Heads of Department (Grades 1–9)

We’re Hiring: Heads of Department (Grades 1–9)Silicon Valley International School — New Administrative Capital, EgyptAbout the rolesSilicon Valley International School is recruiting outstanding, bilingual leaders (English at C2 level required; Arabic strongly preferred) to head departments and raise student achievement across Grades 1-9.Open positionsEnglish — Head of Department (British curriculum, Years 1–9)English — Head of Department (American curriculum, Grades 1–9)Mathematics — Head of Department (British curriculum, Years 1–9)Mathematics — Head of Department (American curriculum, Grades 1–9)Science — Head of Department (British curriculum, Years 1–9)Science — Head of Department (American curriculum, Grades 1–9)French — Head of Department (serving both British and American divisions)German — Head of Department (serving both British and American divisions)Chinese — Head of Department (serving both British and American divisions)Art — Head of Department (serving both British and American divisions)Music — Head of Department (serving both British and American divisions)Library — Head of Department (serving both British and American divisions)AI — Head of Department (serving both British and American divisions)IT - Head of DepartmentWhat you will doLead the vision, standards, and daily operations for your subject from Grade 1 to Grade 9.Align curriculum, teaching, and assessment to the relevant division:British roles: follow the Cambridge and United Kingdom frameworks for Primary and Lower Secondary.American roles: follow United States college‑ and career‑readiness standards for Elementary and Middle School.Cross‑division roles (French, German, Chinese, Art, Music, Library): design one coherent program that serves both divisions.Build clear scope and sequence, unit plans, and common assessments with visible progression.Coach and evaluate teachers; provide observations, feedback, and targeted professional learning.Use classroom and benchmark data to monitor progress, close learning gaps, and extend high achievers.Promote engaging learning and purposeful use of educational technology.Manage resources and contribute to staffing and timetables.Communicate clearly with families and represent your subject in school leadership.What you bringA bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject or in Education with a subject focus and a recognized teaching qualification is a must. A master’s degree is an advantage.At least five years of successful teaching and proven leadership or coordination experience.Strong knowledge of learning progressions and effective assessment from Grade 1 to Grade 9.British English, Mathematics, and Science heads: successful record with Cambridge and the United Kingdom frameworks.American English, Mathematics, and Science heads: successful record with United States standards.Cross‑division heads (French, German, Chinese, Art, Music, Library, and Media): proven ability to operate effectively in both divisions.Bilingual communication: English at C2 level required; Arabic strongly preferred for working with families and staff.Evidence of raising student outcomes through curriculum design, coaching, and effective use of data.Organized, collaborative, student‑centered, and committed to safeguarding.What we offerCompetitive salaries.Social insurance and medical insurance.Transportation.Dependents tuition discountHow to express interestPlease state the subject and division you are applying for (British or American) if applicable. All roles cover Grades 1-9.