Adilstone Group
School Principal, Mexico (Ref#066)
Adilstone Group, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
OVERVIEWThis client is seeking an experienced, purpose-driven educator to serve as its full-time
School Principal
starting in August 2024. The School Principal oversees all aspects of the academic realm, from classroom climate to planning, instruction, and assessment to curriculum needs, as well as appropriate staffing of classes, while also managing any discipline/conflict issues among students, families, and/or staff, encouraging all to deal with any concerns in a Christian manner. The principal also oversees all standardized testing, staff recruitment and care, and student event planning.This school enrolls international students from 1st through 12th grades and has approximately eight full-time teachers and a comparable number of part-time teachers.The school provides a biblically-focused education with an English-language US curriculum to serve families seeking a Christian education in an international environment that promotes holistic growth and academic excellence.IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEAn enthusiastic, authentic and vibrant Christian faith and compatibility with the school’s Statement of FaithAt least five years’ experience as an educator with a passionate commitment to K-12 educationFluency in written and spoken EnglishDemonstrated leadership ability in an educational or other non-profit settingAn ability to command the respect of all the school’s constituencies, especially the students and their parents, the teachers and staff, and the boardPreferred requirements:A Master’s degree in Education or Administration, or comparable qualificationAt least three years’ experience teaching in a K-12 settingConversational SpanishProfessional experience in a cross-cultural educational settingA three-year commitmentJOB DESCRIPTIONSchool Planning & DevelopmentDevelop and revise the school's continuous improvement plan based on its mission and vision.Use stakeholder data to refine areas of weakness and improve school performance.Present and inform the board regularly about the school’s progress and current conditions.Conduct annual reviews and practice drills for safety and emergency policies.Regularly evaluate and update safeguarding policies and practices.Staff and Student RecruitmentPromote the school and recruit new staff and students through various channels.Review applications and oversee testing for new students.Oversee the development of promotional materials, including the school website and social media.Support and Encourage StaffUpdate personnel job descriptions annually.Inform staff of school policies and provide professional development opportunities.Encourage staff unity and address conflicts following established principles.Regularly observe and evaluate teachers for growth and development.School Culture and Extracurricular ActivitiesPlan and provide opportunities for extracurricular activities to support staff and students.Oversee chapel arrangements and spiritual emphasis activities.Organize school events to build a positive school culture.Academic OversightEstablish and manage the yearly academic calendar and class schedules.Oversee standardized testing and ensure curriculum alignment with the school's mission and vision.Gather and analyze data to improve academic performance and adjust curriculum as needed.Oversee graduation ceremonies and keep handbooks current.Financial ManagementCollaborate with the Financial Administrator to manage the school budget.Review financial reports regularly and ensure spending aligns with the school's mission.Inform staff of budget allocations and approve necessary purchases.New Staff IntegrationAssist new staff with cultural and logistical integration, including visa paperwork and language learning.Help new staff find local churches and household furnishings as needed.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!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.
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School Principal
starting in August 2024. The School Principal oversees all aspects of the academic realm, from classroom climate to planning, instruction, and assessment to curriculum needs, as well as appropriate staffing of classes, while also managing any discipline/conflict issues among students, families, and/or staff, encouraging all to deal with any concerns in a Christian manner. The principal also oversees all standardized testing, staff recruitment and care, and student event planning.This school enrolls international students from 1st through 12th grades and has approximately eight full-time teachers and a comparable number of part-time teachers.The school provides a biblically-focused education with an English-language US curriculum to serve families seeking a Christian education in an international environment that promotes holistic growth and academic excellence.IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEAn enthusiastic, authentic and vibrant Christian faith and compatibility with the school’s Statement of FaithAt least five years’ experience as an educator with a passionate commitment to K-12 educationFluency in written and spoken EnglishDemonstrated leadership ability in an educational or other non-profit settingAn ability to command the respect of all the school’s constituencies, especially the students and their parents, the teachers and staff, and the boardPreferred requirements:A Master’s degree in Education or Administration, or comparable qualificationAt least three years’ experience teaching in a K-12 settingConversational SpanishProfessional experience in a cross-cultural educational settingA three-year commitmentJOB DESCRIPTIONSchool Planning & DevelopmentDevelop and revise the school's continuous improvement plan based on its mission and vision.Use stakeholder data to refine areas of weakness and improve school performance.Present and inform the board regularly about the school’s progress and current conditions.Conduct annual reviews and practice drills for safety and emergency policies.Regularly evaluate and update safeguarding policies and practices.Staff and Student RecruitmentPromote the school and recruit new staff and students through various channels.Review applications and oversee testing for new students.Oversee the development of promotional materials, including the school website and social media.Support and Encourage StaffUpdate personnel job descriptions annually.Inform staff of school policies and provide professional development opportunities.Encourage staff unity and address conflicts following established principles.Regularly observe and evaluate teachers for growth and development.School Culture and Extracurricular ActivitiesPlan and provide opportunities for extracurricular activities to support staff and students.Oversee chapel arrangements and spiritual emphasis activities.Organize school events to build a positive school culture.Academic OversightEstablish and manage the yearly academic calendar and class schedules.Oversee standardized testing and ensure curriculum alignment with the school's mission and vision.Gather and analyze data to improve academic performance and adjust curriculum as needed.Oversee graduation ceremonies and keep handbooks current.Financial ManagementCollaborate with the Financial Administrator to manage the school budget.Review financial reports regularly and ensure spending aligns with the school's mission.Inform staff of budget allocations and approve necessary purchases.New Staff IntegrationAssist new staff with cultural and logistical integration, including visa paperwork and language learning.Help new staff find local churches and household furnishings as needed.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!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.
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