Female Secondary Principal

IMPORTANT: The position is for the next academic year.

Start Date: August 2026

About The International Programs School (IPS)

The International Programs School (IPS) in Al Khobar established in 2000 with just 19 students has grown significantly and now serves over 1443 students from more than 53 different nationalities. As a dynamic and gender-segregated international school in Saudi Arabia IPS provides a North American curriculum and is accredited by the Middle States Association (MSA) in addition to being authorized by the Saudi Ministry of Education.

IPS boasts a diverse faculty that includes certified teachers from English-speaking countries alongside Saudi and Arabic educators from the region. The schools core curriculum is aligned with North American standards and emphasizes a high-quality classroom environment tailored to meet the needs of its international student body.

In the 2016-2017 academic year IPS became an IB World School initiating the Primary Years Program (PYP) and the Diploma Program (DP) which further enhanced its educational offerings.

Working at IPS presents an excellent opportunity for educators to be part of a prestigious institution with a commitment to academic excellence and offers promising career prospects within a vibrant learning community.

Job Overview

The principal shall pledge her commitment to providing leadership organizational and management skills to successfully guide school programs that will ensure that each student achieves success. The principal must have a lifelong love of learning manage a highly qualified faculty motivate students and develop a working relationship with the parents.

Some of the Key Responsibilities of the Secondary Principal

The Secondary Principal plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of our school by fostering academic
excellence developing global citizens and leading the IB secondary division with purpose and innovation. As
a key member of the leadership team the Principal ensures every student is challenged supported and
inspired in a dynamic and inclusive learning environment.
1. Providing instructional leadership across Grades 612 with a strong focus on student achievement and
well-being
2. Leading the implementation and development of the IB Diploma Programme ensuring alignment with IB
philosophy and standards
3. Ensuring consistent implementation of school policies and procedures aligned with the school strategic plan
and values
4. Building and mentoring a high-performing team of educators and department heads through coaching
evaluation and professional growth opportunities
5. Collaborating closely with the Head of School and senior leadership on long-term planning accreditation and
school improvement initiatives
6. Maintaining high standards of behavior equity inclusion and student safety in the school community
7. Engaging with students parents and staff through open communication visibility and a hands-on leadership approach

Requirements

1. Education degree: A Bachelors degree in education or a related field. A foundational academic qualification
that ensures the candidate has formal training in teaching and learning practices.
2. Experience: A minimum of three years experience as a Secondary Principal. Proven ability to lead a
secondary school division with responsibility for academic programs student wellbeing staff supervision
and overall school operations.
Preferred Qualifications
1. A Masters degree in education or a related field. An advanced degree indicating deeper expertise in
educational theory leadership or curriculum design supporting high-level decision-making and strategy.
2. Experience working in the Arab Gulf countries. Understanding of regional cultural expectations parent-school
relationships and relevant educational frameworks within the Gulf context.
3. Experience with school accreditation processes. First-hand involvement in preparing for or leading school
accreditation visits with organizations such as CIS NEASC or others.
4. IB Diploma Programme (DP) leadership experience. Direct experience in leading or managing the IB DP
ensuring alignment with its rigorous standards and philosophy.
5. Familiarity with the IB DP authorization or re-authorization process. Knowledge of the protocols
documentation and implementation steps required for successful IB DP authorization or re-authorization.
6. Licensed/certified as a school administrator
7. Proven international leadership experience as a Principal. Successful leadership in an international school
setting with a clear understanding of the complexities and dynamics of a cross-cultural educational
environments.

Desired Leadership Qualities

1. Student-centered: Prioritizes the academic social and emotional growth of every student; makes
decisions that serve students best interests and support their holistic development.
2. Collaborative: Fosters a culture of teamwork by involving staff students and parents in shared
decision-making and creating a strong sense of community.
3. Visible and engaged: Takes an active and present role in daily school life; attends events visits
classrooms and builds strong relationships with students and staff.
4. Excellent organizational skills: Effectively manages time resources and complex school operations to
ensure smooth day-to-day functioning and long-term planning.
5. Life-long learner: Models continuous learning through professional development reflection and staying
updated on educational trends and best practices.
6. Strong problem-solving skills: Approaches challenges with a proactive mindset using data input from
others and sound judgment to find thoughtful practical solutions.
7. Strategic thinker: Aligns initiatives and school improvement plans with the school long-term goals and
vision anticipating future needs and opportunities.
Desired Personal Qualities
1. Integrity - models ethical principles and behavior: Upholds high ethical standards in all actions and
decisions demonstrating honesty accountability and transparency.
2. Exceptional communication skills: Articulates ideas clearly and with purpose; listens actively and
ensures open two-way communication with all members of the school community.
3. Highly developed interpersonal skills: Builds trust and maintains respectful professional relationships
with staff students and parents; navigates conflict constructively.
4. Internationally minded - multicultural competence and sensitivity:
5. Understands and respects cultural differences promoting an inclusive environment that embraces
diverse perspectives.
6. Appreciates diversity and fosters inclusion and belonging: Creates a safe and welcoming space for
students and staff of all backgrounds and champions policies and practices that support equity.
7. Flexible adaptable and growth-minded: Responds positively to change and feedback remaining agile
and solutions-oriented in dynamic educational settings.
8. Resilient and patient: Demonstrates perseverance and emotional strength under pressure or during
challenges maintaining a calm and supportive presence.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary is competitive and will be dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the successful

candidate.

Benefits:

1. Tax-free salary and benefits

2. Fully furnished housing in Compound with walking distance to the school campus

3. Shipping allowance

4.100% school tuitions discount

5. Health Insurance - including accompanying dependants

6. Annual airfare allowance - including accompanying dependants

7. Professional development programmes

8. Local transportation allowance

9. End of Service payment