Deputy Head Of Academics {Whole School} - (For An International School Based In Nairobi)
Job summary
The Deputy Head Of Academics Provides Strategic And Instructional Leadership Across The Whole School To Ensure Excellence In Teaching, Learning, Curriculum Delivery, Assessment, And Academic Outcomes. The Role Oversees The Implementation And Alignment Of The Eyfs, Cambridge Primary, Igcse, A Level, And Btec Curricula While Promoting Innovation, Continuous Improvement, And Effective Integration Of Technology Into Learning And Teaching.
Min. qualification
Bachelors
Experience level
Senior level
Experience length
8 years
Language
English
Working hours
Full Time - 8 to 5
Applicant location
Kenya
Job description & requirements
Employer: An International School With Early Years, Primary, Secondary And A' Level
Salary: Kshs. 300,000 - 350,000 + Medical Cover + 100% Tuition Fee For One Child And 50% For The Second Child + Training & Professional Development
Requirements:
- Masters Degree In Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, Or Related Field.
- Bachelors Degree In Education Or Relevant Teaching Subject.
- Cambridge Professional Development Certifications Or International Curriculum Training Are Necessary.
- Proven Track Record Of Improving Academic Outcomes And Instructional Quality.
Experience:
- Minimum 8-10 Years Of Teaching Experience Within An International Or High Performing School With At Least 4-6 Years In Academic Leadership Roles Such As Head Of Academics, Deputy Principal, Head Of Secondary/Primary, Curriculum Coordinator Or Director Of Teaching & Learning.
- Demonstrated Experience With Eyfs, Cambridge Primary, Igcse, A Levels And Btec Pathways.
- Experience Leading Curriculum Development, Assessment Systems, And Teacher Performance Management.
- Strong Experience In Staff Coaching, Mentoring, And Professional Development.
- Experience Overseeing Multiple School Sections (Eyfs A Level).
- Experience Implementing Educational Technology And Digital Learning Initiatives.
- International School Experience In Multicultural Environments.
Responsibilities: -
- Academic Leadership: - Lead The Design, Implementation And Review Of Whole-School Academic Policies And Procedures.
- Curriculum Development & Implementation: - Oversee Curriculum Mapping, Planning And Progression To Ensure Continuity Across Year Groups And Sections.
- Assessment & Examinations: -Develop And Oversee Whole-School Assessment Policy And Framework.
- Teacher Development & Capacity Building: - Mentor, Coach And Support Teachers To Improve Instructional Practices.
- Quality Assurance & Standards: - Monitor Teaching And Learning Standards Across All Phases Of The School.
- Academic Innovation & Student Learning Support: - Promote Personalized Learning, Differentiated Instruction And Inclusion.
- Strategic Leadership:- Contribute To Whole-School Strategic Planning As Part Of The Senior Leadership Team (Slt).
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