Upper School Principal

at  The International School of LuxembourgLuxembourg

SALARY:

Starting annual salary range EUR 142K to EUR 148K – 48 days holidays - digital lunch allowance card - relocation allowances and home leave travel allowances - Supplementary Pension scheme - access to professional development training.

designed to meet individual needs and build transferable skills;

• Connecting deeply with staff and students and upholding a welcoming, safe, an

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ROLE:

As the primary administrator of the Upper School, the Upper School Principal oversees its
day-to-day operations, ensuring the effective management of its programmes, staff, students,
and curriculum. They work closely with all stakeholders to create an inclusive, dynamic, and
supportive learning experience. The Principal reports directly to the School Director and is a key
member of the school’s leadership team.

SOME OF THE RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Building a collaborative learning community within which students, faculty, staff feel a
  sense of belonging and a joy for learning by being a kind, purposeful, present, and

visible leader;

• Ensuring that the operation of the Upper School reflects the school’s philosophy and that

the school’s mission and vision are implemented;

• Maintaining a culture of high expectations and academic excellence;
• Monitoring and evaluating the upper school’s academic performance and student

outcomes, using data and evidence to inform decision making;

• Ensuring that all students achieve their potential through learning experiences which are

designed to meet individual needs and build transferable skills;

• Connecting deeply with staff and students and upholding a welcoming, safe, and

respectful culture;

• Leading by example and upholding outstanding standards of professional conduct,

challenging the school’s staff body to strive for excellence;

• Fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration amongst staff and

students, encouraging creativity, diversity, and personal growth;

• Managing the upper school’s budget, resources, and facilities, ensuring they are used

efficiently and effectively to support the upper school’s operations and development;

• Inspiring a culture of innovation and collaboration that allows time and space to explore

and experiment with digital tools;

• Partnering with the Community Relations team to drive student enrollment;
• Maintaining and building upon positive relationships with parents and other stakeholders;
• Engaging meaningfully with the wider Luxembourg and international school community

as an outward-facing and charismatic ambassador for ISL;

• Overseeing the day-to-day management of the Upper School, including the

administration and supervision of systems and routines to ensure efficient operations;

• Keeping students, staff, the community, the Director, and the Board informed about

Upper School programmes and activities;

• Supporting the Director in running the whole school, and serving as acting Director when

necessary.