Director - Panama

We are seeking a dedicated and visionary Director to lead a prestigious school in Panama. The ideal candidate will be an inspiring educational leader, committed to collaborating with the Ministry of Education to achieve national education goals while ensuring the highest academic standards. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate professional who can drive excellence in teaching, foster a positive and cross-cultural school environment, and actively engage with the community to promote the holistic development of students.

The ideal candidate for the Director position is an experienced and dynamic educational leader with a deep commitment to academic excellence and community engagement. They possess strong collaboration skills, particularly in working with the Ministry of Education, and have a proven track record of successfully implementing educational policies and programs.

Candidates must have a vibrant and verifiable testimony of maturing spiritually in their worldview and in lifestyle choices as well as a Statement of Faith. This is a salaried opportunity with benefits and the client is looking for individuals ready to start prior to the 2025 - 2026 school year.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Collaborate with the Ministry of Education to implement national education plans.
• Define and supervise the school’s educational policies and ensure compliance.
• Foster professional development and growth among faculty and staff.
• Develop programs for the school’s future growth and success.
• Engage teachers, students, and parents in collaborative efforts to enhance education and community involvement.
• Oversee the implementation of special programs and ensure their success.
• Ensure smooth communication and relationships between the school’s educational community and external stakeholders.
• Manage faculty hiring, performance evaluations, and student admissions.
• Monitor curriculum, teaching plans, and faculty performance to meet educational standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and act as a mediator for conflicts involving students, staff, or parents.
• Promote Christian values and uphold the school’s reputation.
• Submit annual reports to the Ministry of Education and collaborate with the Board of Directors.
• Ensure compliance with all Ministry of Education regulations and directives.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Education: Master’s Degree in Education.
• Experience: Classroom teaching and a minimum of eight (8) years of teaching experience in a public or private school. Minimum of five (5) years of experience in educational administration (preferred).
• Additional: Have fifteen (15) accredited hours in Bible and theology. (Preferred)
• Skills:
• Superior communication skills.
• Ability to conceptualize and execute strategic plans.
• Capacity to interact confidently and effectively with administrative colleagues, staff, students, and parents, both in person and in written form.
• Working knowledge of curriculum mapping software, Google Apps, Microsoft Office.
• A well-developed understanding of and commitment to Christian education.
• Unreserved agreement with the school’s Statement of Faith and its foundational documents.
• A thorough understanding of adolescent students and the teaching-learning process.
• Effective leadership in developing a team to accomplish organizational goals.
• Languages: Effective communicator in English/Fluency in the English language. Effective communicator in Spanish. (Preferred)

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