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Job title : Head Teacher
Job Location : Lagos
Deadline : November 15, 2024
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Job Description
Strategic Leadership
- Collaborate with senior leadership to define and implement a vision for the school, driving achievement and inspiring staff and students.
- Lead by example in raising educational standards and fostering a culture of excellence.
Teaching and Learning
- Oversee curriculum development to ensure a balanced, high-quality educational experience.
- Monitor teaching practices, set goals, and ensure alignment with best practices to maximize student potential.
- Foster an organized and engaging learning environment.
Team and Stakeholder Collaboration
- Build strong relationships with staff, students, and parents, promoting a culture of trust and motivation.
- Lead professional development initiatives and encourage continuous improvement among staff.
Organizational and Resource Management
- Ensure efficient use of resources, including budgeting and performance management.
- Promote a safe, effective, and inclusive learning environment, embracing change and improvement.
- Oversee staff recruitment and manage performance appraisals.
Accountability and Reporting
- Ensure adherence to legal and contractual obligations, including school policies, safeguarding, and equal opportunities.
- Lead self-evaluation and use data-driven insights to improve student outcomes.
- Communicate school performance transparently to all stakeholders.
Community Engagement and Collaboration
- Foster partnerships with external agencies, other schools, and the local community to enhance learning experiences.
- Collaborate with parents and carers to support student development and well-being.
Requirements
- A higher education degree, preferably in Education, Educational Leadership, or related field. A Master’s in Education is advantageous.
- A minimum of 20 years of teaching experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or management role in an international school.
- Proven track record of raising academic standards and leading school improvement initiatives.
- Strong strategic leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to inspire and motivate staff and students.
- In-depth knowledge of curriculum development and best practices in teaching and learning across all key stages.
- Experience in monitoring and evaluating teaching quality, setting performance targets, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with staff, parents, and external stakeholders.
- Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills to address challenges effectively.
- Experience in financial planning, resource allocation, and performance management.
- Ability to manage staff recruitment, development, and appraisals to promote school growth and success.
- Experience in engaging parents and caregivers to promote student development and well-being.
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