Lincoln School Nepal

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Lincoln School, Nepal, seeks a Director to provide skilled, collaborative, and visionary leadership for this dynamic institution of primary and secondary education in Kathmandu. Entering our sixth decade of operations and building on our rich traditions, we continue bringing our strategic plan to life featuring progressive and integrated academic, social and environmental dimensions.

About Lincoln School Established in 1954, Lincoln School is an independent, co-educational day school, providing an enriched North American college-preparatory curriculum for students Pre-Kindergarten to grade 12. Lincoln School has a long-established tradition of student-centered education founded in best practices. Lincoln School offers small class sizes, and outstanding international faculty and support staff, and a community-oriented learning environment that fosters the well-being of the whole student.

Lincoln School was originally intended to serve children of US government employees and continues to enjoy a close and cooperative relationship with the US Embassy in Nepal. Today the school exhibits a truly international character not only in terms of its student body, but also with regard to the important role it plays in the broader international community of Kathmandu. The school is governed by a seven-member Board of Directors elected by the Lincoln School Association. Membership in the Association is automatically conferred on the parents or guardians of children enrolled in the school. Lincoln School is fully accredited both by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and by the Council of International Schools.

Director Vacancy Announcement Effective from August 2017 Application Deadline: July 31, 2016

Lincoln School Mission Statement

Lincoln School is a multicultural community in the foothills of the Himalaya that inspires in each student a passion for learning, the confidence and competence to pursue dreams, and the commitment to serve as a compassionate global citizen and leader, who is a steward of the environment.

Philosophy Lincoln School, as a culturally diverse American international school, aims to provide a challenging yet supportive learning environment in which academic excellence is achieved through recognition of, and responding to, each student’s learning style. Lincoln School provides a dynamic, engaging, inquiry based academic curriculum that is responsive to the needs of each student. Cross-disciplinary learning is encouraged and the core curriculum is enriched at every level with learning opportunities in theater, music and fine arts as well as physical education and athletics. Lincoln School students are members of a diverse community of confident, compassionate individuals who work together to discover their potentials. Students and teachers know one another well, and learning takes place in an atmosphere of shared endeavor and trust. The atmosphere of the school is one of mutual respect and enjoyment in one another’s company. Enrollment As of May 2016, Lincoln School has 242 students. There are 116 students in the elementary section (Grades PS-5), 54 in the middle school (Grades 6-8), and 72 in the high school (Grades 9-12). The school’s student demographic data broken down by nationality is about 25% American, 30% Nepali, 45% are third-country nationals representing 30 countries. Faculty and Staff Lincoln School employs 30 world-class faculty members certified in the United States, Australia, or Europe with vast international or American teaching experience; an Elementary and a Secondary Principal overseeing each respective section as well as an IT Director, Athletics & Aquatics Director, Librarian, Counselor and a School Nurse. Fifteen teaching assistants provide support directly in the classroom. The administrative staff is comprised of a Business Manager, Facilities & Operations Manager, Finance Officer, Transportation Officer and several other administrative support positions. The school employs 55 general support services staff. Facilities The school has 35 classrooms in three buildings, a theater, a gymnasium, a library/media center, plus outdoor field, courts and rooftop athletics and play areas all serviced by wireless internet. The new, three-story Library/Media Center, classroom building and heated 25x15m swimming pool were completed in August of 2015. All buildings have been recently inspected and passed structural review and integrity standards. Lincoln School maintains a fleet of vans fitted with radio/GPS systems to transport students and faculty to and from school.

Learning

Integrity

Compassion Lincoln School Core Values

Experiencing and understanding diversity enriches life and learning

Lincoln School Beliefs

The Program Lincoln School offers an enriched American educational program supported by learning standards based on logical progression of knowledge, skills and understanding. The school actively cultivates a progressive approach to education, constantly seeking to incorporate best practices into its curriculum and teaching methodology based on contemporary pedagogical research.

Lincoln School provides a comprehensive range of student services, including personal and social counseling, academic and ESOL support, student advisory and college counseling. The school offers French language classes beginning in grade 3, Spanish beginning in grade 6 and Nepali Language and Culture for students in K-2. The Lincoln Preschool accommodates children 3 and 4 years of age in a program balancing creative, social and foundational academic learning. Grades K to 5 are self-contained classrooms. The middle school curriculum offers a strong emphasis on inquiry and problem-solving skills, and an innovative, student-centered exploratory program. Lincoln’s high school provides a wide range of core and elective courses, from Theory of Knowledge to Advanced Music Performance. Lincoln School offers Advanced Placement courses in 10 subject areas, and more than 80% of the junior and senior students are currently enrolled in at least one AP course. Technology is integrated extensively throughout the learning program and the school operates a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) program for students in grades 6 and up. Art and music are available to students at every level. The school maintains an extensive sports and athletics program, including swimming K-12. Lincoln School students participate regularly in intercollegiate and international competitions and events in Athletics, Art, Music and Mathematics. The Service Nepal program provides students with meaningful opportunities to experience the environmental and cultural wealth of Nepal, and is based-learning.

