High School Principal (IB)
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Internship
Permanent
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On-site
The High School Principal (IB) role at International School of Hellerup requires advanced leadership expertise in International Baccalaureate (IB) education, specifically within the Middle Years Programme (MYP5) and Diploma Programme (DP). The candidate must demonstrate strong academic leadership capabilities, including curriculum development and interdisciplinary learning aligned with IB standards and the school's mission of international-mindedness. Key competencies include fostering inquiry-based teaching, integrating the IB Learner Profile and Approaches to Learning/Teaching, and ensuring curriculum coherence across grade levels. The role demands experience in staff management, including recruitment, professional development facilitation, mentorship, and feedback to enhance instructional quality. Proficiency in data-driven student progress monitoring and collaboration with student support services to promote inclusion, well-being, and social-emotional learning is essential. Effective communication skills are required to engage with parents and the wider school community, articulate the IB philosophy, and lead workshops that reinforce a culture of inquiry and global citizenship. Administrative acumen is necessary to serve as the primary IB liaison, ensure compliance with IB policies, manage assessment schedules, and oversee the professional development budget. The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree in education or a related field and possesses proven leadership experience within an IB MYP or DP context. Strong collaboration, communication, and leadership skills are critical to successfully advancing the school's commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and holistic student success in an international educational environment.
About the role
Role Summary
- Lead and enhance the MYP5 and Diploma Programme at International School of Hellerup (ISH)
- Foster inquiry, collaboration, and academic excellence
- Ensure alignment with IB standards and the school’s mission of international-mindedness
- Position starts March 2026
Responsibilities
Academic Leadership & Programme Implementation
- Lead MYP and DP curriculum development and interdisciplinary learning
- Ensure curriculum alignment across grade levels
- Support teachers in integrating IB principles, including the Learner Profile and Approaches to Learning/Teaching
Staffing & Professional Development
- Oversee high school staffing in line with school and IB goals
- Facilitate professional learning and collaborative planning
- Provide feedback and mentorship to enhance instructional quality
Student-Centred Learning & Well-being
- Monitor student progress using data-driven strategies
- Collaborate with Student Support to foster inclusion and well-being
- Promote social-emotional learning and skill development
Community Engagement
- Communicate the IB philosophy to parents and the school community
- Lead parent workshops and information sessions
- Strengthen the school’s culture of inquiry and international-mindedness
Administrative & IB Compliance
- Serve as the primary IB liaison, ensuring programme compliance
- Oversee scheduling, assessment timelines, and policy development
- Manage the professional development budget for MYP 5 and DP staff
Requirements
- Advanced degree in Education or a related field
- Leadership experience in an IB MYP or DP setting (preferred)
- Strong knowledge of inquiry-based teaching and international education
- Excellent collaboration, communication, and leadership skills
How to Apply
- Email your CV, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to the Head of School, Elmiye Kolukisa, at [email protected] by 31st January
- Please mention in your application that you found the job at Jobindex
About International School of Hellerup (ISH)
- Founded in 2009, ISH is a not-for-profit IB Continuum World School in Copenhagen, Denmark
- Offers IB Programmes from Pre-K to Grade 12
- Serves a diverse international community of students aged 3–19
- Mission: Provide high-quality education in a student-centered environment, empowering individuals to become purposeful life-long learners and responsible global citizens
- Dedicated to excellence, international-mindedness, innovation, and holistic student success
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