Assistant Superintendent for Learning
International Schools Group - District Office (Saudi Arabia)

International Schools Group, Saudi Arabia (ISG) seeks an Assistant Superintendent for

Learning.

The Assistant  Superintendent  for Learning  joins a senior  leadership  team that includes  the Superintendent,   Assistant   Superintendent   of   Government   Relations,   Assistant Superintendent  for Human Resources,  Director of Business  Operations,  Director of Support Services, Director of Facilities Development, Director of Digital Learning, and seven Principals/Headteachers. 

The International Schools Group

The  International   Schools  Group  was  founded  in  1962  to  originally  serve  the  needs  of expatriate families living and working in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.  The district is a ‘not- for-profit’,  forward-looking  school district  comprised  of seven schools  in five locations.  The schools   are   coeducational   day   schools   delivering   preschool   to   grade   12   programs   for expatriate  children and a growing number of students from the host country. Depending  on the school, each offers either an American, British or International  curriculum. ISG currently serves the needs of over 4,160 students and this number is projected to steadily increase.

The  District  is  governed  by  a  12-member  Board  of  Trustees  and  is  licensed  by  the  Saudi Arabian Ministry of Education. Middle States Associated of Colleges and Schools accredit the American  and International  curriculum  schools; British curriculum  schools undergo accreditation through the Council of International Schools.

Living  in  Saudi  Arabia  is  comfortable,  secure  and  rewarding.  The  rich  culture  of  the  host country  makes  living  in  the  Kingdom  fascinating  and  enjoyable.  Saudi’s  location  provides unique access to travel opportunities,  both within the region and beyond. Salary and benefits for administrators  are competitive  and generous and, when coupled with excellent work and living conditions, makes for an excellent package.

JOB SPECIFICATION

The   Assistant   Superintendent   for   Learning   is   a   new   position   and   offers   an   exciting opportunity as ISG enters its next phase of development.

ISG  has  launched  a  21st   century  learning  initiative  across  its  seven  schools.  We  seek  an exceptional   candidate   who   can   support   the   highly   collaborative   leadership   team   as  it implements  the various components  of the district’s vision for excellence  in the 21st  century. The successful candidate embraces the challenge of shifting practice in the classrooms, and in leading  administrative   colleagues   to  offer  outstanding   support  to  classroom   teachers.  A change plan organizes and guides the initiative.

ISG is committed  to a progressive,  technology-rich  learning environment,  while at the same time promoting  literacy across all disciplines  using brain-based  research on learning as well

as tried and true traditional techniques.  We value collaboration,  and the district has recently adopted  the core,  ethical  values  of respect,  responsibility,  integrity,  and acceptance,  with  a commitment to act.

The  Assistant  Superintendent   for  Learning  will  have  direct  responsibility   to  oversee  the change  plan  implementation  and assessment,  and direct  all communications  related  to the improvement initiative. The role is diverse and flexible as she/he supports the Superintendent in managing day-to-day operational issues in the district.

JOB EXPECTATION

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Support the Superintendent in leading and supervising all educational efforts of the school, and ensuring data in all areas are collected and communicated to the Superintendent and Board of Trustees;
• Communicate with the Superintendent, School Principals/Headteachers, and Distric Office administrators about progress and challenges;
• Participate fully in senior leadership meetings;
• Offer recommendations  to the Superintendent to make improvements in the change initiative, in district-wide data analysis, school accreditation, teacher recruitment, curriculum and instruction, budget development, and learning support;
• Participate in Board of Trustees meetings and committees;
• Set and hold staff accountable to high standards for performance.
• Contribute to district communications  efforts, including public relations, marketing ISG, publications and design, the district website, and school calendars.
• Collaborate with and support the school Principals/Headteachers for on-going curriculum review and adoption;
• Systematically assess and monitor an individualized professional learning plan for each teacher, assisting in the data collection to show growth and adequate performance;
• Collaborate with and facilitate external consultants in support of the 21st century learning initiative;
• Develop and lead a systematic approach to professional learning to ensure that staff continue to develop and are able to make progress on the change initiative;
• Make recommendations  to the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and
• Superintendent regarding the hiring and retention of staff and administrators;
• Collaborate with Principals/Headteachers to meet the expectations of staff evaluation identified in district policies and regulations, and assist in the successful improvement or release of non-performers;
• Collaborate with parents to ensure open and honest communication throughout the IS
• community;
• Acquire and maintain a working knowledge of International Schools Group organizational policies, practices and procedures;
• Prioritize tasks to ensure deadlines are met;
• Assume the responsibilities of the Superintendent in his/her absence;
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The successful candidate will be expected to display/demonstrate  the following:

• Model ISG’s core values;
• Attention to detail;
• Ability to work in a self-directed and proactive manner, and under direction, according to need;
• Proven ability to use a range of IT, including social media;
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills;
• Ability to work in a focused team environment to meet common goals;
• Ability to communicate and liaise effectively;
• Ability to think creatively in responding to ISG’s leadership and support needs;
• Ability to use initiative and sound judgment;
• Confidentiality and discretion in responding to sensitive issues;
• Positive attitude towards continuous self-improvement.