Head of Senior School (Years 9-12)

Head of Senior School (Years 9-12) - January 2025

About the Role:

We are excited to announce an exceptional opportunity for an experienced educational leader to join a prestigious international school as the Head of Senior School (Years 9-12). This role offers a career-defining opportunity in a unique and enriching environment, commencing in January 2025.

Responsibilities:

• Provide professional leadership and direction to faculty and staff within the Senior School.
• Foster a holistic, dynamic, and forward-thinking learning environment.
• Collaborate closely with the Senior Leadership Team, VCE Coordinator, Heads of Department, Senior School Teachers, Head of Boarding, and the Director of VCE and Culture Advisor.
• Ensure high standards of achievement, curriculum quality, and teaching excellence in the Senior School.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of all students.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of 15 years of teaching experience.
• Experience with VCE, CAIE, IB, IEB, or other reputable international curricula.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Proven ability to build caring rapport with students, faculty, staff, and parents.
• Three or more years of experience in a senior leadership position (Deputy/Senior School Principal experience preferred).
• Experience in international education, preferably in South-East Asia.
• Cultural awareness, empathy, and diplomacy.
• Strong administrative skills and exemplary interpersonal relationships.
• High level of collaborative skills and high expectations of teachers and students.
• Creativity and solutions-focused thinking.
• Understanding of student wellbeing and educational technology.

Qualifications:

• Teaching Degree, or Degree and PGCE.
• Clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and/or police check.

About the School:

Located in a lush, green environment just 30 minutes from central Kuala Lumpur, the school is purpose-built and generously resourced. The school partners with a renowned institution in Victoria, Australia, delivering the Victorian Curriculum and the Victoria Certificate of Education. The diverse and dynamic teaching faculty, composed of international staff, fosters a supportive and community-driven atmosphere.

Remuneration Package:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Benefits include flights for self and dependants, free medical insurance, visa costs, baggage allowance, and professional development opportunities.
• Subsidised postgraduate study through a prominent university for successful candidates and their children.
• Initial contract for two years, renewable by mutual consent.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to send the following to contact@aristotleteachers.com  by August 9, 2024:

• A cover letter (not exceeding two pages) outlining how you meet the required attributes.
• A resume, including three professional referees (one must be your current line manager).

Join a progressive and dynamic team dedicated to excellence in international education. We look forward to receiving your application.