Principal (IB School)

at  UCSI International School Sdn Bhd

NATURE AND SCOPE OF JOB:

An effective school is dependent on school administrators and the quality of leadership they provide. The School Principal will provide the overall leadership and management of the educational programme for the School in achieving academic excellence. The Principal is responsible for the direction and supervision of all personnel who perform their respective functions within the school in Springhill. The Principal is required to work collaboratively to direct and nurture all members of the school and to communicate effectively with parents. Inherent in the position are the responsibilities for scheduling, curriculum development, extracurricular activities, personnel management, emergency procedures, and facility operations. The Principal reports to the CEO, UCSI Group of Schools.

• Guiding Principles
• Supports and advances the Mission and Vision of UCSI International School Springhill.
• Supports the Board of Governors and CEO in managing the school and in decision making.
• Supports student learning and achievement through cooperative effort and best practices.
• Supports and promotes school curriculum based upon the IB goals and mission.
• Supports and advances international education.
• Incorporates current research and best practices in decision making.
• Brings growth to the student population.

SPECIFICATIONS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Specifications and Qualifications
• It is expected that the Principal will demonstrate the following skills, knowledge and qualities:
• An outstanding educator with a focus on student learning, and committed to excellence
• A Masters Degree (or pursuing one) in Education, Education Administration or Curriculum Studies
• A minimum of ten years teaching experience, with at least five in a leadership role
• Extensive experience with the IB PYP, IB MYP and IB DP
• Strong communication, presentation, leadership and interpersonal skills and abilities.
• Experienced in developing and implementing professional development
• An ability to work independently and to be an effective leader and manager of a team
• An IB recognized trainer and participated in a range of IB regional workshops
• A strong ability to meet timelines
• An ability to pay attention to detail
• Excellent conflict resolution and interpersonal skills with the ability and desire to work collaboratively with the school community including students, staff, and parents
• Excellent intervention strategies and effective leadership and decision making abilities
• Strong background in classroom supervision and instruction;
• Ability to plan budget requirements of the school
• Committed to internationalism in education
• Have expertise and value IT as an educational tool
• Pro-active and self-motivated, with leadership experience, passion and drive
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, possess a mature attitude and be a good team player.
• Ability to understand local rules and regulations and market trends in education
• Flexible and willing to take on occasional responsibilities outside standard duties and responsibilities
• Willing to travel and work on weekends during recruiting seasons

An effective school is dependent on school administrators and the quality of leadership they provide. The School Principal will provide the overall leadership and management of the educational programme for the School in achieving academic excellence. The Principal is responsible for the direction and supervision of all personnel who perform their respective functions within the school in Springhill. The Principal is required to work collaboratively to direct and nurture all members of the school and to communicate effectively with parents. Inherent in the position are the responsibilities for scheduling, curriculum development, extracurricular activities, personnel management, emergency procedures, and facility operations. The Principal reports to the CEO, UCSI Group of Schools.

• Guiding Principles
• Supports and advances the Mission and Vision of UCSI International School Springhill.
• Supports the Board of Governors and CEO in managing the school and in decision making.
• Supports student learning and achievement through cooperative effort and best practices.
• Supports and promotes school curriculum based upon the IB goals and mission.
• Supports and advances international education.
• Incorporates current research and best practices in decision making.
• Brings growth to the student population