Senior School Principal

About this role

Region

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

School

GrowBright International School

Website https://growbright.org/

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation Range

$80,000 – $100,000

(Salary does not include a housing allowance)

Date Posted

17 August 2026

Starting Date

1 July 2027 (or earlier if the successful candidate is available)

Closing Date

Until Filled

Contact Information

David Michel, Head of School, GrowBright International School, david@growbright.org, WhatsApp: +16043965331

Apply with cover letter, résumé, and reference directly to:

David Michel, Head of School, GrowBright International School, david@growbright.org,

GlowBright International School is searching for a Senior School Principal.

Reporting to the Head of School, the Senior School Principal provides visionary and effective leadership for the academic and pastoral programs of the Middle and Senior Schools. The Principal is responsible for ensuring excellence in teaching and learning, student wellbeing, curriculum implementation, and the professional growth of staff, while fostering a positive, inclusive, and Christ-centred learning community. As a member of the Leadership Team, the Senior School Principal works collaboratively with the Head of School, Primary School Principal, and other leaders to advance the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of GrowBright International School.

OUR STORY

Presently, JoyKids, a well-respected international preschool serving primarily expatriate children, from 18 months to 6 years of age, enjoys the privilege of operating at The Club, Bukit Utama, Selangor, Malaysia. With steadily increasing enrolment, the preschool is expected to outgrow its current premises and plans to relocate to a newly renovated facility in August 2027. Many parents have expressed a strong desire for their children to continue their education beyond JoyKids. In response to this need, GrowBright International School (GBIS) will open in August 2026, initially offering Kindergarten through Grade 2. The school plans to expand each year progressively to provide a complete Kindergarten to Grade 12 education within the next few years.

OUR VISION

To nurture a transformational environment that inspires students to be academically excellent, grounded in character, and empowered to make meaningful contributions to their communities and the world.

OUR MISSION

To empower students to reach their full potential and lead change through a holistic education rooted in intellect, character, creativity and compassion.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Senior School Principal is responsible for leading the Middle and Senior Schools academically, professionally, and pastorally. Key priorities include:

• Academic leadership: Ensure high-quality teaching and learning, lead curriculum development including IB MYP/DP, promote inquiry and student agency, and use assessment data to improve achievement.
• Staff leadership: Supervise, develop, and evaluate faculty while building a collaborative culture of professional growth, innovation, and wellbeing.
• Student wellbeing: Maintain a safe, inclusive environment and oversee behaviour, attendance, pastoral care, student leadership, character, and service learning.
• School leadership: Contribute to strategic planning, policies, school improvement, compliance, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Community engagement: Develop strong parent partnerships, support admissions and school events, represent the school professionally, and champion GrowBright’s mission and values.

The ideal candidate is a servant-oriented, collaborative, and strategic leader with strong experience in secondary-school academic leadership. They should have a solid understanding of curriculum, assessment, and effective teaching and learning practices. While prior experience with the International Baccalaureate (IB) is not required, the candidate should be willing to learn about, embrace, and support the IB philosophy and programmes.

The candidate should also demonstrate excellent communication and relationship-building skills, strong organizational ability, and a capacity for data-informed decision-making. Integrity, empathy, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential qualities.

The Senior School Principal will play a key role in preparing, developing, and establishing the academic programmes for Grades 6–12, helping to build a strong foundation for the Senior School’s academic direction and future growth.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree (or currently enrolled in a Master’s Program) and current teaching certification.
• 5 years of experience in secondary educational leadership, preferred.
• A committed Christian leader with a vibrant faith and passion for discipleship.
• A visionary, energetic presence who brings excitement and momentum.
• A growth-oriented, collaborative leader who thrives in seasons of change and innovation.
• Strong relational, communication, and organizational skills.

Text from the original posting on scsbc.ca. Verify details with the hiring school.