Assistant Head Of Elementary (Expat only)

Job overview:

EMASI Nam Long offers purpose-built facilities and a dual-language program that integrates the requirements of the Ministry of Education & Training (MOET) with the Cambridge International Curriculum Framework, emphasizing English, Mathematics, and Science.

As the Assistant Head of Elementary, you will play a vital role in supporting the Managing Director and collaborating with the Head of Elementary to oversee both the academic and administrative operations of the Elementary division.

This position demands strong leadership, a deep understanding of elementary education, and experience in bilingual school environments.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Lead the formulation of school development plans and policies specific to the Elementary School.

• Keep abreast of current developments in Elementary practice and advise the MD and staff as appropriate.

• In partnership with the MD ensure that the school remains true to its vision, mission and aims.

• Lead assessment and curriculum initiatives and procedures in Elementary, including the gathering and analysis of assessment data and the tracking and reporting of student progress.

• Identify and develop opportunities for collaboration and transdisciplinary planning.

• Act as school liaison officer for external assessment schemes.

• Set up pastoral systems, monitor student progress/behaviour/uniform.

• Liaise, as appropriate, with the Learning Support Coordinator and Subject Leads concerning the progress of students.

• Contribute to proof-reading school reports.

• Deal with students and parents following incidents as described in the behaviour policy.

• Be the first point of contact between parents and staff in order to provide pastoral care for children.

• Assist in the organisation of events: assemblies, graduation, opening ceremony, concerts, productions, sports day, coffee mornings, open day, parents’ evenings etc.

• Assist in the creation of the school timetable.

• Lead the accreditation process with WASC and other agencies with regards to the Elementary School.

• Plan and identify on, and off-campus, CPD opportunities in line with the strategic goals of the school.

• Be accountable for high standards of uniform and dress code amongst students and staff.

• Plan and contribute to school newsletters/updates to the school community.

• Meet regularly with the Vietnamese Head and Coordinators to collaboratively develop, monitor and evaluate the Integrated Program.

• In collaboration with the HoS/HoP Vietnamese, ensure that the school fulfils curriculum requirements of MOET.

• Lead and oversee departmental meetings, setting agendas and reporting back to the MD.

• Assist in the school's student admissions process.

• Seek ways to develop student leadership and service opportunities.

• Lead and oversee curriculum meetings, setting agendas and reporting back to the MD/DH of Elementary/Secondary.

• Lead and mentor subject leaders and coordinators in the Elementary School.

• Any other duties as determined by the Managing Director after due consultation.

A BA in Education and/or a BA in the chosen field with teaching certification, Master’s degree is a plus.

English proficiency from IELTS 7.0.

At least 4 years teaching experience.