Job Description

SAMPOERNA ACADEMY

Our teaching philosophy encourages students to inquire, explore, innovate and communicate, providing vital skills required for leadership in Indonesia and abroad. Coupled with internationally-recognized academic credentials, we are equipping our students to compete and succeed at every stage of life. With the advent of the information age available at our finger-tips, our job as a school is to teach our students “to learn how to learn”.

Drawing from the world’s best curricula and American-based STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) methodologies, we are equipping our students with global exposure and an internationally-recognized academic qualification.

Our environment was created to encourage a culture of innovation and collaboration. Moreover, our integration of communication, multiple language proficiency, and collaboration in team projects set us apart from most other schools in ASEAN.

Vision

Sampoerna Academy graduates will assume leadership roles in a global society by being creative, passionate, life-long learners who are able to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world and who care deeply for their fellow men and the environment.

Mission

The mission of Sampoerna Academy is to provide a safe, caring, and collaborative learning environment that is of the highest quality and meets global expectations for student achievement and character development. Our educational foundation is student-centered with a strong emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) which enables students to become mature, confident global citizens with a strong sense of purpose. Our end goal is to prepare students for tertiary education and to make them work-ready and world-ready.

Core Beliefs

1. Academically, we prioritize the development of cognitive skills and communication skills over rote memorization because we believe that more than acquiring facts, students must be able to apply their knowledge in real situations.
2. We seek opportunities to engage all stakeholders to play a part in the success of our students.
3. We maintain a strong Asian cultural value system that celebrates social harmony, order, and respect.
4. STEAM competency will differentiate our students from those attending other schools.
5. Our learning spaces are a platform for hands-on activities, exploration, inquiry and the creation of knowledge and dialogue.

The Principal serves as the school's chief administrator, overseeing all aspects of the school's operations, both academic and administrative. This includes but is not limited to developing and implementing policies, programs, and curriculum activities, supporting student recruitment and managing budgets. The Principal promotes each student's educational development and each staff member's professional development. The Principal establish a professional rapport with students, parents, and staff, maintaining the highest ethical and professional standards.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Instructional Leadership:

• Serve as the Instructional Leader of the school.
• Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and responsible behaviour.
• Develop, implement, and assess the instructional programs at the assigned school in coordination with headquarters in program planning.

Academic Supervision:

• Supervise the instructional programs by evaluating lesson plans and observing classes regularly.
• Encourage the use of diverse instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on learning and child development.
• Monitor student learning progress and create data-driven intervention programs.

School Environment:

• Foster a conducive teaching and learning environment for students and staff.
• Develop positive school/community relations and act as a liaison between the school and the community.
• Communicate effectively with parents, students, teachers, and the community both orally and in writing.
• Develop long- and short-range facility plans.
• Coordinate facility and support service requirements, safety, and maintenance functions.
• Supervise transportation and food service programs.
• Coordinate and supervise all extracurricular programs, including athletics and student activities.
• Approve school-sponsored activities and maintain a calendar of events.

Personnel Management:

• Provide training and professional development opportunities for school personnel.
• Conduct performance appraisals and make reappointment recommendations.
• Participate in strategic planning, including the school calendar, staffing, and manpower plans.
• Interview and select qualified personnel for employment.
• Implement and administer employee contracts at the school site.
• Direct the development of the master schedule and teacher assignments.
• Assess school-site administrators' performance and establish their job assignments.

Financial Management:

• Manage and supervise the school’s financial resources, including budget preparation and disbursement.
• Establish and manage student accounting and attendance procedures.

Disciplinary Procedures:

• Establish guidelines for proper student conduct and implement disciplinary policies.
• Develop procedures for school crises and provide leadership in such events.

Communication and Meetings:

• Conduct staff meetings to discuss policy changes, instructional programs, and problem resolution.
• Keep the Director of Schools and Headquarters informed of significant issues.
• Participate in system-wide management and professional development meetings.
• Maintain communication with parents or guardians regarding the school program and activities through newsletters, coffee morning, parent/teacher conferences, etc.

School Improvement:

• Lead the school improvement process and implement the school improvement plan.
• Maintain visibility and accessibility on campus and attend school-related activities and events.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in teaching and learning practices
• Implement and promote sustainable practices within the school environment
• Oversee technology integration to enhance learning experiences and support educational goals
• Promote responsible and ethical use of technology among students and staff

Policy Implementation:

• Implement School Board policies and government regulations.
• Ensure timely submission of reports to Government Agencies and headquarters.
• Ensure all staff members use all systems - such as Skyward, SPS, Koobits, RazKids, etc - effectively.

Other Duties:

• Any additional duties assigned by the Director of Schools or required by the nature of the position.
• Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of the position.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (preferable) from Faculty of Education/Education Management, Management, Psychology or other relevant major.

• Having 5 years' experience in leadership position (Principal, Vice Principal, Head of Primary) at international/SPK Schools.

• Having experience working with international curriculum (Cambridge, IB, Pearson, etc) as well as Indonesia's national Curriculum.

• Having experience preparing and assisting in international accreditation processes.

Additional Information

Available to join July 2026