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Deputy Head of Secondary
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Northlands School
Olivos, ArgentinaJob Description
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
To facilitate the teaching and learning process, ensuring a strong focus on student learning outcomes.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES / GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Management / Administration
- Collaborate with the coordination of the IGCSE programme.
- Lead the development of a Strategic Plan for the Secondary School aligned with the School Strategic Plan and Mission.
- Lead the development of the Secondary School five-year improvement plan and annual plan aligned with the strategic goals.
- Oversee the Secondary Professional Development Plan in line with the Secondary School Improvement Plan.
Leadership / Team Management
- Guide and maintain effective teams so curriculum leaders can develop cooperative and constructive working relationships that promote high-quality teaching and learning practices.
- Support curriculum leaders in initiating, planning, and implementing programmes in response to emerging educational needs and priorities.
- Critically evaluate and reflect on professional practices and support staff in developing their skills through participation in professional development programmes.
- Foster a culture of high expectations.
- Monitor and evaluate Secondary School performance.
- Demonstrate and model the School Values.
- Ensure, together with Curriculum Leaders, that teaching practices align with the school’s mission, vision, and values.
- Oversee staff performance in the Secondary School, including teacher appraisal and performance development processes.
- Participate in and supervise recruitment and induction processes for new Secondary School staff.
Curriculum / Academic
Promote and develop academic excellence within the Secondary School.
Conduct classroom observations to ensure the quality of the teaching and learning process.
Oversee the implementation of the Secondary School curriculum.
Ensure that assessment recording and reporting procedures are of high quality.
Demonstrate teaching and learning practices that generate outstanding student achievement.
Inspire excellence in professional practice.
Stay up to date with current trends in curriculum design and development.
Promote the use of data and information to improve effective teaching practices.
Ensure the implementation of the Inclusion Policy.
Supervise and participate in the implementation of the Outdoor Education Programme.
Oversee student wellbeing, discipline, and academic honesty together with the PSE team.
Support the development of School Values, IB learner profile attributes, and Approaches to Learning skills to help students achieve realistic learning and career goals.
Supervise support provided to students with special educational needs alongside the LSU team.
Oversee the admissions process for new students.
Supervise the selection process of student leadership teams (Prefects, Captains, Ambassadors, and Student Council) and foster leadership skills development.
Families
Meet with families regarding academic, disciplinary, and social matters.
Conduct admissions interviews with prospective families.
Support teachers during meetings with families when require
Subject & Grade Level
Job Benefits
Education
University or tertiary degree required.
Experience
Previous experience in educational leadership or management positions (mandatory).
Competencies
- People Leadership (mandatory)
- Strategic Planning (mandatory)
- Business Acumen (mandatory)
- Results Orientation (mandatory)
- Continuous Improvement Orientation
- Flexibility
- Adaptability
- Assertive Communication
- Exponential Learning Mindset
- Negotiation Skills
- Interpersonal Sensitivity
BENEFIT
- Attractive expatriate package
- Accommodation and relocation assistance
- International health coverage
- Full tuition support for dependent children
- Flights and visa assistance
- Strong professional development culture
- Supportive international community
- Excellent holiday schedule and work-life balance
- Leadership opportunities within a growing institution
- Collaborative and innovative educational environment
- Opportunity to contribute to whole-school strategic development
Job Requirements
ROLE CHALLENGES
- Act as a bridge between parties to facilitate communication, agreements, and conflict resolution.
- Help stakeholders understand and align around projects and initiatives that need to move forward.
- Clearly communicate the rationale behind unilateral decisions when necessary.
RESPONSIBILITY IN DECISION-MAKING
Decision-Making
- Make decisions while considering the perspectives of those responsible for implementation.
Recommendations
- Curriculum design recommendations.
- Recommendations to LSU regarding students.
