Hod Greek

**Job Advert Summary**:
SAHETI School is an independent, co-educational, English-medium school dedicated to the pursuit of excellence. Our school is founded on the values and ethos of Hellenism. We are proud of our vibrant community and our commitment to fostering cultural diversity and understanding. We are currently seeking a dynamic, energetic, and suitably qualified individual join our team as the **Playschool and Pre
- primary HOD of Greek.***

**Overview**

As the Playschool and Pre
- primary HOD of Greek, you will be responsible for the effective implementation and delivery of the Greek curriculum, with an aim of nurturing an understanding, love and appreciation of the Greek language, culture, and history. This position encompasses continuous curriculum development, teacher growth and development, relationship building and academic support to students. The individual will have a dual reporting role to both the Principal of the Playschool and Pre
- primary, and the Director of Greek. Keeping abreast of globally benchmarked academic standards and the ability to multi-task effectively - teaching as well as the ability to manage, motivate and guide staff within their department, are key elements of this position.

**Minimum Requirements**:
**Minimum qualification/s**:

- A Bachelor’s or Honours’ degree in Greek Language and Education; and
- Teaching diploma or certification/ equivalent qualification in Greek language education.

**Experience**
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience (preferably teaching Greek at the above required levels);
- Minimum of 5 years management experience/ similar in heading a team within an educational setting;
- Proficiency in technology for classroom and administrative purposes.

**Required**:

- A commitment to the planning, organization, and participation in the extracurricular and cultural activities of the school;
- Appropriate security and child protection clearance and SACE registration;
**Skills required**:

- Excellent command of the Greek language, including grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation;
- Proficiency in English - both verbal and written;
- Impressive teaching capability and skills;
- Strong managerial skills - organizational, administrative and communication skills;
- Ability to work collaboratively with the team of educators to motivate and enhance performance;
- Ability to work effectively withing a dual management structure, by ensuring open communication and inclusivity;
- High interpersonal skills for effective conflict resolution, negotiation and decision making;
- An understanding on how to adapt to new teaching methodologies and technologies and adjust accordingly.

**Personal Qualities**
- A love and passion for Greek culture, is essential, with in depth knowledge of Greek history, traditions, language, and arts;
- An authentic respect for diversity within the school community and an understanding of how to promote Greek culture inclusively;
- A commitment to ongoing personal and professional growth;
- Ability to cope with and manage stress appropriately;
- Leadership by example with integrity, honesty, and ethical behavior, demonstrating the values and ethos of Greek culture as a model for students and colleagues to emulate.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Management of Greek in the Playschool and Pre-Primary