Middle School Principal (KSA-Jeddah)

The MS Principal works in close cooperation with the staff of the middle school, administrators of AISJ, parents, scholars, and other members of the community to determine common educational goals and objectives that will provide for an effective educational program directed toward meeting the intellectual, emotional and social needs of each scholar; to act as the educational leader and manager of all aspects of the operation in the MS division; to create an atmosphere conducive to student learning at the highest possible level appropriate to age group.

Job Description

Managerial

Oversee MS division academic policies and procedures including scheduling, teacher & room assignment, and discipline

Implement School Board Policy pertaining to the assigned school

Establish and actively pursue the school’s vision and mission in collaboration with all stakeholders.

Establish and manage student accounting and attendance procedures at the assigned school.

Create and actualize the budget for the middle school, staying within the developed boundaries.

Account for all needs within the middle school in terms of curricular materials, furniture, rooms, etc. Plan to ensure that these components are in place.  

Develop work groups and monitor their progress.

Oversee the selection and acquisition of instructional materials and equipment

Set high standards and expectations for self, others and the School; and provide recognition and celebration for E.S. Students, Staff and school accomplishments.

Create a positive and fair work environment where teachers and other staff feel enthusiastic about work.

Create a culture that values learning, reading, community engagement, and respect

Deal with problems associated with change, build teams to accomplish plans, goals, priorities and work with parents to resolve complaints or concerns.

Establish procedures to be used and provide leadership in the event of any incident that may lead the MS division towards any kind of disruptive situation, 

Assign tasks and supervise personnel in task accomplishment, and supervise the operation, activities and functions at the MS division

Adjust strategies to accommodate unexpected and situations

Participate in developing the school’s strategic plan, calendar, staffing plan, workforce plan; manage and administer MS functions relating to these items

Supervise and monitor the accurate and timely completion of data collection and reporting requirements

Direct the development of the master staffing schedule and assign teachers according to the identified needs

Delegate responsibilities to appropriate staff members

Delegate functions and responsibilities to the Assistant Principal in such a manner that the total program operates effectively; supports training for the Assistant Principal’s professional growth

 Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

Oversee and participate in all aspects of curriculum design & instruction, including core curriculum, arts, elective, and PE.

Provide leadership and direction for the implementation and evaluation of curriculum and instruction at the assigned school, consistent with the School’s goals and priorities.

Oversee the administration of the testing program for the school.

Recruitment & Selection

As part of the hiring committee, interview, select qualified candidates to be recommended for appointment in the area of her/his jurisdiction

In coordination with HR. review job descriptions for MS vacancies

Researches and reviews appropriate candidates for Middle School positions, including support roles.

Assign newly hired candidates to specific roles within the Middle School