Job Description

SingaporeAcademic Leadership - German General /Full Time /On-siteGerman European School Singapore (GESS) is a world class, not for profit International School in Singapore that offers both the German Curriculum stream and the IB Curriculum stream.Currently, more than 1850 students are learning at our international school supported by more than 400 full time and part time academic and administrative staff members.Director of Middle School, German SectionCommencing: 01 August 2025The purpose of the Director of Middle School, German Section is to provide leadership through a clearly articulated vision for continuous improvement of teaching and learning. They are responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the German Section Middle School and achieving and maintaining high-quality education and standards of learning for all students is the central goal. The Director of Middle School, German Section safeguards community involvement, engagement and well-being of students, parents, and teachers.ResponsibilitiesStrategic development and vision\xc2\xb7 Contribute to and implement the strategic development of the school in accordance with GESS\' accrediting bodies and decisions made by SLT and SMT.\xc2\xb7 Ensure all aspects of school performance are monitored and evaluated in a robust, cyclical manner.\xc2\xb7 Develop and implement school policies and procedures.\xc2\xb7 Contribute to innovation and change to improve teaching and learning practices across the school.Student pastoral care and well-being\xc2\xb7 Ensure that agreed standards of behaviour, such as the Code of Conduct, are communicated and implemented.\xc2\xb7 Always ensure the maintenance of good order and discipline during the school day and whenever students are engaged in authorized school activities, whether on the school premises or elsewhere.\xc2\xb7 Directly lead consequences or other outcomes for tier 3 behavioural issues.\xc2\xb7 Ensure tier 1 and 2 behavioural issues are effectively managed by staff.\xc2\xb7 Support and lead initiatives that prevent poor behaviour and support student well-being.\xc2\xb7 Build structures, systems and develop learning environments to ensure students are supported throughout their educational journey.Curriculum and pedagogyGeneral\xc2\xb7 Communicate and implement a clear vision for high-quality educational standards in accordance with school policies and procedures.\xc2\xb7 Plan, lead, and document purposeful and efficient faculty meetings.\xc2\xb7 Ensure subject and grade level team meetings occur regularly and are run effectively.\xc2\xb7 Support the development of excellent academics, athletics, arts, and activities (clubs, CCAs, community service, trips, etc.) for students at GESS.\xc2\xb7 Ensure excellent curriculum and pedagogical practices are implemented in every classroom.Pedagogy\xc2\xb7 In consensus with PLT, plan effective professional learning opportunities for every staff member to improve their teaching practice.\xc2\xb7 In consensus with PLT, plan and implement key pedagogy developments (e.g., differentiation, learning objectives, formative assessment) to ensure the improvement and standardisation of effective, research based, teaching and learning practices.\xc2\xb7 Implement a multi-tier support structure, to differentiate planning and instruction for the range of student abilities (support and extension).Curriculum\xc2\xb7 Ensure curriculum is developed and followed by teachers through the phases of planning, teaching, and assessment.\xc2\xb7 Ensure appropriate student assessment and relevant data is tracked, recorded, analysed, communicated, and acted upon to enhance student learning.OperationalGeneral\xc2\xb7 Ensure the effective day to day operations.\xc2\xb7 Ensure all teachers are fulfilling their roles and responsibilities effectively.\xc2\xb7 Deploy and manage all teaching staff and allocate duties according to their conditions of employment.\xc2\xb7 Work closely with the Director of Marketing & Admissions to review and assess applications within agreed timeframes and in line with the admissions policy.Staff\xc2\xb7 Manage the appraisal, recruitment and retention of staff in accordance with school policy.\xc2\xb7 Ensure that teachers receive the information they need to carry out their professional duties effectively.\xc2\xb7 Support leadership of the school to build capacity, recognize existing talents and encourage delegation.\xc2\xb7 Ensure all Junior Level and Middle Level leadership positions are fulfilling their roles and responsibilities effectively.\xc2\xb7 Challenge underperformance at all levels and put in place effective procedures to deal with underperforming staff in accordance with the school\'s appraisal system.Budget\xc2\xb7 Submit any request as per GESS process and policy and according to academic operational budgets.\xc2\xb7 With the Vice Principal and the Director of HR ensure staffing plans and recruitment remains on budget.