High School Principal

American International School- Cairo, Main Campus (Egypt)
Position Posted Jan ‎3, ‎23
Deadline Feb ‎28, ‎23

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School Details

AISE - Main offers a full Pre-KG to Grade ‎12 American curriculum, taught in
English by a highly motivated staff of certified and experienced teachers. The
curriculum is designed to prepare students for entry into highly competitive
colleges in the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, and elsewhere.
We offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB DP) as an option
for students in Grades ‎11 and ‎12. Students who do not choose to pursue the
full IB Diploma may still earn IB certificates in specific subjects.

The AISE - Main curriculum includes a full complement of: arts, drama, music,
dance, world languages, and athletic programs, as well as the students enjoy a
broad range of extra-curricular activities. The school 's sports teams, as
well as groups such as the Model United Nations Club, regularly travel to take
part in international tournaments and other events. We also offer Week Without
Walls for students to travel to many countries as well as local field trips.
The school's goal is to develop students' core and essential skills, as well
as their capacities for critical thinking and creativity. In addition to
cultivating a passion for learning, AISE - Main promotes students' development
of their character, their skills as young leaders, and their sense of civic
responsibility.

American International School - Main Campus is fully accredited by the Middle
States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA).

Facilities

AISE - Main enjoys one of Cairo and the region 's best school campuses. The
campus includes spacious and well-resourced classrooms, computer and science
labs, Library/Media Centers, an auditorium and a full-sized gymnasium, and an
outdoor heated swimming pool, as well as a regulation-size soccer field,
weight room, running track, and several play areas. The school also benefits
from excellent IT infrastructure and resourcing. There are two full-time
medical doctors located in the clinic.

Position Qualifications

The teachers at AISE - Main are predominantly North American, with the
exception of some specialist teachers and native speakers of French, Spanish,
and Arabic who teach language classes.

The AISE - Main High School Principal position entails a competitive salary
and excellent benefits package. The ideal candidate will have the following
qualifications:

• A minimum of a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership and Principal Certification.


• A proven track record in educational leadership, including at least three years of experience as a principal at a quality American or international school.


• The ability to lead and work collaboratively with a large and talented team of teachers, administrators, and other school personnel.


• A strong and outgoing personal presence.


• Proven commitment to a well-balanced program that focuses on the whole child.


• Strong communication skills, with the ability to reach out to many constituencies.


• The ability to recruit and retain highly qualified teachers.


• The flexibility to learn and adapt to new cultures and situations.

"Excellent facilities, experienced leadership and management, dedicated
teachers and a cohesive and innovative team."

THE POSITION

The American International School in Egypt - Main Campus (AISE - Main) seeks
an educational leader who has passion for excellence and innovation in
teaching and who has a demonstrated track record of leading student-centered
learning at the secondary years. This position begins on August ‎1, ‎2023.

This position provides an exceptional opportunity for a forward-thinking
educator with a global perspective and a desire to become part of a learning
community characterized by strong relationships, diverse interests, and a
rigorous educational mission. AISE - Main enrolls approximately ‎1860 students
(nearly ‎500 in the high school) of roughly ‎20 nationalities from both the
local and international communities in Cairo and employs a predominantly
American faculty of international teachers and a comprehensive support staff.
The overall enrollment of AISE across its two campuses exceeds ‎3,200 students.

AISE - Main was established in ‎1990 to provide high-quality American
international education to both expatriate and local children in Cairo. The
school has grown and progressed to become one of Cairo 's best and most highly
regarded American schools. Today AISE - Main is a vibrant school, rich with
academic resources and extra-curricular opportunities, all aimed at enhancing
students' lives and connecting them to a greater global community. AISE - Main
is part of the Esol Education group of schools, comprised of ten American and
British schools spanning five countries and three continents.

AISE - Main is a Pre-KG to Grade ‎12 school with a Principal in charge of each
of our four divisions; Early Childhood Center, Elementary School, Middle
School, and High School. The High School administration is an integral part of
the school's leadership team and is comprised of one Principal, two Vice
Principals, and two Counselors.

