Job Description

Location: Good Shepherd International School, Ooty, Tamil Nadu
Reports To: Academic Coordinator
Reporting: Jan 11 2025
Position Overview
The Head of Department (HOD) - Spanish & World Languages will oversee the Spanish language department and provide strategic leadership across the World Languages Department, which includes Spanish, French, German, Hindi, and Tamil. The role requires a dynamic leader with a strong academic background, administrative acumen, and the ability to manage multiple curricula, including IBDP, MYP, IGCSE, and ICSE. The ideal candidate should be adept at preparing students for internal and external board examinations and fostering a culture of linguistic excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Academic Leadership:

• Design, implement, and evaluate the Spanish curriculum across IBDP, MYP, IGCSE, and ICSE frameworks.

• Oversee the curriculum development and implementation for other world languages, ensuring alignment with international and national standards.

• Guide language faculty in incorporating innovative and culturally relevant teaching methodologies.

• Stay updated on curriculum advancements, examination guidelines, and language pedagogy for all languages under the department.

Teaching & Learning:

• Deliver high-quality instruction in Spanish while supporting faculty in other languages to achieve similar standards.

• Facilitate cross-language integration and interdisciplinary teaching initiatives.

• Mentor and guide teachers to enhance their pedagogical approaches and technology usage.

Board Exam Management:

• Plan and ensure the successful completion of syllabus for all languages, with adequate preparation and revision for board exams.

• Liaise with examination boards for Spanish and other languages, ensuring compliance with their requirements.

• Oversee exam-related logistics, including registrations, documentation, and student readiness.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Lead the World Languages Department, ensuring effective coordination and collaboration among language teams.

• Manage departmental operations, including timetabling, resource allocation, and teacher workload distribution.

• Collaborate with senior leadership on departmental goals, performance reviews, and faculty development plans.

• Maintain records of student performance, department budgets, and resource inventories.

Student Development:

• Foster cultural appreciation through activities such as language clubs, international exchanges, and cultural festivals.

• Support students' language acquisition journeys, providing academic guidance and opportunities for language immersion.

Team Management:

• Recruit, train, and evaluate language teachers, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

• Organize regular departmental meetings and professional development workshops.

Key Qualifications
Educational Requirements:

• Masters degree in Spanish Language, Literature, or a related field.

• Teaching qualifications, such as a B.Ed. or equivalent certification.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of teaching Spanish across IBDP, MYP, IGCSE, and ICSE curricula.

• Proven leadership experience managing a team or heading a department.

Skills and Competencies:

• Expertise in curriculum design, assessment, and pedagogy for multiple curricula.

• Strong administrative and organizational skills.

• Proficiency in board exam preparation and management across various curricula.

• Leadership abilities to inspire and manage a multilingual team.

• Excellent communication and cross-cultural understanding.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in IBDP, MYP, or IGCSE training workshops.

• Experience in managing language programs or departments with multiple curricula and languages.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Accommodation and other benefits as per school policy.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their updated CV, a cover letter detailing their experience and suitability for the role, and contact information for at least two references.
Deadline for Application: Dec 10 2024
This position offers a unique opportunity to lead the World Languages Department at Good Shepherd International School and play a pivotal role in promoting linguistic and cultural excellence among students and staff.