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team and leads an inclusive, engaging, and developmentally responsive Middle School aligned with the ICS mission, strategic priorities, and IB Middle Years Programme (MYP). In partnership with Elementary and High School Leadership, the Principal ensures continuity and purposeful transitions into, through, and beyond Middle School, with a focus on learning progression, student support, belonging, and developmental expectations. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of educational leadership experience, including senior leadership responsibility; successful teaching experience in middle and/or high school; and direct MYP experience. The Principal oversees teaching and learning, student well-being and belonging, faculty growth, and effective Middle School operations. Working closely with the HS Principal, MYP coordinator, and Director of Learning and Innovation, the Principal shares responsibility for coherent, effective MYP implementation across G6-10.

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About the school

Founded in 1964, the International Community School (ICS) of Addis Ababa is a premier, non-profit international school that provides a holistic, inclusive, and innovative education to students from Early Years 3 through Grade 12. As a fully accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, ICS offers the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Career-related Programme (CP), and Diploma Programme (DP), all designed to cultivate global citizenship, academic excellence, and personal well-being. With a diverse student body representing over 80 nations and a faculty drawn from around the world, ICS creates a dynamic, student-centered learning environment rooted in international best practices and a strong connection to the Ethiopian community. Accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Middle States Association (MSA), and a proud member of the Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA), ICS is committed to empowering students for success in an ever-changing world.

HOW TO APPLY

ICS has engaged Search Associates to support this search. The Lead Consultant is Dr. Nadine Richards.

Application Deadline: October 31, 2026 (GMT).

Submit to: Dr. Nadine Richards – nrichards@searchassociates.com.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early submission is encouraged.

ICS reserves the right to close the selection process before the submission deadline if a suitable candidate is identified.

Please submit the following as a single PDF (max 4 MB):

  • A cover letter describing your interest, qualifications, and alignment with ICS’s mission and areas of focus
  • A résumé (maximum two pages)
  • A one-page list of four referees who have served as your supervisors, with current email addresses.

ICS is committed to safe recruitment practices.

All employees are subject to background checks.

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