Head of Elementary (Expatriate / Nigerian) at Moyosola Olalekan

Location: Lekki, Lagos

Job Summary

• The Head of Elementary will coordinate administrative oversight and plan all phases of instructional leadership for the school including educational programming, administration, budgetary planning, discipline, and counseling services.

Key Duties / Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily management of the school and office.
• Oversee educators in the school, providing periodic observations and evaluations that are timely and constructive and completed based on the timetables set by the school district.
• Offer additional training and guidance as necessary based on evaluations of professional staff.
• Evaluate the performance of clerical, janitorial, etc.
• Ensure a productive learning environment through continual collaboration with teachers, students, and parents.
• Facilitate opportunities to connect with students by being present and available during arrival and dismissal, by appearing at school functions, and by meeting with students.
• Enforce disciplinary policies and procedures with students.
• Participate in parent meetings and conferences and acts as intermediary between parents, teachers, and students to deal with a variety of needs or issues.
• Maintain competency and student academic achievement as prescribed by the school board.
• Preside over staff meetings.
• Ensure completion of routine and required paperwork including attendance reports, test results, and licensing information for students, educators, staff, and school management.
• Coordinate staff development for faculty and staff; provides instruction if needed.
• Oversee the allocation of supplies and equipment.
• Oversee and implements the school budget, approving new programs and expenditures as appropriate.
• Represent the school in community activities and meetings.
• Interact with various stakeholders to foster a positive relationship between the school and community including the PTA, community organizations, and leaders.
• Collaborate with other educators to choose and develop curriculum and textbooks that align with national standard and British curriculum.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Master's Degree in Educational Management and Planning or related field
• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in elementary education and 3 years in leadership.
• International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and British curriculum
• Experience with multicultural and dynamic environment.                                   

Soft Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to professionally and effectively communicate with educators, parents, and community leaders.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Extremely effective administration of multifaceted operations.
• Knowledge of best practices in education and educational administration.

Salary
Negotiable.