Primary School Principal Job in Kisumu Kenya (KShs 100K – 150K)

Vacancy: Primary School Principal

Industry: Education

Location: Kisumu

Salary: KShs 100,000 – 150,000 GrossOur client is a private Primary school in Kisumu.

They seek to recruit a Primary School Principal to be the general overseer,
ensure progress and smooth running of the school.

 Key Responsibilities

• Create, implement and oversee curriculum delivery strategies that will promote the institution as a centre of academic excellence.
• Take part in collaborative activities within the Ministry of Education’s programme especially at county level, including test development, marking of examinations and officiating at co-curriculum events.
• Evidence of ability to handle at least two examinable subjects at KCPE level.
• Student-oriented philosophy and skill set.
• Technology competencies appropriate to 21st century educators.
• A commitment to extra-curricular activities beyond the normal teaching day.
• Provides activities which facilitate the professional growth of the school staff and enhance the quality of the instructional programs.
• Oversee faculty staff and make decisions that impact the overall educational success of the school.
• Assist the Board in the development of academic and other school policies.
• Interpret and enforce the academic policies of the Board.
• Manage and supervise all the academic activities of the school.
• Motivate and monitor the performance of teachers.
• Keep the Board up to date on all the academic aspects of the school.
• Act as representative of the Board and the school in interacting with the general public, governmental agencies and other external stakeholders.
• Participate in the recruitment of staff, and conduct periodic faculty evaluations and performance reviews.
• Manage faculty and student disciplinary procedures.
• Lead and instruct the staff to conduct educational programs as per curriculum, time schedule, education policy and vision of the school.

Qualification / Requirements 

• A Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Education.
• TSC P 1 teachers with over 5 years’ continuous service and experience in administration will be considered.
• Technology competencies appropriate to 21st Century educators
• Must have been or currently involved in actual administration of a 8-4-4 private primary school with an enrolment of over 400 pupils
• Must have worked for 5-10 years in a similar capacity at a  reputable private  primary school with a proven track record of achieving good results at least at provincial level
• Preferably between 35 – 45 years of age
• Demonstrate ability to initiate/suggest ideas that can improve/develop the school in all aspects including academic and extra- curricular activities.
• Experience in people management.
• Energetic, self-driven and of high integrity.
• Communicates clearly and in a concise manner.
• Strong leadership skills
• Demonstrated team-building skills and success leading collaborative learning teams
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Energetic, goal-oriented and self-motivated, with an optimistic, “can-do” approach to challenges and change.
• Integrity and clarity in personal values—which must include love of learning and valuing students as individuals.

Demonstrated qualities of :

• Adaptability and resilience
• Effectiveness
• Strong work ethic
• Appropriate levels of confidence and humility
• Openness to advice and suggestions
• The willingness to ask for help when needed
• The ability to think critically and strategically
• A sense of humor
• Strong networking skills both internally, with other schools, TSC/ Government Stakeholders
• Able to bring in fresh innovative ideas to the board on modern school administration and creative school children management
• Possess an exemplary personnel record.
• Reference contact information both email and phone numbers
• from current and recent supervisors.
• Evidence of professional commitment to continuous growth

How to Apply

If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualification and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Primary School Principal – 100 to 150k Gross) to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke   before 29th October, 2014

Kindly indicate current/ last salary on your CV

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Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.