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The Universal American School Kuwait Hawally, Kuwait License required
Start in November, 2025
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Elementary School Principal
The Universal American School Kuwait
Hawally, Kuwait
Start date: December 2025
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- Director/Principal
- Master
- 5 years of teaching experience
- Teaching Credential/License
Position: Elementary Principal (Principal/Division Head)
Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Master's Degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or related field
- At least 8 years of experience in an educational leadership role
- Strong understanding of the Common Core curriculum framework
- Proven track record of effective leadership, strategic planning, and staff development
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to foster a positive learning environment for students, teachers, and parents
Values and Attitudes:
- Passionate about promoting student success and well-being
- Committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
- Dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive school community
- Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and ethical behavior in all interaction
The Universal American School – Kuwait, (UAS), is a non-profit, private, coeducational, college-preparatory day school serving a multi-national student body of approximately 1800 students from nursery to grade 12. The school’s Owner: Mrs. Nora Al Ghanim is supported by an Advisory Board composed of 7 members who represent various aspects of Kuwait’s Business, Academic, Medical, and Political demographics. UAS is a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS) and is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).
The Universal American School, celebrating its 48th year as a non-profit, private co-educational, college-preparatory day school serving an international student body of approximately 1730 Pre-School-12 students. Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), the school is located on a two-acre site in Hawally, a suburb of Kuwait City.
All teachers are highly qualified and experienced educators. UAS offers an American, student-centered academic program, enhanced with a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) options. Extra-curricular offerings include student government, National Honor Society, Model United Nations, drama, art, computer, and sustainability. Additionally, a variety of athletics (basketball, swimming, soccer, volleyball, badminton, and track & field), and the Center for Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS) round out a well-balanced learning community.
Our facility features swimming pools, an indoor gymnasium, a 320-seat auditorium, a well-equipped health clinic, and four high school and two middle school science labs. The school utilizes a wireless technology environment with a well-developed Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program.
UAS graduates attend top universities as global citizens. We invite you to join something truly special. Please visit our website at www.uas.edu.kw for more specifics about our school.
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