Principal

The impressive Taaleem portfolio of schools is growing and we have an exciting opportunity for aspirational Principal to lead one of our American Curriculum schools. 

This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the leading education groups in the Middle East and work alongside some of the international sector's most innovative, inspiring  and respected educational leaders in the industry .

About Taaleem 

Taaleem, which means education in Arabic, is committed to inspiring students and helping them to identify and develop their passions and talents. We only recruit the best international teachers and leaders who are capable of delivering our international curricula in a creative and engaging manner. 

Taaleem’s main activity is the development and management of early childhood, primary and secondary schools. With quality at the forefront of our offering, we tailor each project to answer the specific educational requirements of a wide range of families by offering top international curricula including British, American, the International Baccalaureate and our custom early childhood programme. 

Taaleem seeks to raise the educational standards in the region. The combined experience of its core team of senior education leaders in international education policy, operations and global management best practices means Taaleem is well positioned to ensure the creative of truly exceptional schools that satisfy the most comprehensive and exacting education developmental requirements.

Taaleem is committed to: 

• Equipping children in the region holistically with the skills, knowledge and character to compete globally 
• Offering a comprehensive range of outstanding international curricula 
• Designing, building and managing the best educational facilities 
• Creating and implementing benchmark educational initiatives 
• Nurturing educational excellence through the attraction, retention and development of the best educators 
• Continuously evaluating and improving standards across our schools 
• Establishing our schools as valued cornerstones of their communities 

The Role:

The core purpose of this role is to provide professional, highly effective leadership and management that will achieve outstanding results in all aspects of school life. The principal promotes an inspiring vision and clear direction that is shared by all members of the school community. Ultimately, the Principal is responsible for managing all risks, filling the school and managing the cost base to generate the budgeted revenue and profit, and delivering outstanding ratings and parental engagement.

The Principal will work under the guidance of the Director of US Curriculum, and will work closely with colleagues across the wider Taaleem family. The opportunity is to develop and bring into reality a compelling vision for a K-12 school that will offer a rigorous American education and aims to develop respectful citizens who embrace UAE culture and values while having a strong global perspective.

Position Requirements: 

• Education: Master’s degree, Teaching certification, Principal/educational management qualification 
• Experience: 5 years’ school management/leadership in K-12 international school
• Experience: American Curriculum experience 

To Apply:

Please submit your application via TES and upload a copy of your CV for consideration. 

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and its international equivalents.