ACT Academy of Careers & Technology

School Principal

EducationPosted 4 d ago

Location

Mean Chey | Phnom Penh

Job Type

FULLTIME

Work Mode

On-site

Industry

Education

Languages

English, Khmer

About the role

Lead day-to-day operations and the academic leadership team.
Translate goals, vision, and mission into annual action plans and OKRs.
Foster and model values and culture among students and staff.
Serve as the Designated Safeguarding Lead; ensure full implementation of the Safety Policy, Child Safe Protection Policy, and Safeguarding Policy.
Ensure 100% of staff are trained, signed on, and compliant with child-safe standards; oversee safe recruitment checks.
Oversee incident reporting, response, and record-keeping for all safety and safeguarding matters, including referral to authorities where required.
Lead emergency preparedness: drills, evacuation plans, first aid coverage, and campus risk assessments.
Oversee curriculum quality across national (MoEYS) and international programs.
Monitor and coach teacher performance through regular walkthroughs and evaluations.
Lead staff development and capacity-building plans.
Facilitate semester/final exams, capstone projects, and internship placements.
Confer with parents and staff on educational activities, policies, and student learning/behavior.
Handle emergencies and crises; ensure a safe, clean environment.
Ensure all MoEYS reports and academic records are submitted and maintained correctly.
Represent the organization with MoEYS and related ministries; attend required meetings.
Report regularly to the Board of Directors.

Requirements

Cambodian nationality required.
Fluent spoken and written English; native-level Khmer proficiency required.
Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or Management.
Experience working in educational institutions, including as principal, vice principal, or a similar leadership role; formal pedagogy or teacher training an advantage.
Training or demonstrated experience in child protection/safeguarding leadership.
Knowledge of administration and national education regulations; understands MoEYS Education Law and child protection law in Cambodia.
Hands-on experience with Google Suite and education management systems.
Ability to interpret data for informed decision-making.
Ability to coach and inspire; lead a multicultural team.
Works well with parents, community, MoEYS and related ministries.
Clear background/police check and child-safe references.

Required Skills

Educational LeadershipSchool AdministrationPedagogyTeacher TrainingChild Protection and Safeguarding LeadershipMoEYS Education Law KnowledgeData InterpretationGoogle SuiteEducation Management SystemsCoachingLeadershipMulticultural Team ManagementCommunicationEnglishKhmer

Benefits

Rewards for over performance

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About the role

Lead day-to-day operations and the academic leadership team.
Translate goals, vision, and mission into annual action plans and OKRs.
Foster and model values and culture among students and staff.
Serve as the Designated Safeguarding Lead; ensure full implementation of the Safety Policy, Child Safe Protection Policy, and Safeguarding Policy.
Ensure 100% of staff are trained, signed on, and compliant with child-safe standards; oversee safe recruitment checks.
Oversee incident reporting, response, and record-keeping for all safety and safeguarding matters, including referral to authorities where required.
Lead emergency preparedness: drills, evacuation plans, first aid coverage, and campus risk assessments.
Oversee curriculum quality across national (MoEYS) and international programs.
Monitor and coach teacher performance through regular walkthroughs and evaluations.
Lead staff development and capacity-building plans.
Facilitate semester/final exams, capstone projects, and internship placements.
Confer with parents and staff on educational activities, policies, and student learning/behavior.
Handle emergencies and crises; ensure a safe, clean environment.
Ensure all MoEYS reports and academic records are submitted and maintained correctly.
Represent the organization with MoEYS and related ministries; attend required meetings.
Report regularly to the Board of Directors.

Requirements

Cambodian nationality required.
Fluent spoken and written English; native-level Khmer proficiency required.
Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or Management.
Experience working in educational institutions, including as principal, vice principal, or a similar leadership role; formal pedagogy or teacher training an advantage.
Training or demonstrated experience in child protection/safeguarding leadership.
Knowledge of administration and national education regulations; understands MoEYS Education Law and child protection law in Cambodia.
Hands-on experience with Google Suite and education management systems.
Ability to interpret data for informed decision-making.
Ability to coach and inspire; lead a multicultural team.
Works well with parents, community, MoEYS and related ministries.
Clear background/police check and child-safe references.