Academic Director/ Академический директор

About the Role:

ITEC is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and innovative Academic Director to lead the development of its AngloBridge Academy, a weekend and holiday programme designed to complement the UK curriculum for international and bilingual students in Moscow and ITEC school where we teach foreign languages and prepare students for international exams. This is a key role with responsibility for driving the commercial growth of the programmes and is ideal for a senior teacher or middle leader with UK curriculum experience, strong team leadership skills, and a passion for student-centred learning.

Key Responsibilities:

Academic Leadership & Curriculum Development:

• Design, review and enhance the academic structure and curriculum of the Project, aligned with UK standards, education trends and best practice and adapted to the needs of our learners.
• Develop engaging thematic units and termly projects that link subject learning with creative and real-world outcomes.
• Plan and oversee “Theme Days” that enrich the educational experience and promote cross-curricular links.
• Devise special event days, such as open days and graduation ceremonies.
• Dedign presentations and promote the school at public events.

Staff Leadership & Management:

• Line manage the teaching team, including onboarding, professional development, and performance management.
• Foster a positive, collaborative staff culture focused on innovation, student progress, and professional excellence.
• Provide regular mentoring and coaching to ensure high-quality teaching and learning.

Student Admissions & Placement:

• Lead academic interviews and placement tests for prospective students, ensuring appropriate placement according to ability and learning needs.
• Support the Admissions Team by advising on teacher allocation, class groupings and personalised learning plans where required.
• Monitor student progress and advise on additional support or extension opportunities.

Quality Assurance & Reporting:

• Establish systems for monitoring teaching quality and student outcomes including regular assessments and end of year tests.
• Conduct lesson observations, learning walks, and reviews of planning and assessment.
• Produce academic reports for parents.

Candidate Profile:

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree + PGCE (or equivalent teaching qualification)
• Minimum 5 years of teaching experience
• Experience in curriculum development and team leadership
• Ability to inspire and manage a diverse teaching team
• Understanding of the UK National Curriculum and assessment practices
• Creative and strategic thinker with excellent communication skills
• Knowledge and experience of delivering co-curricular programmes
• Comfortable working in a bilingual, multicultural environment

Desirable:

• Experience working in international or supplementary schools with UK curriculum
• Understanding of EAL pedagogy

Working pattern:

• The role requires weekend work during the delivery of the programme.
• It is a full time, office based role with holiday to be taken out of term time.