Head of French Bilingualism

Summary:

Head of French Bilingualism sought at a leading international school in Dubai.

About the School:

A school dedicated to fostering confident, curious, and compassionate lifelong learners, with a strong focus on international education and multilingual immersion.

The Opportunity:

As the Head of French Bilingualism, you will lead the development and implementation of a dynamic French bilingual programme that supports students in becoming globally minded, multilingual learners. This role is ideal for an experienced educator passionate about language education and international learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and oversee the French bilingual curriculum, ensuring alignment with international standards and the school’s educational philosophy.
• Lead a team of teachers, providing professional development and support to enhance teaching quality and student outcomes.
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate French language instruction across the curriculum and promote cross-cultural understanding.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress, ensuring the programme meets academic and linguistic goals.
• Represent the school at events, conferences, and parent meetings, promoting the French bilingual stream and its benefits.
• Work closely with the leadership team to ensure seamless integration of the programme with other school initiatives.
• Support the school’s mission of fostering global citizenship and academic excellence through innovative teaching practices.
• Ensure compliance with IB and Swiss Baccalaureate standards and maintain the school’s high academic reputation.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven leadership experience in an international or bilingual educational setting.
• Advanced proficiency in French and English, with the ability to communicate effectively in both languages.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in teaching or leading language programmes at the primary or secondary level.
• Strong understanding of the IB and Swiss Baccalaureate curricula and assessment frameworks.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing bilingual education programmes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and parents.

Preferred

• Experience with multilingual education and international school environments.
• Familiarity with the Nord Anglia Education framework and its global initiatives.
• Knowledge of STEAM education and its integration into bilingual learning environments.
• Experience in teacher training and professional development.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully furnished accommodation and annual flight allowance.
• Medical insurance covering premium hospitals and clinics.
• Free child places and access to on-campus leisure facilities.