Deputy Head of Primary

Job Summary

American Gulf School is seeking to appoint a highly inspirational, motivated, and dynamic Deputy Head of Primary School to lead our amazing Primary Years Program. Following a hugely successful launch, American Gulf School will be expanding with more classes offering the same excellent standard of education that our parents have come to expect.

The ideal candidates will have the following:

• Strong leadership skills.
• A Creative and innovative thinker.
• Ability to motivate and effectively manage a team of young and dynamic educators.
• Strong ability to effectively engage with children, parents, and staff.
• Hard-working, dedicated, and committed to the school to ensure Academic Excellence.
• Able to train and conduct PD sessions using best practices.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks.

Requirements

• Education Required: Bachelor.
• Minimum Teaching Experience: 5 years of teaching experience.
• Major: Education.
• Education Required: Bachelor’s degree minimum.
• Preferred Education: Master’s degree in Educational Leadership.
• Minimum Teaching Experience: 5 years of teaching experience.
• Native-like level of English or have an IELTS of 8 or above.
• Major: Education / Primary Education.
• Previous experience in an American/IB school preferred.

Job Benefits

• Annual airfare to home country provided.
• Studio accommodation is provided or housing allowance.
• 4 day working week.
• Professional development will be fully/partially funded.
• Medical Insurance.