The new High School Principal must be a strong educational leader, excited by
and committed to the ongoing development of our AISE - Main and Esol
principles and mission statements.

Specifically, the next High School Principal must demonstrate a grounding in
the AISE - Main Learning Principles.

That students learn best when:
‎1. Educational material is relevant to their lives.
‎2. Timely feedback is offered for their work.
‎3. Lessons are highly engaging.
‎4. They have a sense of belonging to the school.
‎5. They reflect upon their work and school experience.
‎6. They collaborate with other students.

The High School Principal has overall responsibility for the organizational,
operational, and academic functions of the high school, including working with
the Director/Head of School and other AISE - Main leaders to recruit, develop
and retain outstanding faculty and staff. The Principal will work with the
Director/Head of School and fellow school leaders to formulate the school's
strategic plans and programs and will direct the day-to-day operation of its
high school programs.

ORGANIZATION AND GOVERNANCE

The Director reports to the school 's Board, which is comprised of three or
more members of the Esol leadership team. The Esol executive team, including
its Chief Information Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Education Consultants,
and others, provide support to AISE - Main and other Esol schools in their
respective areas of expertise.

ESOL EDUCATION

Operating since ‎1976, Esol Education is an organization specialized in the
establishment and management of high-quality international schools. Esol
currently operates a total of ten international schools in Dubai, Abu Dhabi,
Bahrain, Egypt, Cyprus, Hong Kong and Lebanon. Each of the Esol schools
follows an American or British curriculum and is accredited by the Middle
States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA) and/or the Council of
International Schools (CIS). Seven Esol schools currently offer the
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme ® (IBDP) with several offering
the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (PYP). The Esol
Education schools enjoy the benefits of experienced leadership and management,
excellent facilities, and caring and dedicated teachers. Since its inception,
Esol 's focus has always honored the founder's commitment to the attainment of
the highest standards of educational excellence.

For more information about Esol, please visit www.esoleducation.com.

CAIRO, EGYPT

Cairo is a vibrant, exhilarating, fascinating and welcoming city. Home to many
of the best Pharaonic, Coptic and Islamic sites in Egypt, it is a city where
you never know what incredible, half-forgotten monument you might stumble upon
while wandering around town. Cairo residents can enjoy evenings on the Nile
River, visits to the capital 's medieval markets by Khan El-Khalili, and walks
along the Nile promenade. There are also many remarkable museums, art
galleries, cinemas, theaters and modern malls. On any given week, one can
attend an opera or enjoy oriental music dance shows, as well as see the Giza
Pyramids and thousands of ancient artifacts at the Egyptian Museum of
Antiquities.

The weather in Cairo is moderate with low humidity at almost any time of the
year. Highs of ‎36°C are common in July and lows of ‎21°C have been witnessed.
The winter months in Cairo are very pleasant with temperatures ranging between
‎15°C and ‎21°C. Egypt offers fantastic opportunities for domestic travel to the
beaches and coral reefs of Sinai and the Red Sea coast, and incredible ancient
historical sites like the ancient temples and the Valley of Kings in Luxor.
Opportunities for international travel are also excellent thanks to Cairo's
proximity to some of the world's best tourist destinations in Europe, the
Middle East, and Africa.

TO APPLY

Please apply directly to the school by submitting:
‎1. A current resume
‎2. A list of at least three references with current telephone numbers and
email addresses.
‎3. A letter of application no longer than two pages (one-page is ideal),
explaining your educational beliefs, leadership strengths and professional and
personal interests.
‎4. An answer to the following question: "Why is AISE-Main the right school
for you?" in either a short written form (less than one page), or using
another medium, such as portfolio, video, or other archival piece.

Please email these documents directly to Dr. Kapono Ciotti, Director, AISE -
Main at
[email protected]. We encourage you to apply at the earliest possible time
and no later than February ‎28, ‎2023. The review of files will begin as soon as
applications are received. Candidates should note that in the event an
outstanding applicant is identified early in the search process, the school
reserves the right to make an appointment and conclude the search prior to the
stated deadline.