Principal High School

Principal (High School)

Founded in 2009, MIS is a K-12 private school which aspires to bring world-class education to the young generation of Myanmar.

MIS prepares students for the IGCSE, A Level Programme examinations with an emphasis upon research-based teaching pedagogy and a character-building programme of activities inspired by the school’s aims. This includes service learning initiatives, and a holistic approach to sport, music and the arts.

MIS is seeking an outstanding and inspirational expat Principal (High School Leader), whose passion, experience and commitment will transform the outcomes of our students. The successful candidate will have a fantastic opportunity to join this ambitious and developing international school by providing day to day leadership within the High School.

The School is committed to delivering an outstanding learning experience that meets the needs of our students and the Principal (High School Leader) will play a key roll in shaping this. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of secondary school leadership, knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning best practices, strategic planning, staffing, character education, and curriculum and assessment within a values driven environment. 

We are committed to securing the highest possible standards of teaching and learning to ensure that our pupils will flourish with the knowledge and skills that will prepare them for future studies and for lifelong learning. The school has a strong extra-curricular programme for its students, and all teachers, including senior leaders, are expected to make a significant contribution to this.

The successful candidate will uphold the school values, and put pupils‘ wellbeing and character development at the heart of learning. They will be responsible for promoting high quality education for all students in an inclusive setting, showing respect for all within our community. 

Requirements:

We are looking for an experienced, passionate and knowledgeable professional who will work proactively to ensure the best possible holistic learning experience for our students. Prior leadership experience, as well as experience of IGCSE and A Level is essential.

 Bachelor Degree in Education or Teaching subject from a recognized university.

 Recognised Teaching License or QTS

 Senior Management experience in an International School

Responsibility:

●      Ability to engage, inspire and motivate members of staff through effective leadership

●      Be a role model within our community, demonstrating integrity and respect for all persons

●      Ability to work collaboratively, develop effective relationships and establish productive partnerships with all stakeholders

●      Knowledge and experience of up to date, context specific teaching and learning best practices and their underlying ethos

●      Experience of secondary school leadership demonstrating an understanding of how pastoral and academic roles work together, rather than in isolation

●      A passion for academic research, wider reading and how to use that research practically

●      Up-to-date knowledge of the UK National Curriculum, IGCSE and A Level courses

●      Knowledge and experience of strategic planning and timetabling

●      Knowledge of rigorous assessment models and their underlying ethos

●      Knowledge and experience of recruitment and staffing

●      Knowledge of, and interest in, policy development and implementation

We can offer:

●      The opportunity to work in a challenging yet rewarding environment

●      A caring, inclusive school focused on holistic education

●      A school-wide commitment to accelerating and deepening pupils’ learning

●      A highly effective team supporting character development and supporting each other

●      Professional development opportunities to promote the delivery of cutting edge practice

●      Competitive teachers’ pay and conditions, furnished apartment with paid utilities, free WiFi

 Refundable joining/repatriation ticket, medical insurance, refundable visa fees

MIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will therefore, be subject to a DBS check

How To Apply: 

Please send the following to the CEO (Mr. Richard MacLean) Richard.maclean@mis-edu.com:

 Detailed up to date CV

 Letter of application

 Your Education Philosophy

 When applying please provide three professional referees, including your most recent line manager, with their position, email and phone contact details.