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Head of Primary – Kuwait
Permanent vacancy in Dasman, Kuwait
Job Reference:
STJ61267
Type:
Private  International , Nursery, Primary & Secondary School
Type of Post:
Permanent, Full Time
Application type :
Overseas & Local applicants accepted
Deadline:
Jul 18, 2050
Job Start Date:
ASAP Start
Contact Email:
Interview Format:
Telephone,
Area of Expertise:

Description

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🌟 Head of Primary – Kuwait
📅 Start Date: August 2025 | 📍 Lead with Heart & Vision at a Premier American International School

Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for primary education and whole-child development? A top-tier American curriculum school in Kuwait is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Head of Primary to lead its dynamic elementary team. This is a rewarding opportunity to shape the learning journey of young students and mentor a team of dedicated educators in a vibrant international setting.

Why Choose Kuwait?
✅ Safe, modern country with a welcoming lifestyle
✅ Tax-free income and great savings potential
✅ International school culture rooted in excellence and innovation
✅ Family-friendly environment with a thriving expat community
✅ Excellent travel opportunities across the Middle East and beyond

Your Role
✅ Provide strategic and instructional leadership for the Primary School (Grades KG–5)
✅ Ensure high standards in teaching, learning, and student achievement
✅ Mentor and support teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development
✅ Foster a positive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment
✅ Collaborate with senior leadership on curriculum planning and school initiatives
✅ Build strong partnerships with parents, staff, and the wider school community
✅ Oversee assessment, wellbeing, behavior, and academic progress across primary grades

What We’re Looking For
✅ Bachelor’s Degree in Primary Education (Master’s in Educational Leadership preferred)
✅ Valid teaching license/certification
✅ Minimum 5 years of teaching experience, with 2+ years in a leadership role
✅ Strong knowledge of American curriculum and early/primary years pedagogy
✅ Native-level English fluency
✅ Visionary leader with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Salary & Benefits
✅ Tax-free salary: KWD 1,400 – 1,700/month (based on experience)
✅ FREE furnished accommodation or housing allowance
✅ FREE tuition for up to 2 dependent children
✅ Annual round-trip airfare
✅ Private medical insurance, visa sponsorship, and end-of-service gratuity
✅ Access to leadership training and international conferences

How to Apply
Please send your CV, recent photo, and relevant certificates to:
📧 jw@SeekTeachers.com
Subject: Kuwait Application – Head of Primary

Minimum Application Requirements

Qualification:
Minimum Qualification Requirement: M.Ed, B.Ed or a relevant Bachelors Degree with a PGCE/PGDE (QTS)
Experience:
2 Years
Type of Staff:
Male or Female can apply to this job
Must be western trained (USA, Canada, UK, Scotland, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand & South Africa)

Remuneration Package

Salary Range:
A salary   KWD (Kuwaiti Dinar) per month based on experience and qualification, TAX FREE
Housing:
   Housing provided
Medical:
medical provided
Flights:
Flight(s) provided
Medical Insurance:
Medical insurance of value Given
Gratuity Amount:
Gratuity Amount of is provided
Contract Length:
2 years contract renewable on mutual agreement

Important Information

Document Attestation:
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Age restrictions:
60
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Please Note: The job description and requirements above have come directly from the employer and not from SeekTeachers. This is an overseas position with different cultural beliefs and a segregated learning policy and as such it satisfies the criteria of a genuine requirement for the post, under schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.

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