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UCSI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL - MALAYSIA

PRINCIPAL - MALAYSIA


CLOSING DATE: 15 OCTOBER 2024

START DATE: TBA


The UCSI Schools Group has 3 campuses in Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur Campus, Subang Jaya Campus and Springhill Campus. Two of its campuses focuses on British school curriculum while the other one focuses on the IB.


While maintaining a strong focus on core curriculum which includes British school curriculum with Cambridge IGCSE and International Primary Curriculum, we aim to complement the formal curriculum with a series of CCAs which students’ experiences form a cornerstone of their holistic education for the 21st century.


The rapid advancement of technological innovations, global competition, and a push towards a knowledge-based economy require that our students learn to have a repertoire of soft and hard skills to enable them to succeed in a future economy that is still in the making. Through our unique CCA experiences, our students can exhibit soft skills like creativity, leadership abilities, teamwork, flexibility, communication skills, resilience and an enterprising spirit that will enable them to stay relevant for the future.


UIS focuses on eight critical characteristics in our learning content and experiences. The rapid advancement of technological innovation, global competition, and a push towards a knowledge-based economy require that our students have a repertoire of soft and hard skills. We therefore place a strong emphasis on Character Education, Global Citizen Skills, Problem-based Collaborative Learning, and co-curricular activities amongst others, forming a truly holistic education for the 21st century.


Our emphasis in education isn’t only labelled in academic and creative excellence, but to equipped students with 21st century skills such as character, communication, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, while inculcating virtues such as integrity, honesty, and empathy in our students. We believe that students that have a developed moral compass and practical wisdom in a challenging and fractured world will make a positive impact for life.


IB: As one of the few International Baccalaureate World Schools in Malaysia that offer a full boarding experience, UCSI International School (UIS) Springhill has always been earmarked to be something special. A home where an extraordinary cohort of learners live, learn, and play together. A school whose shared purpose attracts prodigious learners from around the world. A place where education and aspiration go together.


This sees us bringing the best people and the best learning approaches together to empower young minds, to realise their potential, to take them further, and to make their mark. As one of Malaysia’s foremost education providers, we believe in the transformational power of education.


UIS Springhill offers an IB programme that emphasizes intellectual, personal, emotional, and social growth to prepare students to be active and life-long learners. The International Baccalaureate® (IB) aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.



Description of Position

An effective school is dependent on school administrators and the quality of leadership they provide. The School Principal will provide the overall leadership and management of the educational programme for the School in achieving academic excellence. The Principal is responsible for the direction and supervision of all personnel who perform their respective functions within the school in Springhill. The Principal is required to work collaboratively to direct and nurture all members of the school and to communicate effectively with parents. Inherent in the position are the responsibilities for scheduling, curriculum development, extracurricular activities, personnel management, emergency procedures, and facility operations. The Principal reports to the CEO, UCSI Group of Schools.


Guiding Principles 

  • Supports and advances the Mission and Vision of UCSI International School Springhill. 

  • Supports the Board of Governors and CEO in managing the school and in decision making. 

  • Supports student learning and achievement through cooperative effort and best practices. 

  • Supports and promotes school curriculum based upon the IB goals and mission. 

  • Supports and advances international education. 

  • Incorporates current research and best practices in decision making. 

  • Brings growth to the student population. 


Duties and Responsibilities

The Principal is responsible to:

  • Provide the leadership and management of the students, faculty and staff within the School so that a tone, culture and environment is maintained that models the values and mission of the school; 

  • Lead the establishment, manage, evaluate and supervise effective and clear procedures for the operations and functions of the school consistent with the vision, mission, values and goals of the school including:

  • Instructional programmes

a.   Extracurricular activities

b.    Disciplinary systems to ensure a safe and orderly climate


  • Programme evaluation

a.    Personnel management

b.    Emergency procedures


  • Ensure international academic standards are set for and achieved by each student with an emphasis on essential elements of the IB programme; 

  • Foster a clear vision for teaching and learning that aligns all aspect of the school – curriculum, instruction, assessment, policy, equity, and culture ;

  • Supervise teachers and other direct reports, their written evaluation and professional development carried out informally and formally through regular visits to classrooms; 

  • Facilitate the development and review of unit planning on Managebac and Google Drive; 

  • Maintain up to date documentation through IB Website; 

  • Ensure information on the school website is up to date;

  • Prepare and submit documentations for the authorization and evaluation process; 

  • Work with Programme Coordinators to ensure current innovative educational practice, relevant curriculum content and regular assessment of the educational quality;

  • Ensure record keeping of student assessment, activities and discipline; 

  • Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and learning to improve student achievement, using assessment data to drive standards upwards;

  • Use meaningful data and statistics to make informed decisions on school improvement;

  • Facilitate in the process of recruiting high quality teachers for the school along with the CEO and HR;

  • Ensure effective management of staffing levels which meet the needs of the curriculum and students;

  • Plan, allocate, support, evaluate work undertaken by teams and individuals ensuring clear delegation of tasks and devolution of responsibilities;

  • Organize programs for assistance and orientation for new teachers;

  • Responsible for preparation of the teacher handbook and student handbook;

  • Maintain a consistent and fair behaviour management system for students;

  • Supervise and approve field trips, staff development activities, assemblies, report card distribution, parent/teacher conferences, and other special events;

  • Maintains regular and open communication with teachers and staff;

  • Maintain an effective partnership with parents, key stakeholders and wider community to support and improve student achievement and personal development ;

  • Ensure that parents/guardians are kept informed of their children’s progress and are involved in decisions affecting their welfare;

  • Working collaborative with other sections of the School to build a collaborative learning culture, sustaining effective, positive relationships with all staff, students, parents and the local community;

