Principal - Dubai Schools Nad Al Sheba - August 2025

SupportFinity™; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Dubai seeks a Principal to provide visionary leadership and foster an inclusive school culture blending American educational traditions with Emirati heritage. Candidates should have proven experience in senior leadership and a commitment to excellence, offering a competitive tax-free salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Accommodation/housing allowance

Annual flight allowance

Medical insurance

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or NPQSL/NPQH required.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a senior leadership role.
• Knowledge of US curriculum standards and UAE context desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school and shape its educational offering.
• Develop strong partnerships within the school network.
• Oversee curriculum decisions and team management.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Excellent communication

Financial acumen

Relationship management

Education

Master’s degree

NPQSL/NPQH

Teaching certification

Principal educational management qualification

Job description

Job Overview

Taaleem Dubai Schools Nad Al Sheba is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader with a proven track record of excellence either as a current Principal or a highly accomplished senior leader ready to take the next step. Ideally, candidates will bring experience from both the US and the UAE, enabling them to craft a school culture that blends the best of American educational traditions with the richness of Emirati heritage.

This is a unique and career-defining opportunity for an exceptional leader. As Principal, you will play a central role in shaping a pioneering educational offering that reflects Taaleem’s core values and responds to the aspirations of its predominantly Emirati student body.

The Principal will work closely with Taaleem’s central team and the wider network of schools, fostering strong partnerships and a shared commitment to excellence. Outstanding communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and the presence to represent the school with credibility and confidence are essential.

Dubai Schools

The Dubai Schools Mission is to be a Beacon of Academic Excellence. Combining an inquisitive teaching approach and future-focused skillset delivery, we work hand-in-hand with the community to nurture students to become independent and empathetic learners. We offer an American education that will be guided by Arabic principles and Islamic values which will foster future-ready graduates, driven by pride and tolerance.

The main objective of the Dubai Schools Al Barsha, Mirdif and Nad al Sheba Projects is to create a mutually beneficial partnership between the government and the private sector that ensures Dubai’s aspiration to have 100% of Emirati Students enrolled in 'Good+' rated schools.

Who are we looking for? (Please see attached job description.)

We would like to recruit individuals who believe they can make a difference to their students, who understand that change is a process and who want to take an active role in sharing their expertise as the team moves towards achieving its shared goals. The projected growth of Taaleem will offer a broad range of exciting opportunities in the coming years.

You Will Have

Education: Master’s degree or NPQSL/NPQH, Teaching certification, Principal / educational management qualification

Experience

• The placement will be in a large school setting (2000+ primary students); at least 5 years’ experience in a senior leadership role that has included responsibility for running/line managing a team, making curriculum decisions, inspection procedures and working firsthand with parents.
• The Primary section runs from KG to Grade 5, follows US curriculum standards, and employs an internationally diverse staff, knowledge and experience in a similar setting would be a distinct advantage.
• IB PYP experience, US curriculum standards and familiarity with the UAE context would be desirable.
  
  

Competencies

• Critical thinker and problems solver
• Knowledge of international inspection, and evaluation frameworks
• Excellent communication skills in spoken and written form
• Financial acumen
• Successful in managing time and priorities
• Experience in developing and leading high performing teams
• Highly effective relationship management with a variety of stakeholders
• Able to delegate effectively and hold people to account
• Able to drive improvements by taking staff along with you
• Educational data literate
  
  

Attributes

• Internationally minded, emotionally intelligent, intercultural awareness, creative and persuasive
• Action orientated
• High stamina and resilience
• Flexibility and adaptable to change
• Calm under pressure
  
  

We Offer

• Supportive staff who are committed to school improvement, who will work with you to achieve your goals
• An extensive induction programme
• A school where people can develop and thrive in a caring, fun and nurturing environment
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our students
• A competitive tax-free salary, accommodation/housing allowance, annual flight allowance, visa, and medical insurance
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• The full support of the wider network of Taaleem schools
• A unique opportunity to experience a different culture
  
  

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of high quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.