female secondary principal - aug 2025 - saudi arabia

Teachanywhere; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 215,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

An established international school in Al Khobar is seeking a dynamic Female Secondary Principal to lead its diverse community. With a commitment to providing a high-quality education aligned with North American standards, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of over 1370 students from various backgrounds. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for fostering a positive learning environment. The school offers a comprehensive benefits package, including furnished housing, airfare allowance, and health insurance, making this an attractive opportunity for educational leaders looking to make a significant impact in the Middle East.

Benefits

Fully furnished housing

Annual airfare allowance

Health insurance for teacher and dependents

Tuition discount for children

Shipping allowance

Local transportation allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Principal experience, preferably in the Middle East.
• Bilingual in Arabic and English is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school to foster a positive learning environment.
• Collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Problem-solving abilities

Organizational skills

Diplomacy skills

People skills

Creativity in education

Collaborative mindset

Education

University degree in a relevant field

University-level teaching qualification

Master's Degree in Education

Job description

Female Secondary Principal
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia

Start Date: August 2025
School Curriculum: IB
Minimum Experience: 3 years in similar position

The School

This school opened in 2000 with 19 students and now has an enrolment of more than 1370 students representing over 38 different nationalities. It is a dynamic, gender-segregated, international school and is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Program (PYP) and the Diploma Program (DP). Core courses of study are aligned with North American standards and the school prides itself in providing a top quality classroom environment for students. The faculty is a mix of certified teachers from English speaking countries and Saudi and Arabic teachers from the Middle East.

Living and Working in Saudi Arabia

Al-Khobar is a thriving city undergoing rapid development. It is only a short drive away from Bahrain where shops, hotels and restaurants are easily accessible.

School Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of whole school Principal experience, ideally within the Middle East region
• KSA & International teaching experience is preferred
• Bilingual (Arabic and English) is preferred

Qualifications:

• University degree in a relevant field.
• University-level teaching qualification.
• A Master's Degree in Education (preferred).
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Politically astute with a skill for diplomacy.
• Exceptional people skills to foster a positive learning environment.
• Creativity in approach to education and educational leadership.
• Ability to build and maintain positive and productive relationships.
• Collaborative mindset, working cooperatively and effectively with diverse teams.

Salary and Benefits Package

• Teaching salaries range from SAR215,000 - 233,250
• Fully furnished housing provided
• Annual Airfare allowance for teacher and dependents
• Health insurance for teacher and dependents
• Tuition discount (100% for first child - 50% for the second child)
• Shipping allowance
• Local transportation allowance
• 2 year contract