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Qingdao, China

ECC/Elementary School Principal

Job summary

Is responsible for leading teachers, students, and parents across all programs, activities, subjects, and daily operations within their division. The central goal is a safe, inclusive, positive, and caring learning environment. Key responsibilities involve:

Vision, culture, and leadership

  1. Champions the school’s vision and values in all activities.
  2. Serves on the school leadership team and leads events as needed.
  3. Builds a collaborative, positive staff culture and supports staff well-being.
  4. Coordinates assemblies and meetings.

Instructional leadership

  1. Acts as an instructional leader with current knowledge of teaching methods and curriculum.
  2. Administers instructional programs in line with Board and school policies.
  3. Plans year-round activities and events that support school and LifePlus program goals.

Staff supervision and development

  1. Evaluates teachers and assistants through formal and informal observations, with timely and specific feedback.
  2. Leads divisional professional development (workshops, trainings, collaborations).
  3. Coaches and mentors teachers and assistants.

Students and families

  1. Administers the schoolwide behavior intervention system per written discipline policies.
  2. Maintains regular communication with parents and responds to concerns promptly and professionally.

Operations and compliance

  1. Manages day-to-day divisional operations and aligns divisional goals with school goals.
  2. Works with school leaders on improvement initiatives and ensures compliance with school and LifePlus policies, accreditation standards, and local regulations.

Qualifications and requirements

  • University degree, preferably in education, plus either 3 years of teaching experience or current enrollment in a master’s program in education administration.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability (a formal administrative role is not required).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with both foreign and national staff, with cultural sensitivity.
  • Professional, positive attitude toward staff, students, and parents.
  • Mature moral convictions, a values-centered approach, and a healthy, balanced lifestyle with high professional standards.
  • Passion for education and for inspiring students.

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