Director De Preparatoria

Kipling School is a private bilingual school in Mexico, founded in 1963, offering high‑quality education from preschool through high school. The school emphasizes academic excellence, global awareness, and multilingual education (English and French). It is certified as an IB World School, offering the PEP, PAI, and Diploma Programme, and is recognized among the top schools in the metropolitan area. Kipling provides a comprehensive, student‑centered model that includes extracurricular activities in sports, arts, culture, and technology.

Job Purpose: The Head of High School leads the section to ensure academic, administrative, and organizational excellence, aligned with institutional goals and national (UNAM‑DGIRE) and international (IB) standards. This role promotes a safe, innovative, and collaborative learning environment, supports the professional development of teachers, strengthens the school community, and ensures compliance with educational regulations while providing high‑quality attention to students and families.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership to the High School section, ensuring academic quality and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the implementation of IB and UNAM‑DGIRE academic programs in coordination with relevant leaders.
• Supervise teaching practices, lesson planning, and teacher evaluation and development.
• Lead administrative processes, resource management, and compliance with institutional policies.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and organized school environment.
• Strengthen relationships with students, parents, and staff, fostering a strong sense of community.
• Ensure compliance with official regulations and support enrollment continuity and student progression.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Education, Pedagogy, Psychology, or a related field.
• English proficiency at C1 level.
• Minimum 3 years in academic leadership or coordination roles at the upper secondary level.
• Experience implementing IB and UNAM‑DGIRE programs.
• Proven experience managing teaching and administrative teams.
• Background in strategic planning, staff evaluation, and school operations.
• Strong organizational leadership and strategic vision.
• Effective communication, negotiation, and decision‑making skills.
• Knowledge of national and international pedagogical models and regulations.
• Expertise in teacher development, school management, and academic platforms.
• Collaborative leadership style, ethical commitment, and service orientation.
• Capacity to promote innovation, safety, and continuous improvement.