Principal - College at Tonia International School

Location: Orile Iganmu, Lagos

An International secondary school in  Lagos seeks a visionary team-oriented educator and leader to serve as a school principal. The principal will lead the school into the future in leadership development, academic excellence, with personal and social maturity. The principal must be a committed, mature and effective leader who understands international education and has experience in teaching and administration at the basic and advanced education level (Junior & Senior Secondary School). The principal must be able to interact with students, communicate with parents and relate to the greater school community. He/she must exhibit strong Educational and Instructional Leadership, People and Relational Leadership, Operational Leadership, Business Management Expertise and Professional Management and Growth

Roles and Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day school operations
• Manage school logistics and budgets
• Set learning goals for students and teachers based on national & International curricula.
• Maintain an updated school curriculum reflective of the adopted education system
• Monitor and report on teacher performance
• Present data from school performance to school owner
• Research new resources and techniques to improve teaching
• Interview, hire & Fire school personnel as necessary
• Review and implement school policies
• Provide guidance and counselling to teachers
• Handle emergencies and school crises
• Organize school events and assemblies
• Ensure a safe and clean environment for students (e.g. implementing hygiene rules)
• Attend conferences to gain knowledge on current educational trends
• Candidate would be expected and supported in the undergoing of personal and professional developmental courses.
• Implementing and monitoring school policies and safety protocols
• Overviewing administrative tasks (e.g. updating employee records)
• Deliver on agreed upon Key Performance Indicators set by Board.
• Make decisions on departments and funding options
• Set a good example for children for positive development

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• ·First Degree in any relevant field Masters Degree is an added advantage 10-year continuous teaching experience.
• Experience in Curriculum development and implementation. In-depth knowledge of Canadian or British curriculum
• 3 - 6 years’ experience as Vice Principal, Principal Educational professional certificate is an added advantage

Competences:

• Communication skills.
• Critical-thinking skills.
• Decision-making skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• 21st Century educational skill
• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good Knowledge and use of ICT