The Board of Management of Thompson Town High School Invites applications for the post of
Principal
The successful candidate will be required to:
Provide strong leadership for a progressing secondary school by:
- Providing transformational leadership.
- Participating in the development of strategic plans for the school and leading in their implementation.
- Providing a strong team ethos, motivation and collaboration to all staff, students and parents.
- Adhering to the Education Act/Code of Regulation, the FAA Act and other laws governing the management of public educational institutions.
- Developing and maintaining associated activities to provide a rounded educational experience for students.
- Energizing and working closely with major stakeholders to achieve the school's goals.
- Making recommendations to the Board of Management on policy directions to be followed.
Required Qualifications
- A trained graduate, with a Bachelor's Degree qualification in Education or its equivalent.
- A trained Teacher's Diploma or Diploma in Education.
- National College of Educational Leadership (NCEL) training would be an asset.
- A post-graduate degree would also be an asset (Master's or Doctorate Degree in Educational Leadership or any other appropriate disciple)
- At least five (5) years' experience as a teacher - with at least three (3) years in a supervisory role.
Required Competencies
- Professional integrity and honesty.
- Strong inspirational leadership skills.
- Strong in the areas of discipline and professionalism.
- Strong inter-personal and team-building skills.
- Strong communication skills including use of current ICT tools.
- Knowledge of the laws governing the public educational sector in Jamaica.
- Knowledge of human resource management regulations and techniques.
- Knowledge of the financial regulations governing educational institutions.
Deadline for Submission of applications: February 13, 2023.
Applications should be submitted on the prescribed forms available at the Ministry of Education and Youth's website (www.moey.jm) and should be sent to:
The Chairman
Thompson Town High School
Thompson Town P.O., Clarendon
NB: Only short - listed candidates will be contacted./
