Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and well-qualified Pedagogical Director with strong background in Education, capable of leading and innovating in school management. Key Highlights: 1. Pedagogical leadership with a systemic view of the school 2. Mastery of international or bilingual curriculum 3. Functional fluency in English and multicultural experience \# 1231 Pedagogical Leadership Dear Candidate, We are currently hiring for the position of Pedagogical Director in Itajaí/SC. **Responsibilities:** **Professional Experience:** * Minimum of 6 years of teaching experience * Minimum of 5 years of effective pedagogical leadership experience * Minimum of 3 years serving in a directorship role **Length of leadership experience:** 5 years in a directorship role **Mandatory Requirements:** **Education in Education** * Bachelor's degree in Pedagogy or Teacher Education (additional qualifications are welcome). * Postgraduate degree in Educational Management, Coordination, or related fields. **Proven experience in pedagogical leadership** * Prior experience as a coordinator or director. * Practical experience in **teacher management, planning, assessment, and daily school operations**. **Mastery of international or bilingual curriculum** * Experience with IB (PYP/MYP/DP), Cambridge, or equivalent international frameworks. * Clear understanding of vertical planning, learning progression, and curriculum alignment. **Functional fluency in English** * Ability to lead meetings, observe classes, provide feedback, and communicate effectively with foreign families and teachers. **Leadership and decision-making capability** * Firm, ethical, and consistent stance. * Ability to uphold pedagogical decisions even under pressure. **Systemic view of the school** * Understanding that pedagogy intersects with admissions, retention, school climate, compliance, and institutional reputation. **Desirable Requirements:** **International certifications** * IB Leadership, IBEN, official IB workshops. * International continuing education. **Experience with accreditation and audit processes** * Leading or participating in authorizations, official visits, reauthorizations, and reporting. **Authentic multicultural experience** * Studied, worked, or lived outside Brazil. * Ability to lead multicultural teams with cultural sensitivity. **Capacity to develop pedagogical leaders** * Developing coordinators, mentors, and teacher-leaders. * Building a culture of feedback, classroom observation, and continuous improvement. **Contemporary pedagogical reading** * Up-to-date on active methodologies, SEL, inclusion, differentiation, and assessment for learning. **Mature communication with families** * Clarity, empathy, and firmness. * Ability to navigate difficult conversations without compromising institutional relationships. **Alignment with the school’s mission and values** * Not merely “delivering curriculum,” but **safeguarding the institution’s identity**. Minimum Education Level: Higher Education Desired Education: * Pedagogy, Higher Education Languages: * English (Advanced)
João Silva
Indeed · HR
João Silva
Indeed · HR
