Head of Cambridge

Job Title: Head of Academics

Duty/responsibility

A. Curriculum Implementation

• Oversee the implementation of the Cambridge Curriculum across all subjects, ensuring alignment with Cambridge International standards
  
• Regularly review and update curriculum materials to reflect best practices and educational innovations.
  
• Coordinate the integration of Cambridge assessments, including IGSCE and A-level preparations, into the academic program.
  
• To prepare schemes of work/lesson plans and teach students according to the set timetable.
  
• To plan, organize, direct and co-ordinate the teaching programs and activities of staff and students.
  
• To prepare academic plans, programs and schedules (time table) of the school.
  

B.  Leadership and Management    

• Provide strong leadership to academic staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
  
• Conduct regular evaluations of teaching practices and provide constructive feedback to enhance instructional effectiveness.
  
• To offer career guidance to students, plan for and coordinate career days
  
• Organize and lead academic meetings and professional development workshops focused on Cambridge curriculum delivery.
  
• To liaise with Universities and recruitment agents for purposes of counseling and guiding students  
  
• To spearhead the interviews and admissions of new students
  
• To organize orientation programs for new staff members
  
• To ensure effective and efficient maintenance of records, resources material, facilities and information services for efficient accountability
  
• To be the key contact person and handle correspondences with the examining body. (University of Cambridge)
  
• To identify man power needs and recommend candidates for recruitment
  
• To prepare and take candidates through the online registration for CAIE examinations and make appropriate entries for them for the May/June and October/November sessions
  
• To establish CAIE examinations charges and bill each candidate based on the subjects to be attempted
  
• To organize and facilitate training of CAIE examinations invigilators
  
• To continuously monitor and update management on any developments at CAIE
  

C.  Professional Development.

• Facilitate ongoing professional development opportunities for teachers to enhance their understanding of the Cambridge curriculum and effective teaching methodologies
  
• Ensure teacher participation in Cambridge training programs and workshops.
  
• To identify training/development needs and recommend teachers for career development courses/training
  

 D. Collaboration and Communication.

• Organize academic events, such as information sessions for parents and student showcases, to promote engagement with the Cambridge curriculum.
  
• Maintain open lines of communication with parents regarding academic programs, students’ progress, and Cambridge initiatives.
  
• Collaborate with school leadership to align academic goals with the overall mission of the school.
  
• To advise and guide parents and students on subject choice with a focus on career prospects and interest
  

E. Budget Management.

• Assist in the preparation and management of the academic budget, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to support learning activities and initiatives.
  

• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role within a Cambridge curriculum or international school setting.
  
• Proven track record of improving student academic performance and teacher effectiveness in  a Cambridge environment.
  
• A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Education – BA(ED), BSC(ED), BED, PGDE
  
• Cambridge international education (CIE) accredited teacher training certificate
  

• Strong Leadership and Interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate staff
  
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills, with a focus on data- driven decision making
  
• In-depth knowledge of the Cambridge curriculum and assessment process
  
• Communication skills – written and verbal
  
• Knowledge of international University recruitment procedures
  
• Report writing skills
  
• Guidance and counseling
  
• Familiarity with UCAS
  
• Supervisory skills
  
• Curriculum design
  
• Mentoring skills