Elementary Deputy Principal (Academic) — IB Leader

STAMFORD AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Stamford American International School in Singapore seeks a Deputy Principal (Academic), Elementary, to join its leadership team and advance the school’s vision and IB programme delivery. The role includes stepping in as Principal, Elementary when needed, and guiding school-wide initiatives.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive PYP leadership, strong bilingual communication in Mandarin and English, and a track record of building a positive, inclusive school culture aligned with Stamford

Qualifications

• Ability to lead initiatives with staff to build school culture aligned with the school vision.
• At least 5 years of elementary homeroom teaching experience in a PYP context with experience in teaching Chinese literacy or as a language acquisition and 2 years of Leadership experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Effective collaborator and team-member.
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal bilingual – Mandarin & English skills, to support World Language and Bilingual programs with staff, students, and parents.
• Positive attitude toward challenges.
• Resilient - ability to manage workload depending on the demands of the job at various times throughout the year.
• Exemplifies the Stamford Values – Courage, Ingenuity, Compassion, Integrity and the IB learner profile

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives with staff to build school culture aligned with the school vision.
• Support the Elementary Leadership Team and school-wide initiatives.
• Collaborate to implement the IB PYP and language programs across the elementary level.
• Represent the Principal in the Elementary School when required.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for students, staff and families.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents to promote engagement and transparency.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Bilingual Mandarin & English

Resilience

Positive attitude

Stamford Values

Education

Teaching Qualification

Master’s degree in Educational Leadership

Knowledge of PYP

Elementary curriculum background

Job description

Stamford American International School in Singapore seeks a Deputy Principal (Academic), Elementary, to join its leadership team and advance the school’s vision and IB programme delivery. The role includes stepping in as Principal, Elementary when needed, and guiding school-wide initiatives.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive PYP leadership, strong bilingual communication in Mandarin and English, and a track record of building a positive, inclusive school culture aligned with Stamford