Primary School Principal: Lead Culture & Growth

Kinderfield; Jambi; On-site; IDR 180,000,000 - 340,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinderfield in Jambi, Sumatra invites applications for a primary school principal to lead the school's vision and nurture holistic student growth. The role focuses on strong curriculum oversight, community engagement, and efficient resource management within a nurturing learning environment.

The ideal candidate has leadership experience, English and Bahasa Indonesia proficiency, and a collaborative approach to drive school improvement and staff development.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field from a reputable university.
• At least 3 years of teaching experience at the primary school level.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience (e.g., Principal, Vice Principal, Coordinator, or Head of Subject).
• Excellent proficiency in both spoken and written English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Highly motivated, with a strong sense of ownership, empathy, and passion for education.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Analytical mindset with strong systems-thinking ability.
• Excellent interpersonal skills when working with students, parents, colleagues, and the wider community.
• Effective team leader with strong collaboration skills.
• Proficient in ICT & Educational Technology (Google Workspace & Teaching - learning apps).
• Willing to be placed in Jambi, Sumatra.
• Having a Responsible to Life attitude.

Responsibilities

• Implement the school’s vision and mission across all aspects of school operations.
• Foster a positive school culture that supports the holistic development of students, including academic, creative, social-emotional, behavioral, and physical growth.
• Develop and oversee the primary school improvement plan, including budgeting, compliance, and effective resource management.
• Monitor and supervise coordinators in executing school plans, programs, curriculum, and events.
• Ensure a safe, secure, nurturing, and healthy learning environment for all students.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with parents through proactive communication, effective grievance handling, and engagement initiatives.
• Stay up to date with professional development and educational best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Communication with parents

ICT & EdTech

English proficiency

Bahasa Indonesia proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Tools

Google Workspace

Teaching - learning apps

Job description

Kinderfield in Jambi, Sumatra invites applications for a primary school principal to lead the school's vision and nurture holistic student growth. The role focuses on strong curriculum oversight, community engagement, and efficient resource management within a nurturing learning environment.

The ideal candidate has leadership experience, English and Bahasa Indonesia proficiency, and a collaborative approach to drive school improvement and staff development.