Principle/Senior Principle

Operations Department Job Descriptions
Last Updated: 18 November 2015 BB
International Kindergarten Senior Principal
OVERALL POSITION PURPOSE
The International Kindergarten Senior Principal plays an essential role in helping to managing his/her campus staff and one to two other Campus Principals. The Senior Principal serves as the mentor to the Campus Principal(s) in the designated campus(es). Achieving academic excellence requires that the Senior Principal work collaboratively with the Campus Principal and staff to help lead and nurture all staff members and to communicate effectively with parents, members of the community, and colleagues in other campuses. Inherent in the position are the responsibilities for helping and mentoring with planning, curriculum implementation, program evaluation, extracurricular activities promotion and enrollment, personnel management, financial management, emergency procedures, resource scheduling, and facilities operation with the Campus Principal. The Senior Principal is also responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of campus marketing plans to ensure revenue yield enhancement of campus.
REPORTS TO: Regional Principal of Beijing; In the absence of the Head, reports to Director of Operations or Chief Operating Officer
RELATIONSHIPS
SUPERVISES: Principals of Designated Campus(es)
LIAISES WITH:
INTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS Etonkids Operations Department, Academic Departments (Chinese, EMTTA, English, R&D), Marketing Department, Human Resources Department, Other Campus Principals, Regional Academic Coaches
EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS External Community Stakeholders
Nature and Scope
Accountabilities
Campus Management
• Help new principals understand and grow their campuses; be responible for assisting the assigned campuses principals in all aspects of their designated campus in all different areas of campus operational management; and guide the designated campus principal in marketing, enrollment, and classroom management.
• Assist the designated Campus Principal to organize, manage, evaluate, and supervise effective and clear procedures for the operation and function of the entire campus consistent with the philosophy, mission, values, and goals of the organization; supervise areas including (but not limited to) instructional programs in the organization’s academic content standards, extracurricular activities, discipline systems to ensure a safe and orderly climate, financial management, facilities maintenance, program evaluation, personnel management, office operations, emergency procedures, and community relations; ensure compliance with all laws, administrative codes, organization policies, and regulations; and collect and analyze data regarding the needs and achievement of students, including local and organization assessments, and other pertinent information affecting the design and implementation of services and programs, using the information to recommend new programs and modifications to existing programs.
• Assist the Designated Campus Principal(s) to establish and maintain cogent working relationships
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with the organization’s other departments; develop formal presentation skills (either written or verbal) to highlight the International Kindergarten Senior and Campus Principal’s roles and the services that the roles provide; and be actively involved in the development of organization policies and procedures as well as their implementation and reinforcement of their use.
• Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and responsibility for behavior and lead the School Management Team in overseeing the implementation of the school’s planning of supplemental programs to support reform, developing the school-based budget, building parental and community support, and other reform requirements as identified by the organization. Inherent in the Whole Campus Model and supplemental programs to be implemented are the following elements:
o Improved student performance.
o Research based program of curriculum and instruction supported by and integrated with an appropriate array of research proven supplemental strategies.
o Campus-based leadership and decision making to ensure a comprehensive plan with annual student achievement targets, supported by parents, staff, and community members.
o Integration and alignment of campus functions aimed at student achievement of the organization content standards.
o Infusion of educational technology (where deemed appropriate by academic staff).
o Professional development for all staff focused on the achievement of the organization academic standards.
o Safe campus environment conducive to learning, including a campus security program.
o Coordination of resources for comprehensive student and family health and social services.
o Accountability system with rewards and sanctions related to the achievement of organization academic standards.
• Organize, manage, evaluate, and supervise effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the entire campus consistent with the philosophy, mission, values, and goals of the organization. This includes instructional programs in the organization’s academic content standards, extracurricular activities, discipline systems to ensure a safe and orderly climate, financial management, facilities maintenance, program evaluation, personnel management, office operations, emergency procedures, and community relations. Ensure compliance with all laws, administrative codes, organization policies and regulations; collect and analyze data regarding the needs and achievement of students, including local and organization assessments, and other pertinent information affecting the design and implementation of services and programs, using the information to recommend new programs and modifications to existing programs.
• Lead campus level planning processes to ensure the development, implementation, and evaluation of all school programs and activities. The planning processes shall include the development of the organization’s mandated campus level objectives, following the required procedures; establish a master schedule for instructional programs following organization guidance, ensuring sequential learning experiences for students that meet and exceed the organization curriculum content standards; supervise the instructional programs of the school, evaluating lesson plans and observing classes on a regular basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on learning and child growth and development, providing feedback to all academic teams; and ensure that the instructional programs engage the learner in tasks that require analytical and critical thinking, questioning the known, problem solving and creativity, that they address the range of skills and developmental needs found in the classroom, that they encourage the student to define individual goals and
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accept responsibility for learning, and that they provide a variety of methods for the student to demonstrate performance and achievement.
