify support and coaching cycles as needed.
• Be an active part of conducting teacher evaluations.
• Monitor and revise staff duty schedules to ensure student safety.
• Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with others, including the ability to communicate effectively with broad and diverse audiences.
• Ability to handle a fast –paced, intense work environment
• Ability/willingness to work a daily schedule that demands an extended workday.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

Expected Qualifications :

• A college Degree from a reputed university is desirable (BA or BSc) ; Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, School Administration, or related field strongly preferred.

Expected Experience:

• Leadership experience; minimum 6 years in a reputable school.
• Relationship management experience – able to build and influence professional relationships with peer group as well as parental community.
• Effective communicator (written and spoken)
• Interpersonal skills, able to operate in a diverse environment

Job-Specific Knowledge & Skills:

• Solid time management skills
• Ability to multi-task and cope with peaks of demand
• Strong ICT skills ; Advanced user of Microsoft Office and able to utilise technology well to present facts to the management.
• Able to manage a diverse team’s performance and relationships.
• Analytical Thinking
• Proactive
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized
• Good interpersonal skills

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments. Education

(BA or BSc) Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, School Administration