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Bilingual Head of Middle School (Academic)

Bilingual Head of Middle School (Academic)

Lennen Bilingual School - Middle School

Paris, France

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Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
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Apply by:
4 March 2023

Job overview

The new Head of Middle School at Lennen Bilingual School will bring deep middle school experience, analytical thinking and planning, high emotional intelligence, and excellent communication skills to the role.

The Head of Middle School is responsible for the academic progress and general welfare of all students in grades 6 through 9. The Head of Middle School will also be responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs and curriculum in order to ensure that students are meeting all educational standards. In addition, the Middle School Principal will be responsible for hiring, training, and supervising all faculty and staff members. The Head of Middle School will also be responsible for developing and maintaining positive relationships with parents, and the community.

The ideal candidate for the Head of Middle School position will have a minimum of five years of experience working in a leadership role in a middle school setting. Must be bilingual fluent in French and English, and have some knowledge of the French and American curricula. The ideal candidate will also have a Master’s Degree in Education or a related field.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensuring that the school is running smoothly by monitoring student progress, teacher performance, attendance rates, and other factors
  • Developing and implementing policies, procedures, and rules for the school, including disciplinary procedures
  • Communicating with parents about their child’s academic progress, discipline issues, and special events
  • Establish and maintain a safe, orderly, and inviting learning environment
  • Develop and implement curriculum and instructional programs that challenge and engage all students
  • Assess curriculum and program, working collaboratively with teachers to make changes and improvements where necessary.
  • Select, train, motivate, and evaluate a high-performing faculty and staff committed to the success of every student
  • Providing guidance to teachers on how to handle disruptive students and other classroom issues
  • Foster positive relationships with families and the community to support student success
  • Manage budget resources effectively to achieve school goals
  • Help to attract, recruit, and retain a talented and diverse faculty.
  • Monitor student progress and intervene when necessary to ensure student success
  • Oversee compliance with all French state education regulations
  • Model exemplary behavior and ethical conduct at all times

 

ATTRIBUTES & COMPETENCIES

•      Sympathetic and empathetic

•      Relationship builder

•      Invested, excited, and willing to lead

•      Approachable

•      Multitasker

•      Decisive and direct

•      Calm and strong in crisis situations

•      Ability to make others feel seen, heard, validated, and valued

•      High emotional intelligence

•      Warm, community-minded, with a good sense of humor

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bilingual (English/French)
  • Master’s degree in educational leadership or related field
  • Teaching experience, with experience in a leadership role
  • Proven track record of successful school administration
  • Strong understanding of current educational trends and best practices
  • Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and organizational skills
  • Valid working papers are required.


PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • 10+ years of teaching experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role

Experience as a middle school principal or assistant principal


Please send CV+Cover letter to careers@lennenbilingual.com

About Lennen Bilingual School - Middle School

Located in the heart of the 7th arrondissement for the past 60 years, the Lennen Bilingual School offers innovative, high-quality education as the first truly bilingual learning environment in Paris. The school’s mission is to provide a flexible and balanced curriculum that is academically, socially, and culturally enriching to our students. We promise to offer a dynamic education that enables children to become accomplished and engaged global citizens. We know there is no limit to what your children can achieve; our purpose is to give them the framework to do so.


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Situé au cœur du 7ème arrondissement depuis 60 ans, la Lennen Bilingual School propose un enseignement innovant et de qualité en tant que premier établissement scolaire véritablement bilingue à Paris. L’école a pour mission de fournir à nos élèves un programme flexible et équilibré qui est enrichissant sur le plan académique, social, et culturel. Nous promettons d’offrir une éducation dynamique qui permet aux enfants de devenir des citoyens accomplis et avertis. Nous savons qu’il n’y a aucune limite à ce que les enfants peuvent accomplir, notre objectif est de leur fournir le cadre adapté.

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