Position Overview
The Vice Principal supports the Principal in leading the school’s academic, operational, and cultural development. This role requires fluency in both Arabic and English, a deep understanding of local and international educational standards, and strong familiarity with the UAE inspection framework (e.g., ADEK, KHDA, or SPEA).
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Strategy
- Assist in developing and executing the school’s strategic plan in alignment with inspection standards.
- Lead school improvement initiatives and contribute to the School Evaluation Framework (SEF) and School Improvement Plan (SIP).
- Support the Principal in decision-making, policy implementation, and staff performance management.
- Academic Oversight
- Monitor curriculum delivery across Arabic and English subjects, ensuring alignment with national and international benchmarks.
- Oversee assessment procedures, including MAP, CAT4, and internal evaluations.
- Guide instructional practices and promote inclusive, differentiated teaching strategies.
- Staff Development
- Mentor and evaluate teaching and support staff.
- Organize professional development aligned with inspection recommendations and school goals.
- Lead recruitment and onboarding of qualified bilingual educators.
- Compliance & Inspection Readiness
- Ensure full compliance with Ministry of Education regulations and inspection frameworks.
- Prepare documentation and lead internal audits for inspection visits.
- Address feedback from inspectors and implement improvement plans.
- Student Welfare & Discipline
- Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive school culture.
- Oversee student behavior management and pastoral care systems.
- Collaborate with counselors and SEN coordinators to support diverse learner needs.
- Community Engagement
- Foster strong relationships with parents and the wider school community.
- Communicate effectively in both Arabic and English across all stakeholder groups.
- Represent the school at public events, conferences, and ministry meetings.
Qualifications & Experience
Requirement
Details
Education
Master’s in Educational Leadership or equivalent
Languages
Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written)
Experience
Minimum 5–8 years in education, with 2+ years in leadership
Knowledge
UAE inspection frameworks (ADEK, KHDA, SPEA), curriculum standards
Skills
Strategic planning, staff development, bilingual communication, data analysis
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED13,000.00 - AED15,000.00 per month