Co-Head of Division

Preamble – This role requires leadership and coordination, with all tasks necessitating collaboration among colleagues, division members, fellow Division Heads, and the Co-Principals. The Faculty Leaders and Division Heads form the Leadership Team that works alongside the Co-Principals and Vice Principal. The Senior Academic Leadership Team consists of the Co-Principals, Division Heads, and Vice Principal.

This job description is not exhaustive, and Division Heads may be asked by the Co-Principals to undertake reasonable additional responsibilities not outlined herein.

The Co-Head of Division position entails both academic and pastoral duties, with a two-year term starting at the beginning of the academic year. Renewal interviews will be held biennially, providing current Heads of Division and interested applicants the opportunity to apply.

Each Division (ECE, Primary, Secondary, and Senior Studies) will have two Co-Heads, who will jointly plan an efficient and fair allocation of responsibilities. To promote efficiency, especially within the Secondary and Senior Studies teams, certain tasks may be more effectively managed by a single Co-Head. Duties may include organizing coverage for absent staff and developing a professional development calendar that minimizes staff absence on any given day. Each Co-Head will be accountable for a specific area on behalf of the team.

Academic

• Administration
  • Create and manage a comprehensive administrative framework to oversee all aspects of the Co-Head of Division’s responsibilities.
  • Gain or deepen an understanding of the school's management information systems platform (MIS), such as PowerSchool and GMIS, and use the MIS to streamline administrative operations within the school while keeping staff informed of updates (practical applications).
  • Coordinate routine and emergency cover arrangements, ensuring the quality of substitute teachers.
  • Collaborate with the SLT in developing the School calendar.
• Curriculum policy, planning, and development
  • Assist in defining a clear curricular policy within the Division, ensuring alignment with school policy.
  • Take overall responsibility for the quality of teaching and curriculum implementation within the Division as part of the school development plan, working closely with SLT and Faculty leaders.
  • Organize and lead regular meetings, including Faculty gatherings, to promote curriculum development and discuss curricular issues.
  • Work with the ECA coordinator on cross/curricular/ECA initiatives relevant to their Division.
  • Oversee and promote the use of ICT within Departments, encouraging initiatives that enhance educational interactive technology.
  • Provide staff with updates on changes and developments in the broader educational landscape that may impact the curriculum, such as alterations to IGCSE or A-level structures.
  • Design programs for students remaining at school during trips, including CCP, WCP, and KH.
• Curriculum delivery, assessment, standards, and monitoring
  • Review the performance of Heads of Faculty and individual staff to ensure effective curriculum delivery for all students, advising SLT on necessary corrective measures. Serve as a professional mentor when required.
  • Monitor and assess standards through the analysis of assessment results and tracking individual and group progress to gain a comprehensive understanding of the Division's academic profile. Ensure all teachers weekly update the Gradebook with assessment data, maintaining consistency across classes and educators. Verify that formative assessments occur with the necessary frequency and variety. Consistency and rigor in assessment information are crucial for communicating student progress to parents monthly. Any significant discrepancies should first be addressed with Faculty leaders and then with the staff member directly if no improvement is observed. SLT should be informed of any specific concerns and the actions taken.

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