Job Title: Secondary School Principal
Location: International School of Tanganyika, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Effective Date: August 2025
School Overview:
- Student Enrollment: 446 students (Grades 6-12)
- Programs Offered: MYP, DP, HS Pathways & Life Centered Education programs
- Faculty: 62 teachers + 4 interns
- Years in Operation: 60 years
- Nationalities Represented: 59
Position Overview:
The International School of Tanganyika seeks an exceptional leader and visionary educator to serve as the Secondary School Principal. The principal will work as a member of the Senior Leadership Team to ensure that all IST students are challenged, supported, and inspired to become accountable citizens who thrive in a dynamic world.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Building Professional Capacity:
- Develop staffing plans to support the school’s mission and aims.
- Assist in the recruitment and orientation of excellent teaching staff.
- Ensure professional development opportunities for staff.
- Conduct appraisals of teaching staff.
2. Maximizing Student Learning:
- Oversee the development and implementation of a coherent, documented curriculum.
- Coordinate class schedules consistent with the school’s teaching philosophy.
- Encourage student participation in curriculum development.
- Maintain communication with parents regarding student progress.
- Oversee the admissions process in conjunction with the Admissions Office.
- Monitor the After-School Activities program.
- Reinforce high standards of student behavior.
- Submit and manage budget plans for educational materials.
3. Creating a Supportive Ethos:
- Develop an ethos of openness, respect, collaboration, and innovation.
- Maintain a visible and approachable presence for parents and visitors.
- Communicate effectively with the school community.
- Attend school events and functions as appropriate.
- Ensure understanding of curriculum programs among community members.
4. Overseeing the Secondary Campus:
- Ensure the health and safety of students, staff, and visitors in collaboration with the Facilities and Maintenance Manager.
- Utilize campus facilities to support the school’s programs.
- Submit and manage budget plans for capital expenditures.
5. Whole School Leadership:
- Collaborate on school action plans within the school-wide strategic plan.
- Support the Director in Board meetings and reporting.
- Implement school policies and contribute to the school-wide ethos.
Professional Competencies:
- Active and visible leadership style.
- Strong communication skills, both spoken and written.
- Ability to inspire and engage with faculty, students, and the community.
- Commitment to student-centered learning and high ethical standards.
- Knowledge of IB Standards and Practices.
Personal Attributes:
- Collaborative team player with empathy and integrity.
- Strategic thinker capable of converting vision into action.
- Intercultural awareness and emotional intelligence.
- Flexible and adept in multilingual settings.
Salary & Benefits:
- The salary and benefits package will be internationally competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Child Protection:
IST is committed to providing a safe learning environment and requires up-to-date and accurate screening information from all employees.
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should submit the following in a single PDF attachment by September 15th, 2024:
- A letter of application
- A current resume/CV (no more than two pages)
- A statement of educational and leadership philosophy (no more than two pages)
- Contact details of at least four professional referees
How to Apply:
This is Full-time Job, Applications should be sent to mvrba@istafrica.com.
Note: Early applications are encouraged, as IST reserves the right to make an appointment before the deadline if an outstanding candidate is identified.
For more information, visit the IST website at www.istafrica.co.tz.
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