\xc2\xb7 With the Vice Principal ensure Professional Development plans are implemented and remain on budget.Communication\xc2\xb7 Ensure effective and timely communication with all members of the GESS community in accordance with policies, procedures and the Principal\'s expectations.Additional responsibilities\xc2\xb7 All other responsibilities and tasks as deemed appropriate by the Vice PrincipalKnowledge and ExperienceAn experienced leader with the following key areas of knowledge and expertise:\xc2\xb7 Educated to Degree Level, Masters (or equivalent) preferred.\xc2\xb7 Qualified Teacher status.\xc2\xb7 Recognized teaching qualification (1st and 2nd State Examination or equivalent teaching qualification) to teach Secondary I and Secondary II.\xc2\xb7 Extensive teaching and examination experience in the field of the German International Abitur.\xc2\xb7 Very good knowledge of the examination regulations for the German International Abitur.\xc2\xb7 Proven leadership experience in a senior educational leadership role.\xc2\xb7 Proven ability to develop opportunities for parental involvement.\xc2\xb7 Good understanding of educational quality management and its role in relevance for the quality of performance in international schools.\xc2\xb7 Proven understanding of effective teaching and learning theory and practice.\xc2\xb7 A good understanding of the curriculum.\xc2\xb7 An excellent understanding of contemporary international educational policies and best practices.Interested candidates should submit the following:\xc2\xb7 A letter of application explaining your strengths as a candidate and why you are interested in the German European School Singapore (GESS) and the position and a statement of educational philosophy.Applications will close by: 30 November 2024Keen to collaborate and share your specialist expertise, you will be a fitting ambassador for the school. You will communicate with confidence across diverse audiences and situations, using your expertise to build strong relationships across the GESS community.Our SchoolThe German European School Singapore (GESS) is a multi-lingual, not-for-profit, German international school in Singapore with a distinct European flavour. As an accredited \'Excellent German School Abroad\', the German Section of GESS offers all major German school leaving certificates.Our European Section offers tuition in English for students from grade 1 - 12 across all three IB programmes (the PYP, the MYP and the IB Diploma Programme) as an authorised IB World School.Children aged 2 years onwards can enroll in our Preschool where children are following the PYP programme in German-speaking, English-speaking or bilingual groups. In addition to an outstanding academic education, GESS strives to teach students community values such as respect, openness and diversity.To ApplyWe offer an exciting working environment in an international and cooperative team. Your application should include a letter of application and your complete resume. Please indicate your reasons for applying for the position.Our Selection ProcessAt GESS we adhere to fair employment practices that consist of hiring practices that are fair, merit-based and non-discriminatory.We are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people are able to thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and child protection as we promote the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender or culture.All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures including satisfactory reference and background checks and the offer of employment will be subject to the completion of these. In addition, the visa entry requirements for Singapore are subject to certain requirements being met. This includes but is not limited to, mandatory diphtheria and measles vaccination requirements for children attending school in Singapore will need to be in place prior to arriving in Singapore in order for the criteria for a child Dependent Pass to be met and the visa granted. Further information on this will be shared at interview stage if applicable.Please note, that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.Safeguarding CommitmentGESS is committed to our responsibilities for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all children and young people. We actively recruit candidates who share our commitment to safeguarding and, therefore, apply robust and comprehensive recruitment and selection procedures. We expect all appointed staff to adhere to and ensure compliance with the relevant GESS Safeguarding Policy and Procedures. If the job holder identifies any instance that a child may be harmed or are at risk of harm (physically or emotionally) in any environment, they must report any concerns to the School\'s Designated Safeguarding Lead or a member of the Safeguarding Team.CPE registration number: S72SS0010G Registration period: 22 June, 2023 - 21 June, 2029

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