Head of Early Year

GEMS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL CAIRO

Job Description
The Head of Early Years is the educational leader for Pre, KG1 and KG2.
The candidate will need to effectively develop positive relationships with staff, students, and parents while maintaining a high level of accountability.
Significant time and effort will focus on implementing appropriate aspects of the school improvement plan.
The Head of Early Years will need to actively promote new and innovative instructional practices including effective use of technology as a tool for instruction and communication.
Reports directly to the Head of School. The Head of Early Years will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team
The Head of Early Years will be responsible for, but not limited to the following:
• Recruiting and retaining best fit staff members
• Providing leadership and training for coordinators and department heads
• Supervising the performance evaluations of Early Years staff members
• Developing professional development opportunities
• Participating in the admissions process
• Supporting staff and student wellbeing through curricular and extra-curricular programs
• Assisting with all aspects of accreditation processes
Skills
Required Qualifications
• Degree certification in addition to a certified teaching qualification, such as a valid US Teaching/leadership license or equivalent
• Master s in education
• Previous experience as Head of Elementary
• Minimum 5 years teaching experience
• 3+ years leadership experience
• International school experience, within the IB is a plus
• In-depth knowledge and experience in Early Years