Üsküdar American Academy, founded in 1876, is one of the leading private schools in Turkey. We offer the Turkish national curriculum, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The school is highly selective and prides itself on its world-class academic outcomes.

We are seeking a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join our team as a School Principal Assistant. The successful candidate will work closely with the school principal to ensure the efficient operation of the school, support instructional leadership, and contribute to the overall success of our educational community.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree is required
• 5+ years working in an office environment in an administrative/executive support role
• Expertise with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google and/or other mailing software
• MEB or School background preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Willingness to adapt to change
• Multitasking abilities
• Strong teamwork ability, Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and excellent organizational skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Fluency in English preferred

Responsibilities:

• Understanding the priorities and coordinating daily operations accordingly
• Organizing and scheduling appointments,
• Maintain and manage executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines effectively
• Taking ownership of administrative tasks and providing assistance
• Planning and coordinating the process of hiring employees with the Ministry of Education

Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, Üsküdar American College holds itself to the highest standards of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. Employees at SEV/American Schools model the SEV Foundation’s code of ethics and values, the ‘United Nations Rights of the Child charter, and the Council of International Schools Accreditation standards on Child Protec tion.Our institution’s primary concern is to provide education for students in a totally safe environment.

The candidate, by applying to this position, acknowledges, accepts, and declares: never to have committed any crime related to child abuse;· never to have been accused of or engaged in any action that would qualify as child abuse;· never to have participated in such a crime and/or assisted in hiding such facts.