Head of School - Foundation [Grade Nur to 2]

Job Purpose - To provide and lead the strategic direction for the Pre-Primary School in line with the whole school vision and development plan, and to ensure that the standards of teaching and learning are achieved in all areas of school life within the Pre-Primary School.

Key Role - Leading and developing teaching and learning Leading, managing and developing the curriculum delivered Using relevant assessment information to set targets and accelerate progress Coaching, mentoring and developing class teachers

Responsibilities - Lead the development of learning

and teaching practices in Pre-Primary through a coaching model to ensure consistently high quality teaching and learning. Develop staff understanding

and assessment of the curriculum Track

student progress

accurately. To

identify and lead quality professional development

for teachers and team teachers. Responsible for planning the calendar

in the classes within her area of work. Establish successful indicators of teaching and learning

in Pre-Primary school. To develop a culture of excellence

based on continual reflection and improvement. To work closely with the Principal and leadership team to

establish the strategic direction

for the school with a focus on quality learning & teaching To develop and

maintain excellent partnerships with parents

and community members. Support student enrollment process

and take decisions in student admission and academic assessment. Plays important part in

teacher’s/staff recruitment

and their

performance evaluation . Plans and specifies methods/formats for the

assessment of student's

written work and home assignment and ensures that the assessment and corrections are carried out timely and effectively. Ensures that the staffroom and classroom decorum is maintained by

conducting regular checks

and encourages healthy exchange of creative and constructive ideas and innovative teaching methods in classes. Ensures that school rules are uniformly observed

and that student discipline is appropriate and in accordance with the code of conduct of the school. Maintains regular interaction and counseling sessions

with students and parents along with the concerned teachers regarding both academic and non-academic issues Oversees

co-ordination of extracurricular activities , and annual programs Keeps track of lesson plan/curriculum development

among the teachers while ensuring that teachers are upgrading themselves as far as their subject matter is concerned. Keeps track of the teacher's punctuality

and decides on the leave to be given to the teachers to enable efficient functioning of classes. Should have an understanding of the policies and procedures

around welfare, behavior and safeguarding is desirable