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Principal (Expat) needed in an International School - ( Job ID - 20713)
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Posted:
29 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
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Application Deadline:
27 August 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Head of School needed in a Premier IB School.
The requirement is for the Next Academic Year 2026 -2027 (Tentative joining around April / May 2026).
Candidate will have to sign a 3 year contract.
Candidate Type - Expatriate. Native English Speaker
Position Overview:
The Head of School is the academic and administrative leader responsible for implementing the school s vision and mission managing faculty and staff ensuring IB program fidelity and upholding academic excellence and student well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development and execution of the school s strategic goals.
Promote a strong IB ethos aligned with the school s mission and vision.
Oversee curriculum planning and delivery.
Drive innovation in teaching and learning methodologies.
Recruit retain and develop a high-performing team of educators and administrators.
Conduct teacher evaluations and provide professional development aligned with IB pedagogy.
Create a safe inclusive and nurturing environment for students.
Support holistic development in line with IB learner profile attributes.
Communicate effectively with parents and guardians.
Represent the school in public forums and build relationships with the community.
Develop and manage the school budget in coordination with the finance team.
Oversee infrastructure admissions events and safety protocols.
Qualifications & Experience:
Master s degree in Education or related field.
IB leadership training.
Minimum 20 years of experience in education with at least 10 years experience in IB.
5 years experience in IB school as Principal.
Proven experience with IB authorization and evaluation processes.
Excellent communication organizational and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead in multicultural and international contexts.
IB workshop leader examiner or school consultant experience.
Experience in handling all three IB programs (PYP MYP DP) and IGCSE.
Familiarity with international school accreditation standards (e.g. CIS NEASC).
Compensation:
Competitive salary and benefits aligned with international school standards.
Housing allowance Other Perks as mutually agreed
To Apply:
Mention Head of School IB in the subject line.
Key Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Infant Care
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Preschool Experience
- Special Education
- Teaching
- Administrative Experience
- Child Protective Services
- Childhood Development
- Experience with Children
- Toddler Care
