
Principal
RM 8,000 - RM 10,000 / month
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JOB SUMMARY
The Principal holds comprehensive responsibility for all aspects of school operations either directly or indirectly. This includes:
- Structuring the detailed organization of the school
- Developing the instructional program
- Assigning and supervising staff duties
- Overseeing the overall day-to-day operations of the school
Key Responsibilities
1. Leadership and School Climate
- Work towards achieving the objectives outlined in the School’s Annual Business Plan, policies, and strategic direction, as set by the Council of Education (COE) / Board of Management (BoM).
- Continuously strive to enhance the operational efficiency of the school.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including operational licenses and other relevant laws governing private schools.
- Stay updated with current educational practices and administrative methods by attending professional development sessions, meetings, and reviewing educational literature.
- Recommend and implement appropriate policy changes within the scope of responsibility.
- When not teaching, dedicate time to supervising school operations, observing instructional practices, and supporting overall school improvement.
- Support and guide student leaders and teaching staff.
- Regularly engage with parents and administrative staff to resolve issues and maintain clear communication.
- Uphold transparent and accountable internal governance processes.
2. Program and Curriculum Development
- Ensure academic policies and the curriculum are implemented effectively.
- Develop and monitor key performance benchmarks to measure institutional success.
- Coordinate and promote the development of academic programs tailored to meet the diverse needs and interests of students, including specialized programs such as special education.
- Support teaching staff in developing, modifying, and selecting appropriate curriculum materials. Keep the management team informed of any curriculum changes.
- Encourage strong student morale by facilitating curricular and co-curricular activities, and involve staff in organizing and supporting these activities.
3. Student Management and Supervision
- Foster a school environment that promotes student self-discipline.
- Exercise disciplinary authority over students during school hours, school transport, and all school-sanctioned activities.
- Oversee student organizations and ensure their activities align with school policies.
- Ensure adequate supervision of students on school premises, during transit, and throughout school-related events and field trips.
- Create an inclusive, unbiased environment where all students can reach their full potential.
- Maintain open communication with students and address their concerns consistently.
4. Human Resources
- Conduct performance evaluations for teaching staff and identify areas for professional development.
- Provide leadership in recruitment, onboarding, and training of academic staff.
- Set and monitor performance targets and objectives for teachers and other school personnel.
5. Financial Management
- Oversee the planning and management of the school’s annual budget.
- Propose and justify budget allocations for instructional materials, staffing, equipment, and other operational needs.
- Evaluate and approve budget-related requests within the allocated funding framework.
Job Requirements
- Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Education, Teaching, or a related field.
- At least 10 years of proven leadership experience in education management.
- Strong leadership, multitasking, and decision-making capabilities.
- Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with staff, students, and parents.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to coach, mentor, and inspire teams.
- Sound knowledge of school administrative procedures and national education regulations.
- High level of organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Familiarity with School Management Systems (SMS) and Learning Management Systems (LMS) is an added advantage.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: RM8,000.00 - RM10,000.00 per month
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Work Location: In person