High School Education Director

4 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa SPARK Schools Full time
Role Overview
The High School Principal will be responsible for driving student achievement by leading a team of excellent staff to prepare SPARK scholars for university and beyond. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and criteria.

About Us
SPARK Schools is a social impact disruptor and is leading change in the education space through its network of affordable private schools. We are looking for dynamic people to join our team, operating 21 primary schools, 5 high schools and serving over 15,500 families in Gauteng province.

Job Description
The Principal will set a rigorous vision for student achievement and implement strategic steps to lead staff, families, students, and the greater community to fulfill that vision. Key responsibilities include:
  • Create and maintain a school culture that values high achievement, strong character, and a love for learning.
  • Implement a highly rigorous and engaging instructional program that promotes content mastery, creative problem solving, and character development.
  • Use quantitative (assessment) and qualitative (anecdotal) data to drive decision-­making and instruction at the school.
  • Set ambitious goals, academically and otherwise, and holds staff and students accountable for achieving those results.

Requirements
The ideal candidate will have:
  • At least 3-4 years of excellent classroom instruction including Grade 12 teaching experience.
  • At least two years in a high school leadership role.
  • Experience and practice with labour laws.

Preferred Qualifications and Criteria
The ideal candidate will also possess the following preferred qualifications and criteria:
  • English language fluency.
  • Grade 12/Matric Certificate.
  • A completed or PGCE degree (SP & FET).

Compensation
This full-time position offers commensurate market-related remuneration, performance-based annual bonuses and increases, above average/good annual leave, life, disability and funeral cover, employee wellness support, educational support & study leave, individualised professional development, support and mentorship, employee discount on school fees, opportunities for career growth.

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