Deputy Head - Pre-K \ Elementary

Leadership:

• Drawing on recent and relevant pedagogical research and contributing to the professional learning of colleagues through modeling and sharing best practices in their teams.
• Led the goal-setting process and supported members in reaching personal/team goals through mentoring and coaching.
• Implementing and embedding innovative ideas in their practice and teams, including using technology to support learning.
• Demonstrating breadth and depth of subject knowledge to inspire and innovate.
• Support teachers in the implementation of key assessment structures through their teaching.

Professional Responsibility:

• Providing honest, clear, constructive, and timely feedback to individuals and teams on department and individual goals and on teaching and learning.
• Ensuring a range of data is collected, recorded, and analyzed to ensure that decisions about learning are data-driven within their teams.
• Developing and delivering the programs, modifying them as appropriate to ensure all learners are catered for.
• Respecting confidentiality issues with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Monitor and support the overall progress and development of students within the department.
• Analyze and evaluate, with the department, performance data provided and take appropriate action in response.
• Developing action plans and Performance Improvement Plans for staff.
• Share relevant updates and important dates with parents and staff.
• Providing direction, support, and mentorship for all staff to maintain high standards of teaching and learning.

Specific Qualifications Required for This Role:

• Teaching Credential/License
• TESL/TEFL Certificate over 100 hours

Additional Requirements for This Role:

Education: Bachelor of Education or equivalent.

Experience: At least 5 years experience as a teacher and a minimum of 2 years working in an international school. Prior experience as a middle leader or senior leader.

Certifications: Middle Leader training – NPQML/SL or equivalent, Safeguarding, Well-being certifications.