Leadership Coach for Principals and Vice Principals
in Abu Dhabi
Vanderbilt University seeks two highly experienced professionals to serve as a leadership
coaches for school leadership teams in Abu Dhabi. Each coach will work closely with Vanderbilt
University and the Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC) to develop and deliver a program of
support (via group learning sessions and school-based coaching) that is aligned with ADEC’s
New School Model and Professional Leadership Standards. Each leadership coach will
contribute to monthly group meetings and provide one-on-one assistance to approximately 6
school-based leadership teams.
Job Expectations
 Develop an effective coaching relationship with principals and vice principals (with
varying proficiencies in English)
 Implement research-based coaching processes
 Enhance the connection between instructional leadership & improved student outcomes
 Improve the impact of leadership on instructional practice
 Provide assistance to principals and vice principals to develop effective leadership skills
 Encourage access and participation of all school members to a learning community
 Collaboratively design and an implement an individualized growth and assistance plan
with principals and vice principals around models of effective leadership
 Help leaders identify, understand and interpret sources of data
 Guide identification of strategic issues and develop strategic work plans
 Conduct and participate in collaborative group sessions with other leadership coaches
 Provide and discuss relevant research for improved leadership techniques
 Work with our team to develop networks for principals to share successes and challenges
 Meet with leaders individually to set goals and measure progress on a weekly basis
 Meet with assigned cohort to discuss common challenges & best practices weekly
 Contribute to leading and facilitating PD session for leadership teams in our schools
Experience/Qualifications
 At least 5 years of experience as a successful school leader
 Experience serving as a mentor / coach for school leaders
 Experience leading professional development sessions for leaders and teachers
 Experience working in a dual language / international environment
 Strong communication and interpersonal skills
 Demonstrated knowledge of leadership theory and data-based decision making
 Evidence of improving learning outcomes by developing faculty
Duration and Compensation
 This is a one-year position, beginning September 1, 2013, with possible extension
 Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience, and will be in the
range of: $90,000 to $ 115,000 with housing allowance provided additionally
Next Steps
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To apply for the position, please send CV and cover letter discussing interest and
experience to Vanderbilt’s Abu Dhabi Leadership Development Director Patrick.schuermann@vanderbilt.edu