  • Promotes inter-cultural awareness and understanding and builds mutually beneficial and positive relationships amongst the School community;

  • In managing the administrative team, to contribute actively and creatively support the whole-school Administrative team;

  • Cultivate shared ownership of successes, challenges and change initiatives; 

  • Ensure compliance with all laws, board policies and civil regulations;

  • File all required reports regarding violence, vandalism, attendance and discipline matters;

  • Establish a professional rapport with students and with staff that has their respect;

  • Establishes and maintains a clear process of pastoral care for the purpose of preventing serious student problems from developing and dealing with those problems which may arise;

  • Display the highest ethical and professional behaviour and standards when working with students, parents and school personnel;

  • Serve as a role model for students, dressing professionally, demonstrating the importance and relevance of learning, accepting responsibility, and demonstrating pride in the education profession. Encourage all teachers to do the same;

  • Take the lead on all behaviour and welfare issues and ensure students to ensure that they understand and actively adhering to the School’s regulations and policies, including issuing of sanctions, incentives and rewards;

  • Notify immediately the CEO, and appropriate personnel and agencies when there is evidence of substance abuse, child abuse, child neglect, severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide or students appearing to be under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances;

  • Lead and manage the School’s Boarding Team to ensure the students’ boarding experience exceeds their expectations as well as that of parents, agents and other stakeholders and to ensure the successful implementation of procedures in the boarding and proactively evaluate and improve standards;

  • Keep the CEO advised of employees not meeting their contractual agreement;

  • Investigate complaints and concerns from stakeholders and students and report findings of all investigations to appropriate staff and record the outcome accurately and comprehensively;

  • Establish and maintain an effective inventory system for all school supplies, materials and equipment;

  • Assume responsibility for the health, safety, and welfare of students, employees and visitors;

  • Replies promptly and professionally to parent and teacher inquiries regarding the school and its programmes;

  • Use excellent and professional written and oral English skills when communicating with students, parents and teachers.

  • Complete in a timely fashion all records and reports as requested by the CEO/Board;

  • Develop, implement, manage the budget within approved parameters; 

  • Approve necessary purchases for the School, based on proper justification following set SOPs for purchasing;

  • Ensuring effective use, value for money and monitoring of expenditure within any delegated budget;

  • Ensuring that resources allocated to the school are managed and used effectively;

  • Manage Marketing Team in Springhill in meeting the targets set by the Group CEO/Board

  • Have active participation in student recruitment and in relevant marketing events and coordinate staff to do the same to achieve high student numbers

  • Initiate and evaluate marketing strategies for UCSI International School Springhill

  • Oversee the public relations and media communication strategies 

  • Lead and manage the marketing team to achieve sales target;

  • Spearhead business development for present and new projects;

  • Seek new recruitment agents and ensure excellent service & support given to agents. 

  • Identify, recommend and maximise opportunities to promote which develop the School brand and reputation

  • Remains informed and supportive of all school policies and regulation

  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Group CEO or COO of Springhill campus 


Specifications and Qualifications 

  • It is expected that the Principal will demonstrate the following skills, knowledge and qualities:

  • An outstanding educator with a focus on student learning, and committed to excellence 

  • A Masters Degree (or pursuing one) in Education, Education Administration or Curriculum Studies

  • A minimum of ten years teaching experience, with at least five in a leadership role

  • Extensive experience with the IB PYP, IB MYP and IB DP

  • Strong communication, presentation, leadership and interpersonal skills and abilities.

  • Experienced in developing and implementing professional development 

  • An ability to work independently and to be an effective leader and manager of a team

  • An IB recognized trainer and participated in a range of IB regional workshops

  • A strong ability to meet timelines

  • An ability to pay attention to detail

  • Excellent conflict resolution and interpersonal skills with the ability and desire to work collaboratively with the school community including students, staff, and parents

  • Excellent intervention strategies and effective leadership and decision making abilities 

  • Strong background in classroom supervision and instruction; 

  • Ability to plan budget requirements of the school

  • Committed to internationalism in education

  • Have expertise and value IT as an educational tool

  • Pro-active and self-motivated, with leadership experience, passion and drive

  • Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, possess a mature attitude and be a good team player.

  • Ability to understand local rules and regulations and market trends in education

  • Flexible and willing to take on occasional responsibilities outside standard duties and responsibilities

  •  Willing to travel and work on weekends during recruiting seasons

  •  Must have at least Bachelor’s in education or equivalent from a recognized overseas University with PGCE certification or equivalent.

  •  Must have experience in teaching Cambridge IGCSE and IB syllabus with proven track record of good results. Must have experience teaching in an overseas international school.

  •  International teachers whose first language is in English and have completed a Post Graduate Degree in Education, a bachelor’s degree in education, a Diploma in Teaching / Education or an equivalent 


Package:

  • Salary to commensurate qualification and experience with school’s salary scale

  • One flight in at the beginning of contract and one flight to exit at the end of the contract

  • School Tuition for expat teachers entitled to a full waiver of the tuition fee for the first child and a 50% discount for the second child onwards. The application fee, registration fee, international admin fee, and deposit are waived for all children. (other fees & tech fees applies) for expat teachers

  • Housing allowance is provided

  • Professional development is encouraged and depending on the need of the programme

  • Dental benefit

  • Paid school holidays

  • Medical leave allocation

  • Employees Provident Fund allotment 

  • Relocation allowance


Application for Position:


Please send you application to hr@ucsiinternationalschool.edu.my and include REF: IBSchoolJobs.com - Application for Position as Principal in the subject line of your mail.


http://apps.ucsiinternationalschool.edu.my/kl/index.aspx

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