POSITION WITHIN THE ORGANIZATION – NORDELTA
Positions Reporting to the Role
- Heads of Department
- Coordinators (IGCSE, PSE, Secondary)
- Academic and Level Secretaries
- Teachers
POSITION WITHIN THE ORGANIZATION – OLIVOS
Positions Reporting to the Role
- Vice Principal
- Secondary Coordinator
- PSE Coordinator / Head of Tutors
- Heads of Department
- ESD Coordinator
- Secretaries
ENVIRONMENT
External Contacts
- Families
- Educational inspectors
- Leaders from other schools
- Therapeutic support professionals
External Factors Affecting the Role
- Provincial Ministry of Education regulations and administrative requirements.
About Northlands School
Av. de los Colegios, Rincón de Milberg, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
MISSION
NORTHLANDS is a coeducational, bilingual IB World School that, through caring and innovative teaching, educates young people to the full extent of their individual potential. It is a school that values its Anglo-Argentine roots, while respecting all cultures, religions and nationalities. It offers an all-encompassing, warm, cordial and friendly environment which is reflected in its motto: Friendship and Service. Graduates are individuals whose integrity and moral values lead them to choose freely what is right.
VISION
After having proudly celebrated our first 100 years in 2020, our vision at NORTHLANDS is that we approach teaching, learning and living in the spirit of the International Baccalaureate, encouraging our students to achieve their personal best by uncovering their talents and preparing them to become engaged global citizens, continuing to truly live up to our School motto.
We aim to strengthen our position as a leader in education and innovation by achieving outstanding international examination results, obtaining international accreditation, focusing on state-of-the-art technology, expanding our Education for Sustainable Development Projects, instilling a culture of healthy lifestyle choices, developing our campuses to meet the needs of our highly demanding programmes, and continuing to develop a closely knit community influenced by the diversity of our families.
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Education Teaching Jobs
Deputy Head of Secondary
Job Description
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
To facilitate the teaching and learning process, ensuring a strong focus on student learning outcomes.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES / GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Management / Administration
- Collaborate with the coordination of the IGCSE programme.
- Lead the development of a Strategic Plan for the Secondary School aligned with the School Strategic Plan and Mission.
- Lead the development of the Secondary School five-year improvement plan and annual plan aligned with the strategic goals.
- Oversee the Secondary Professional Development Plan in line with the Secondary School Improvement Plan.
Leadership / Team Management
- Guide and maintain effective teams so curriculum leaders can develop cooperative and constructive working relationships that promote high-quality teaching and learning practices.
- Support curriculum leaders in initiating, planning, and implementing programmes in response to emerging educational needs and priorities.
- Critically evaluate and reflect on professional practices and support staff in developing their skills through participation in professional development programmes.
- Foster a culture of high expectations.
- Monitor and evaluate Secondary School performance.
- Demonstrate and model the School Values.
- Ensure, together with Curriculum Leaders, that teaching practices align with the school’s mission, vision, and values.
- Oversee staff performance in the Secondary School, including teacher appraisal and performance development processes.
- Participate in and supervise recruitment and induction processes for new Secondary School staff.
Curriculum / Academic
Promote and develop academic excellence within the Secondary School.
Conduct classroom observations to ensure the quality of the teaching and learning process.
Oversee the implementation of the Secondary School curriculum.
Ensure that assessment recording and reporting procedures are of high quality.
Demonstrate teaching and learning practices that generate outstanding student achievement.
Inspire excellence in professional practice.
Stay up to date with current trends in curriculum design and development.
Promote the use of data and information to improve effective teaching practices.
Ensure the implementation of the Inclusion Policy.
Supervise and participate in the implementation of the Outdoor Education Programme.
Oversee student wellbeing, discipline, and academic honesty together with the PSE team.
Support the development of School Values, IB learner profile attributes, and Approaches to Learning skills to help students achieve realistic learning and career goals.
Supervise support provided to students with special educational needs alongside the LSU team.
Oversee the admissions process for new students.
