• Application Deadline: Tue, 31 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Head of Elementary (Expatriate / Nigerian)


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 10 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Education / Teaching 

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.