Secondary Vice Principal &DP Coordinator

Job Responsibilities for Vice Principal and DP Coordinator

School Preparation & Operational Management: Assist in the preparatory work for establishing the secondary school and support its daily academic and operational management after it opens.

Organizational Implementation: Facilitate the development and execution of the secondary school's organizational structure, staffing plan, role responsibilities, operational norms, and processes, ensuring a smooth opening and continuous operational efficiency.

Policy Development: Collaborate in the formulation, review, and implementation of policies governing the secondary school.

Strategic Planning & Projects: Engage in the organization, formulation, and execution of the secondary school's development initiatives and annual work plans.

Faculty Professional Growth: Identify and monitor the professional development needs of secondary school staff, assisting in coordinating relevant opportunities for their growth.

Academic Programme Support: Support the Secondary Principal in ensuring that all academic programmes comply with the standards and requirements of relevant accrediting bodies.

Timetabling & Staffing Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the Primary School Principal and the school leadership team to design, implement, and review the overall timetable and staffing requirements for the secondary division.

Student Welfare & Communication: Establish and maintain effective communication channels and linkages with the school service center, student affairs office, and parents' committee, ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of students.

Programme Leadership & Management: Provide dedicated leadership and daily management of the IB Diploma Programme, including curriculum oversight, assessment coordination, and resource management.

IB Standards & Authorization: Ensure that the Diploma Programme fully complies with all IB standards, practices, and procedures. Lead the school through the processes of authorization, programme evaluation, and any IB-related visits or reviews.

DP Faculty Coordination: Lead and support the DP teaching team. Facilitate collaborative unit planning, ensure the integrity of assessments, and organize in-house professional development tailored to the needs of the DP.

Student & Parent Guidance: Offer academic guidance and support to DP students on matters related to course selection, CAS, TOK, EE, and university aspirations. Maintain effective communication with DP parents regarding programme requirements, assessment, and student progress.

Application Process

Interested candidates please go to "APPLY FOR THIS JOB".

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend face-to-face and/or skype interview with our recruitment team.

Candidates are requested to provide three referees for pre-employment reference check from current and previous employers.  The referees must be the Principal, Head of school or the direct supervisor from the school management team.

ISA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  Candidates must be prepared to undergo child protection screening and appropriate background check.

General Requirements for International Teaching Positions

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in relevant subject area
• A recognized teaching qualification (e.g. BEd, PGCE)
• Minimum two years’ experience of classroom teaching in mainstream education sector
• Previous experience of teaching the IB curriculum is preferred, high potential candidates without IB experience might be considered
• Well-versed in various teaching resources including digital tools to support and enhance teaching and learning
• Sensitivity to the cultural differences
• A willingness to actively participate in the academic enrichment and co-curricular programmes