Head of School, Russia (Ref#066)

OVERVIEW

The Head of School (HoS) is the school's chief executive officer (CEO). The HoS is responsible for carrying out all aspects of the school's purposes, educational objectives, and policies, as established by the Board and as reflected in the bylaws, and developing internal policy in agreement with the school's philosophy, mission, values, and goals. 

The school is committed to providing quality international Christian education in English. Education for the whole student based on a foundation of Biblical truth in an international and nurturing environment, developing students spiritually, academically, and culturally. To grow in the love of Jesus Christ and knowledge of Biblical principles that govern their relationships with others and to apply their faith to the realities of living in the secular world To establish a passion for learning, and a desire to explore and investigate, using the skills of critical reasoning and creative thinking. To cultivate skills to thrive cross-culturally as they learn to respect, appreciate, and evaluate their own culture, the host culture, and other cultures around the world. Enrollment accepted for students entering kindergarten through twelfth grade (K-12).

*A more detailed job description will be provided after application.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE 

• Masters in School Administration or Christian Leadership
• Meets ACSI certification requirements.
• 2 years of administrative experience as Principal or Assistant Principal.
• 3 years minimum of classroom experience
• Some level of proficiency in the Russian language is preferred, though not required

Compensation Disclaimer:

Please note that this opportunity is with a Christian non-profit organization. Candidates should be aware that this opportunity requires supplemental income to maintain the standard of living for the region where the position is posted. Successful candidates will need to be able to supplement the provided income as needed through their own efforts. We appreciate your understanding and consideration of this requirement when applying for this opportunity.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Spiritual Climate at School

• Model Christ-like behavior and attitudes.
• Cultivate the spiritual health of the staff and students 
• Ensure that the educational content and activities reflect a Biblical worldview and ethic.

School and Educational Operations

• Assure the development of high-performance standards in educational achievement according to ACSI accreditation standards. 
• Ensure the creation and implementation of a comprehensive school development plan.
• Ensure that order and discipline are maintained in accordance with school policy. In typical cases, the Head of School is the last line of responsibility for student and staff discipline.
• Responsible for ensuring excellence in student enrollment, admissions, and retention. 

​School and Business Operations

• Presents the annual financial budget to the Board for approval and abides by it 
• Presents regular financial reports to the Board at the request of the Board. 
• Responsible for developing, using, and maintaining the school's facilities, equipment, property, and transportation.

School Relationships

• Maintain visibility with the Board, faculty and staff, students, and parents.
• Maintains an active presence in Board meetings and ongoing proceedings.
• Provides regular HoS reports and keeps the Board informed.

Faculty and Staff Employment

• Responsible for recruiting and hiring new faculty and staff.
• Maintains accessibility to faculty and staff.
• Assures that faculty and staff are committed to the school's philosophy, mission statement, and instructional goals.
• Acts as the primary supervisor of faculty and staff care.

Disclaimer:

By applying for this position, you acknowledge that your application and related personal information may be shared with our partners and clients for the purpose of evaluating your suitability for potential job opportunities. You may be contacted directly by our partners regarding your application. We value your privacy and will handle your information in accordance with our privacy policy. Thank you for your understanding!