• Provide and supervise, in a fair and consistent manner, effective discipline and attendance systems with high standards, consistent with the philosophy, values, and mission of the organization, ensuring a safe, orderly environment that encourages students to take responsibility for behavior and creates high morale among staff and students; establish a professional rapport with students and with staff members that earns their respect; display the highest ethical and professional conduct and standards when working with students, parents, school personnel, and agencies associated with the school; and serve as a role model for students and staff, dressing professionally, demonstrating the importance and relevance of learning, accepting responsibility, and demonstrating pride in the education profession.
• Supervise all personnel assigned to the campus, establishing clear expectations for role, responsibilities, and performance to ensure that all job responsibilities are met and exceeded; ensure that each professional staff member develops a Professional Improvement Plan (PIP); ensure that personnel evaluation procedures are accomplished in a fair and consistent manner that encourages accountability, growth and excellence, in accordance with organization policy and contractual requirements; recommend to the designated departments the renewal, dismissal, withholding of increment, promotion, or other actions for all personnel assigned to the school, following established procedures and timelines; organize and nurture an effective leadership team of assistants and supervisors, with clear expectations for role, responsibilities, and performance, holding each individual accountable for the area of assignment; provide opportunities for effective staff development that address the needs of the instructional program and needs of the staff, including workshops, visitations, meetings, and sessions in which the staff shares successful practices and strategies; and organize and supervise assembly programs and comprehensive extra-curricular programs that support the organization goals and are appropriate for the young child.
• Develop with the School Management Team and recommend to the Regional Supervising Principal a budget for the school. Approve all purchases in accordance with organization policies and procedures; supervise the implementation of programs and events to raise campus enrollment that meet organization goals; implement an effective accounting and inventory system for all school supplies, materials, and equipment; implement procedures that create and maintain attractive, organized, functional, healthy, clean, and safe facilities, with proper attention to the visual, acoustic, and thermal environments; regularly inspect all facilities to ensure compliance with all applicable codes and regulations; submit a Monitoring Checklist and other facility reports as required; assume responsibility for the health, safety, and welfare of students, personnel, and visitors. Develop clearly understood procedures and provide regular drills for emergencies and disasters, following local government and organization guidelines; and notify the Regional Supervising Principal immediately of any unusual circumstances.
• Maintain visibility with students, staff, parents, and the community, attending campus and community functions regularly to demonstrate a genuine interest in the students and staff; organize and maintain a public relations system for the campus that consistently celebrates and informs parents and the community of the accomplishments of students and staff. The information provided should solicit community and parental support and understanding of the programs and services of the school; communicate regularly with parents, seeking their support and advice, so as to create a cooperative relationship to support students in the school; and maintain effective communications with agencies and resources outside of the school.
• Perform any duties that are within the scope of employment and certifications, as assigned by the Regional Supervising Principal and not otherwise organization policy; and fulfill additional duties
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and responsibilities that are in line with the employment contract as instructed by Etonkids management.
Qualifications, Skills, Experience, and Competencies
Qualifications
• Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Educational Leadership/Administration (or higher)
• Minimum 15 years in preschool/kindergarten early childhood education experience
• TEFL/TESOL/ELL Certification (preferred)
• 0-3 or 3-6 Montessori Certification (preferred)
• 5 years preschool teaching experience
• 8 years academic management and leadership experience
• 6 months of experience as an Etonkids Principal
Experience
• Proven experience in the management and implementation of different early childhood curricula.
• Proven experience in driving the development of the strategic plan for a campus.
• Proven experience in the field of preschool education.
• Proven experiene managing multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively in order to meet deadlines.
Competencies
• See degree requirements above.
• Ability to mentor another Principal(s) that translates into executable suggestions and recommendations for improvement.
• Knowledge of curriculum management and implementation.
• Able to professionally develop, motivate, lead, and manage a team as well as function within a multidisciplinary team as a team player.
• Team-player, effective communicator with a positive attitude.
• Able to adjust and set new directions in response to changes in the environment.
• Self-motivated and proactive approach with ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to develop effective working interpersonal working relationships with all levels of
administrative and academic staff.
• Discipline and regard for confidentiality and security at all times.
• Meticulous approach and attention to detail.
• Flexible to the demands of working in an academic environment.
• Punctual.
• Customer oriented; focused on parent and student satisfaction and relationship building with parents, family members, and external community stakeholders.