School Principal

Workplace Circumstances

• Environment: Educational (schools / universities etc.)
• Languages: English, Khmer
• Location: Phnom Penh

Position Summary

Reporting line: Director General and Operations Director

Department: Academic and Administrative Affairs

Job Purpose/Summary

The School Principal is the chief leader responsible for all aspects of school management, including academic excellence, staff leadership, student development, marketing, stakeholder engagement, operational oversight, and emergency preparedness. The Principal ensures the effective implementation of curriculum, supports professional growth of teachers, and drives school growth through strategic planning and inclusive leadership.

Job Scope/ Decision Making Authorities

The School Principal serves as the chief academic and administrative leader of the school. The principal is responsible for managing daily operations, maintaining high standards of academic achievement, ensuring effective teaching practices, overseeing student development, and fostering a positive school culture.

Duties & Responsibilities

• . Academic Leadership
• Implement national and/or international curriculum, ensuring alignment with school vision and standards.
• Plan and manage the full school calendar, including academic schedules and extracurricular programs.
• Promote high standards of teaching and learning through:
• Teacher Planning
• Classroom observations
• Teacher mentoring
• Performance reviews and professional development
• Establish and lead a Mentoring Program for teacher growth.
• Organize and facilitate teacher award selection based on clear performance metrics.
• Monitor and support student learning outcomes through assessments, reporting systems, and interventions.
• Coordinate extra classes and enrichment programs, with special focus on support for slow learners through remedial strategies.
• Actively participate in professional development training and monthly Educational Technical Meeting
• Marketing and Enrolment
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop strategies that promote the school’s programs, culture, and reputation.
• Lead efforts to increase enrolment by organizing open houses, school tours, and digital campaigns…
• Reduce the number of students drop out, monitor enrolment trends and conversion rates to identify and implement improvements.
• School Operations
• Manage day-to-day campus operations including timetables, scheduling, staff assignments, and facilities management.
• Execute and track the school’s strategic and operational plans.
• Actively participate in teacher and staff recruitment, orientation, and performance evaluations.
• Oversee and implement the teacher award selection process guideline based on teaching quality, innovation, and contribution.
• Stakeholder Management and Communication
• Lead and coordinate as the primary liaison between school and parents, ensuring regular, clear communication and timely response to inquiries or concerns.
• Facilitate regular parent meetings, teacher-parent conferences, and school community events.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal staff and external education partners.
• Emergency Preparedness and Risk Management
• Develop, implement, and routinely update the School Risk Management Plan.
• Lead and coordinate crisis response plans, including student safety, health emergencies, or other critical incidents.
• Ensure staff are trained and prepared to act according to emergency protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in education is required
• Master's Degree in Educational Leadership or Administration is preferred

Work History

• School leadership experience for 5 years as a minimum

General & Technical Skills

• Familiarity with Cambodian educational and International Program, included Australia or Singapore system and policies
• Proven ability to lead academic programs and manage diverse school operations
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (in English; bilingualism is a plus).
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Conflict resolution and staff management skills.
• Technologically proficient in school management systems and digital tools.

Soft Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills