Assistant Head of Primary – Teaching & Learning
About This Role
The Hamilton International School is seeking an experienced and dynamic Assistant Head of Primary: Teaching & Learning to provide strategic and operational leadership across the Primary phase.
This role plays a key part in ensuring high-quality teaching, curriculum coherence, effective assessment practices, and strong student progress within our American curriculum program.
Working under the direction of the Head of Primary, the Assistant Head: Teaching & Learning will lead instructional development, curriculum alignment, data-informed improvement, and professional learning, while supporting teachers, students, and families to achieve outstanding outcomes.
The role includes a 50% teaching commitment and 50% leadership allocation.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and model high-quality teaching and learning across Primary.
Drive curriculum alignment with AERO standards and the school’s scope and sequence.
Oversee assessment practices, including MAP, internal benchmarks, and moderation.
Monitor student progress and support targeted instructional interventions.
Lead learning walks, observations, coaching, and professional feedback cycles.
Design and deliver professional learning aligned with school improvement priorities.
Line manage Primary Subject Leads and support Grade Level Leaders.
Work closely with the Assistant Head of Early Childhood to ensure continuity and progression.
Contribute to strategic planning, accreditation, and compliance with ISP, NEASC, and MoEHE requirements.
Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) for Primary.
Promote a positive, inclusive school culture and high expectations for learning.
Maintain strong communication with parents regarding curriculum and student progress.
Teach and model excellent classroom practice.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree with a recognised teaching qualification.
Minimum of 3 years’ leadership experience in a Primary or elementary setting.
Proven experience leading teaching and learning, curriculum development, and assessment.
Experience coaching teachers and leading professional learning.
Knowledge & Skills
Strong understanding of effective Primary pedagogy and curriculum design.
Experience using student performance data (e.g., MAP) to drive improvement.
Ability to lead and develop subject and instructional teams.
Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
High level of ICT competence, including Student Information Systems and assessment platforms.
Experience in an American or American-international curriculum (preferred).
Personal Attributes
Student-centered, collaborative, and solutions-focused.
Highly organised, detail-oriented, and dependable.
Confident leader with strong interpersonal skills.
Committed to continuous school improvement and innovation.
Why Join Hamilton?
A premium American curriculum school with world-class facilities.
A supportive, ambitious, and collaborative team.
Opportunities for professional growth within the International Schools Partnership (ISP).
A diverse, vibrant, and inclusive school community.