Respect

Responsibility

Collaboration Lincoln School Core Values

The Position The Director is the Chief Executive Officer of the school; s/he is ultimately accountable to the School Board. Lincoln School seeks a Director for an initial three-year term subject to renewal for additional periods of time upon the mutual agreement of the Director and the School Board and subject to policy mandated performance evaluation. The Director’s main responsibilities, which are to be performed consistent with the school’s Mission Statement, are as follows:

Educational Leadership: Ensures ongoing accreditation and recognition of the school as a learning institution with the highest standards; manages admissions and student placement in appropriate grades in accordance with Board policy; directs an ongoing regular system of participatory curriculum improvement; supports teachers in providing the highest standards of teaching quality, both through in-service, supervision, and methods upgrades; ensures the best available teaching materials are in use; exemplifies the highest professional standards.

Personnel Relationships: Signs all employee contracts; develops and implements sound, timely and fair personnel practices; delegates authority to an appropriate degree feasible for effective school operations; ensures the professional growth of the faculty through appropriate staff development activities; promotes an environment where all faculty and staff feel safe in voicing their opinions, and fosters a sense of trust, cohesiveness and esprit de corps amongst all school staff.

Staff Recruitment and Supervision: Demonstrates good judgment in recruiting and retaining the best possible teachers, administrators and staff for the school; adheres to school policy in negotiating individual benefit packages; assigns the best available personnel according to ability and competency; supervises staff and teachers appropriately; makes sound decisions on staff contract renewal.

Student Relations: Establishes and maintains healthy rapport with students at all levels and maintains positive and effective relations with students; encourages a high degree of engagement and morale; ensures adherence to appropriate ethical standards; ensures timely and conscientious handling of student discipline. Budget and Finance: Works with the Board’s Finance Committee to prepare and present the annual budget; keeps the Finance Committee informed on the needs of the school program and balances these against available resources; establishes and maintains efficient procedures, controls, and monthly reporting of expenses and income against projections; advises the Board on issues, problems, and options regarding the budget and finances of the school. Plant and Property Management: Oversees upgrades and/or any developments to the buildings and grounds as authorized by the Board, and in accordance with the Board-approved budget; provides suitable instructions and regulations to govern the use and care of school facilities and properties; recommends improvements, alterations and replacements, and changes to buildings and equipment; maintains adequate records and inventories of school property.

A nurturing environment

encourages people to realize and

express their full potential

Lincoln School Beliefs

Continuous learning is essential

to growth and well-being

Lincoln School Beliefs

Community Relations: Builds and strengthens relations with the parent body and encourages active parental participation in the life of Lincoln School; shows respect and support for the school and its operations and represents the school well in Nepal and within the international community; keeps the public informed on school activities and successes; ensures the potential and actual student "universe" is fully aware of and interested in the school. Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness: Maintains emergency preparedness in case of fire, earthquakes, intruders and other contingencies; stays updated on the regional political and security situations and exercises calm and flexible judgment to ensure the safety and security of the students; maintains relations and communication with US Embassy Regional Security Officer, and other reliable sources of security information; communicates security issues to the Board Chair and makes timely decisions based on the best possible information.

The Position Candidates with a proven track record in leading schools as Director or Principal and who are committed to the education of young people are invited to apply. Candidates should be dynamic, self-confident and approachable, with excellent communication, leadership and inter-personal skills. In order to help Lincoln School reach its potential, the successful candidate must be:

• A visionary and inspirational leader • A confident, collaborative decision-maker • Committed to incorporate Information Technology based solutions into every facet of

education, from computers to social media to web based research • An outstanding communicator • A skilled recruiter, able to attract, develop, and retain outstanding educators • Committed and able to ensure the continued implementation and success of all programs • Exceptional interpersonal skills with staff, parents and students • Experienced with accreditation processes • A pedagogical leader who is able to understand, share, and emphasized research-based best

educational practices • A US citizen

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• An advanced Educational Degree, with a credential in Administration • Previous experience (at least four years) and proven success in an executive or administrative

role, if not as a Director, at least as a Principal or Deputy • Overseas experience, preferably in a developing country • Strong financial and organizational, human resource, marketing and management skills • Proven experience and expertise with the school’s academic programs • Strong leadership in pedagogical approaches • Proven understanding of governance • Educational or professional experience in a culturally diverse environment • Experience in technology based educational solutions

Salary & Benefits An initial, three-year, renewable contract offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, which is commensurate with the responsibilities of the position. Application Process Application Deadline: July 31, 2016 Lincoln School has retained Mr. David Randall, Vice President with International Schools Services (ISS), to serve as lead consultant for the search. Candidates are asked to email the following items, in the order listed, as a single PDF file: 1. A letter of interest addressing the candidate’s strengths and perceived match related to the

position. 2. A current CV/resume listing academic preparation and experiences, including dates. 3. The candidate’s statement of Educational Philosophy (not to exceed 1-page). 4. A list of three referees (with current email addresses and phone numbers) who have supervised

you within the last ten years with at least one from your current position, if at all possible. 5. Three open letters of recommendation, if available. Those candidates who have already established an ISS file may simply send their Letter of Interest and make reference to their completed ISS file. Please note: ISS and Lincoln School reserve the right to close the selection process at any time—should the right candidate emerge. Application materials should be sent electronically to: Mr. David Randall, Vice President International Schools Services Princeton, NJ, USA Tel: 609.937.5495 Email: drandall@iss.edu Web: www.iss.edu

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