Description

Founded in 2008, La Côte International School is a co-educational, English-language-based day school for students aged 3 to 18. Situated in Aubonne, Switzerland—within easy reach of Geneva and Lausanne—our school is home to nearly 450 students representing a variety of cultures and backgrounds.
At LCIS, we offer a unique blend of international education and strong local community ties with English, French, and bilingual pathways, leading to the globally recognized International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Through exclusive collaborations with Juilliard, MIT, and UNICEF, we deliver enriching opportunities that inspire students to thrive academically, creatively, and personally. It is in this dynamic environment that we invite you to join our team as a full member of the school’s leadership team:

Head of Secondary
100% – starting August 2025

Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage the Secondary School’s daily operations and strategic development.
• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism and embody the school’s mission and values.
• Inspire students and staff to achieve academic and personal excellence.
• Foster a positive and engaging school culture with high-performing teams.
• Oversee curriculum design and implementation to ensure exceptional learning opportunities.
• Ensure a safe and purposeful learning environment, safeguarding all students.
• Use data to monitor, evaluate, and improve teaching standards and student performance.
• Promote a strong system of care and guidance from primary school transition to university preparation.
• Develop and implement effective professional development programs for staff.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and the wider community.
• Lead the Secondary Leadership Team and manage staff performance and development.
• Plan and manage resources efficiently to support school growth and development.
• Play a key role in the marketing and admissions process, meeting with every prospective parent.

Qualifications and skills:
• Proven leadership experience in secondary education, with a strong track record of raising standards.
• Deep understanding of curriculum design, effective pedagogy, and school self-evaluation systems.
• Ability to build high-performing teams, motivate staff, and foster a culture of professional learning.
• Experience in managing complex school operations, budgets, and resources effectively (including staffing).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage with students, staff, and parents.
• High levels of integrity, professionalism, and personal accountability.
• Strategic thinker, with the ability to plan for continual improvement and school development.
• Knowledge of international education, with experience in multilingual and multicultural environments an advantage.
• Resilient, adaptable, and calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive and proactive approach to challenges with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Commitment to extracurricular activities and whole-school engagement beyond the classroom.

If you share our passion for education and would like to join our team, please apply directly online through our website.

Postulation via le lien ci-dessous :

https://careers.nordangliaeducation.com/job/Aubonne-Head-of-Secondary/1163028701/