Elementary School Principal

We are inviting interested applicants who are good team players, enthusiastic, service-oriented, and professionally competent to join our dedicated team. REPORTS TO Head of School SUPERVISES Elementary School faculty and student groups JOB GOAL To provide leadership in the elementary school with a focus on delivering a distinctive Christian educational philosophy To develop an excellent educational and ministry program that maintains a safe and positive learning environment for students PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES Be accountable to the Head of School for operations of the elementary school Provide leadership in the accomplishment of the spiritual mission of the elementary school Be responsible for expediting directives from the Head of School concerning matters directly related to the elementary school and the operation of the school Be responsible for the efficient administration and effective functioning of the elementary school Manage personnel affairs at the Elementary school level, including recommending continuance, dismissal, or discipline of elementary staff in conjunction with the Head of School Assist the Head of School in the hiring of elementary faculty and staff members who are evangelical, mission-minded Christians, in agreement with the school's philosophy and statement of faith, agree to abide by school policies, meet academic/certification requirements, and are committed to the mission of the school and NICS Lead the elementary staff in such a way as to ensure that the mission/philosophy, vision, goals and objectives, and Statement of Faith of NICS and the local school are followed and/or achieved Be responsible for direct supervision of the elementary faculty Conduct elementary faculty meetings as needed or required Proofread elementary progress reports and report cards prior to dissemination to students/parents Coordinate the elementary chapel programs Coordinate special events related to the elementary program Supervise instruction, assist teachers, coordinate in-service programs, orientation, faculty meetings, etc. related to the elementary school Check teacher lesson plans and grade books for the elementary school Interview and make recommendations of new student admissions as delegated. Be responsible for the recruitment and admission process for elementary students Evaluate elementary programs and recommend changes as appropriate Provide checkouts for assigned staff at the end of the year including inventories, cleaning, storage, projected orders, etc. Provide leadership and assistance in the discipline of elementary students Evaluate elementary programs and personnel and recommend changes as appropriate Supports the marketing and communication department in the development and production of promotional materials Assist the Head of School by researching and recommending suggested policies for the efficient operation of the School Prepare and present any reports to the Head of School as requested Assist the Head of School with Parent-Teacher activities related to the School Assist the Head of School as needed in the development and dissemination of the school's Parent/Student Handbook and Faculty Handbook Assist the Head of School with staff development, retreats, etc. as requested and as needed Assist the Head of School and school business manager in the preparation and monitoring of the annual budget Observe each teacher in various teaching situations, following up each observation with a post-observation conference and written report as required by school policy Supervises and coaches teachers through the Professional Growth Plan and goal setting process Review elementary curriculum in collaboration with the MS/HS Principal, make suggestions for adoption, order and maintain inventories of materials, texts, supplies, etc. Work in coordination with the Head of School and other Principals in the development of duty rosters, use of facilities, and schedules Support faculty and staff in the routines of daily operations, e.g., attendance, records, grading, reporting, etc. Safeguard the interests of the school's mother organization (Network of International Christian Schools) and her mission Assist the Head of School with public relations, addressing requests, and answering inquiries Complete any other duties as assigned Oversees the execution of the ESL and learning support programs QUALIFICATIONS A Master's degree with a major in educational administration Meets certification requirements of recognized accrediting agency responsible for the issuance of school's accreditation Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Vice-president of NICS and the Head of School may find appropriate and acceptable. Experience leading in a cross-cultural, ministry-centered international school. If you are interested in applying, please send a cover letter and resume/CV to . Please notethat only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Learn more about working at International Community School (Singapore): #J-18808-Ljbffr