Sampoerna Academy - National Principal

Sampoerna Schools System; Surabaya ꦱꦸꦫꦧꦪ; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Surabaya seeks a National Principal to provide instructional and administrative leadership. The ideal candidate must be an Indonesian National with a Bachelor's degree in Education and a minimum of 5 years leadership experience, particularly in SPK Schools. This role involves fostering educational development, managing school accreditation, and promoting community awareness of the national curriculum. Strong fluency in both Indonesian and English, as well as excellent interpersonal skills, are required.

Qualifications

• MUST be an Indonesian National.
• Minimum of 5 years leadership experience.
• Experience working as a Principal in SPK Schools.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and administrative leadership focused on the National Curriculum.
• Manage and oversee all processes for school registration and accreditation.
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating instructional staff.

Skills

Fluency in Indonesian

Fluency in English

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree in Education, Psychology, or Leadership Management

Job description

Our teaching philosophy encourages students to inquire, explore, innovate and communicate, providing vital skills required for leadership in Indonesia and abroad. Coupled with internationally-recognized academic credentials, we are equipping our students to compete and succeed at every stage of life. With the advent of the information age available at our finger-tips, our job as a school is to teach our students “to learn how to learn”.

Drawing from the world’s best curricula and American-based STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) methodologies, we are equipping our students with global exposure and an internationally-recognized academic qualification.

Our environment was created to encourage a culture of innovation and collaboration. Moreover, our integration of communication, multiple language proficiency, and collaboration in team projects set us apart from most other schools in ASEAN.

Vision

Sampoerna Academy graduates will assume leadership roles in a global society by being creative, passionate, life-long learners who are able to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world and who care deeply for their fellow men and the environment.

Mission

The mission of Sampoerna Academy is to provide a safe, caring, and collaborative learning environment that is of the highest quality and meets global expectations for student achievement and character development. Our educational foundation is student-centered with a strong emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) which enables students to become mature, confident global citizens with a strong sense of purpose. Our end goal is to prepare students for tertiary education and to make them work-ready and world-ready.

Core Beliefs

• Academically, we prioritize the development of cognitive skills and communication skills over rote memorization because we believe that more than acquiring facts, students must be able to apply their knowledge in real situations.
• We seek opportunities to engage all stakeholders to play a part in the success of our students.
• We maintain a strong Asian cultural value system that celebrates social harmony, order, and respect.
• STEAM competency will differentiate our students from those attending other schools.
• Our learning spaces are a platform for hands-on activities, exploration, inquiry and the creation of knowledge and dialogue.

Job Description

The National Principal provides instructional and administrative leadership, ensuring adherence to national curriculum requirements and fostering the educational development of students and staff in their assigned school/grade levels. This role promotes parent and community awareness of the national curriculum and works closely with key stakeholders, including the Principal, Assistant Principal, Heads of Department, Curriculum Heads, and teachers to support effective curriculum delivery. The National Principal also liaises with local and national educational authorities.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership and Coordination

• Provide instructional and administrative leadership focused on the National Curriculum.
• Promote awareness of the national curriculum among parents and the community.
• Collaborate with the Principal, Vice Principal, Heads of Department, Curriculum Heads, and teachers for effective curriculum delivery.
• Liaise with local and national educational authorities.
• Also act as Assistant Principal on areas/matters assigned by Principal

Regulatory Compliance and Accreditation

• Attend scheduled meetings with the Ministry of Education & Culture, local Diknas, and Pengawas.
• Manage and oversee all processes and administration for school registration and accreditation with the Ministry of Research, Technology, and Higher Education.
• Ensure timely and error-free data reporting to local Diknas and the Ministry of Research, Technology, and Higher Education, e.g., Dapodik, Sispena.
• Ensure timely school accreditation, organize and manage the process to achieve an A accreditation rating.

Instructional Supervision and Support

• Assist in monitoring and evaluating instructional staff through formal evaluations and walkthroughs, focusing on National Curriculum subject teachers.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the master teaching and student schedules.

Examinations and Reporting

• Manage and monitor preparation for common assessments and final examinations.
• Manage and organize preparation classes for Ujian Sekolah (School-Based Exams) for grades 6, 9, and 12, and ANBK for grades 5, 8, and 11.
• Prepare, print, record, and distribute Ijazah for graduating classes.
• Manage and organize preparation classes for National examinations at respective grades.
• Prepare, record, and analyze the Raport Pendidikan for grades 5, 8, and 11.
• Prepare, print, record, and distribute National Report Cards and other documents for students as needed or requested.

Curriculum Development and Teacher Support

• Remain abreast of current national curriculum trends, instructional strategies, practices, developments, instructional materials, and related governmental procedures and guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with parents, school, and community committees on school-related matters.
• Assist in selecting school personnel for National subjects.
• Support new teacher onboarding.
• Participate in workshops, in-services, and other administrative staff development activities.
• Plan, coordinate, and follow up on training and workshops for National Curriculum teachers.
• Ensure all National Curriculum lesson plans, curriculum scope and sequence, and related documents are prepared, archived, and submitted to authorities as required.
• Ensure that the National Curriculum plans and activities are implemented by teachers.
• Review and provide feedback on weekly lesson plan submissions for all National subjects unless delegated to an HOD.
• Work with the Principal to implement all academic programs, especially National Curriculum programs.
• Provide training and mentoring for National subject teachers to be relevant to the current curriculum.

Event and Resource Management

• Assist the Principal with the organization of major school events as needed.
• Establish and maintain an effective accounting and inventory system for departmental supplies, materials, and equipment.

Communication and Confidentiality

• Inform the Principal of staff difficulties and assist in overcoming these challenges.
• Protect the confidentiality of records and information gained professionally and use discretion in sharing information within legal confines.

Additional Responsibilities

• Teach subjects as required for BIMBEL and Ujian Sekolah preparation or others.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director of Schools, Principal, Vice Principal or Headquarters.
• Assist and monitor any international programs assigned by the Principal or Director.

Qualifications

• MUST be an Indonesian National
• Minimum has Bachelor degree in Education, Master degree in Education, Psychology or Leadership Management is preferred
• Having experience working as Principal in SPK Schools
• Have minimum of 5 years leadership experience
• Demonstrate fluency in both Indonesian and English languages
• Possess in-depth knowledge of Indonesian national curriculum and educational policies
• Exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Demonstrate proficiency in data analysis and reporting for educational purposes
• Have experience in managing school accreditation processes
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills

Additional Information

This position is expected to start on AY 2026/2027