Supervise the selection process of student leadership teams (Prefects, Captains, Ambassadors, and Student Council) and foster leadership skills development.
Families
Meet with families regarding academic, disciplinary, and social matters.
Conduct admissions interviews with prospective families.
Support teachers during meetings with families when require
Subject & Grade Level
Job Benefits
Education
University or tertiary degree required.
Experience
Previous experience in educational leadership or management positions (mandatory).
Competencies
- People Leadership (mandatory)
- Strategic Planning (mandatory)
- Business Acumen (mandatory)
- Results Orientation (mandatory)
- Continuous Improvement Orientation
- Flexibility
- Adaptability
- Assertive Communication
- Exponential Learning Mindset
- Negotiation Skills
- Interpersonal Sensitivity
BENEFIT
- Attractive expatriate package
- Accommodation and relocation assistance
- International health coverage
- Full tuition support for dependent children
- Flights and visa assistance
- Strong professional development culture
- Supportive international community
- Excellent holiday schedule and work-life balance
- Leadership opportunities within a growing institution
- Collaborative and innovative educational environment
- Opportunity to contribute to whole-school strategic development
Job Requirements
ROLE CHALLENGES
- Act as a bridge between parties to facilitate communication, agreements, and conflict resolution.
- Help stakeholders understand and align around projects and initiatives that need to move forward.
- Clearly communicate the rationale behind unilateral decisions when necessary.
RESPONSIBILITY IN DECISION-MAKING
Decision-Making
- Make decisions while considering the perspectives of those responsible for implementation.
Recommendations
- Curriculum design recommendations.
- Recommendations to LSU regarding students.
POSITION WITHIN THE ORGANIZATION – NORDELTA
Positions Reporting to the Role
- Heads of Department
- Coordinators (IGCSE, PSE, Secondary)
- Academic and Level Secretaries
- Teachers
POSITION WITHIN THE ORGANIZATION – OLIVOS
Positions Reporting to the Role
- Vice Principal
- Secondary Coordinator
- PSE Coordinator / Head of Tutors
- Heads of Department
- ESD Coordinator
- Secretaries
ENVIRONMENT
External Contacts
- Families
- Educational inspectors
- Leaders from other schools
- Therapeutic support professionals
External Factors Affecting the Role
- Provincial Ministry of Education regulations and administrative requirements.
Our Commitment
Please note that Teach Away provides information on behalf of schools and cannot accept liability for information provided or policies schools may adopt. Be sure to verify all details that apply to you, and check for the latest visa and work permit requirements. For any questions regarding job postings, please contact the school directly.
Teach Away believes in diversity and inclusivity, and that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and be considered fairly and equally for employment. We ensure all schools we work with adhere to our pledge to promote inclusivity and diversity in education and recruitment practices.
About Northlands School
Av. de los Colegios, Rincón de Milberg, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
MISSION
NORTHLANDS is a coeducational, bilingual IB World School that, through caring and innovative teaching, educates young people to the full extent of their individual potential. It is a school that values its Anglo-Argentine roots, while respecting all cultures, religions and nationalities. It offers an all-encompassing, warm, cordial and friendly environment which is reflected in its motto: Friendship and Service. Graduates are individuals whose integrity and moral values lead them to choose freely what is right.
VISION
After having proudly celebrated our first 100 years in 2020, our vision at NORTHLANDS is that we approach teaching, learning and living in the spirit of the International Baccalaureate, encouraging our students to achieve their personal best by uncovering their talents and preparing them to become engaged global citizens, continuing to truly live up to our School motto.
We aim to strengthen our position as a leader in education and innovation by achieving outstanding international examination results, obtaining international accreditation, focusing on state-of-the-art technology, expanding our Education for Sustainable Development Projects, instilling a culture of healthy lifestyle choices, developing our campuses to meet the needs of our highly demanding programmes, and continuing to develop a closely knit community influenced by the diversity of our families.