Head of Department – ESOL, WL & Art

About the role

The Head of Department (HoD) at Crimson Global Academy leads the ESOL, Writing & Literacy (WL) and Art streams, ensuring world‑class delivery across Small Group Live and Flex learning modes. This senior leadership position blends academic oversight with collaborative team management to unlock every student’s potential.

Key responsibilities

• Champion CGA’s teaching philosophy and embed it in every lesson across the department.
• Ensure all teachers follow the designated syllabus and maintain standardisation of textbooks, digital tools and resources.
• Develop and implement a consistent assessment scheme for assignments, homework and tests.
• Conduct weekly audits of LMS content, graded work and recorded lessons to uphold instructional quality.
• Support teachers in meeting the Teaching Excellence Rubric, fostering active engagement, innovative design and differentiated support.
• Promote the development of graduates who are Ignited, Connected and Launched.
• Coordinate with the One‑to‑One Live (DaVinci) HoD to provide materials and guidance as needed.

Required profile

• Proven experience leading a curriculum department in an online or blended learning environment.
• Strong understanding of ESOL, Writing & Literacy and Art curricula.
• Ability to audit and improve LMS content and assessment practices.
• Excellent collaborative and communication skills to support teachers across multiple delivery modes.

Required skills