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Role overview
To support the
development of school leadership a
nd management at school levels to
significantly increase capacity of principals and deputy principals to support
primary grade teachers in language and literacy. The success of this project
will pivot around the ability of this project to improve school leadership
given the strong evidence that equates the quality of leadership to school
improvement and learning. To create an environment that will support the
improvement of language teaching and learning, school leadership has to address
in-classroom factors, such as teaching and resources; in-school factors, such
as leadership and management; and out-of-school factors, such as parental
involvement and socio-economic circumstances. The inclusion of both school
principals as well as deputy principals will ensure that developed competencies
and resources are continuously available at each school.
Skills,
qualifications and experience required
- An
education degree or Post-Graduate certificate of education - At
least 6 years’ experience of school leadership or education management
focused on improving language learning outcomes and strengthening school
management - Fluent
English speaker - Good
written skills in English - Capability
to produce accurate, reflective reports with reference to qualitative and
quantitative data - Key
qualities of relationship-building, adaptability and resilience
Please note that
this is a generic advert. You can complete a general application form now so we
have your details. As soon as a job becomes available, we’ll contact you
directly. Please note that this is a generic advert. Please apply and when a
specific position arises that matches your skills and availability, we’ll
contact you directly.
How to apply
To submit your
application, click on ‘Apply now’ and complete all relevant fields on the
online application form.
Application closing
date
31 Dec 2017
Interview/Assessment
date(s)
n/a
Start date
n/a
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