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Are you a passionate educator and leader looking for a unique and enriching environment for your career? Colegio Bolívar in Cali, Colombia, invites you to join our team as the new Director of one of the most beautiful school campuses in the world. Nestled in the foothills of the majestic Andes Mountains and on the edge of the Farallones de Cali National Natural Park, our campus o ers an inspiring and tranquil setting that fosters creativity and learning.
Imagine a teaching environment of open-air classrooms, surrounded by lush vegetation and with breathtaking mountain views every morning. Our commitment to education is re ected in our facilities, including science labs, libraries, gyms, swimming pools, and spacious sports elds, all harmoniously integrated with nature.
Community
Cali, with its warm climate and vibrant cultural life, is the perfect city for those seeking an authentic Colombian experience. The warmth of its people, the rich tradition of salsa, and the diverse culinary scene will make you feel right at home.
Apply to join and lead Colegio Bolívar, a dedicated and dynamic educational community. Here, you will nd not only a beautiful place to work but also the opportunity to grow professionally in an environment that values and cultivates educational excellence. We welcome you with open arms to the heart of Valle del Cauca.
Educational Excellence C ltur
Colegio Bolivar was founded in 1947 in Cali, Colombia, as a private, coeducational, non-confessional and non-pro t foundation. Since then it has provided a bilingual, bicultural, and binational type education serving the children of Colombian nationals seeking this type of academic program, as well as North American families and other foreign residents.
Colegio Bolivar’s high standards of educational quality exemplify our commitment to continuous improvement. Currently, the school o ers a college preparatory education to nearly 1,400 students in English and in Spanish from nursery through Grade 12. The institutional characteristics and rigorous curriculum prepare students to enter the world’s most competitive colleges and universities, developing their potential to become integral citizens who make a di erence and positively impact society.
Colegio Bolivar’s curricular and extracurricular programs come from Colombian and North American traditions and comply with the most demanding standards of both countries. In addition to a group of highly quali ed local
teachers, most of them bilingual, the school has a numerous group of teachers hired abroad. Children are gradually exposed to English as a second language since preschool, however, Spanish language and Colombian culture are an integral part of the educational program.
Academic continuous improvement
Colegio Bolivar is a learning community that strives for continuous improvement through ongoing learning at every level. Our educational framework is rooted in Deeper Learning, which includes a set of student outcomes such as the mastery of core academic content, higher-order thinking skills, and learning dispositions crucial for student success both now and in the future.
We are committed to continually enhancing our curricul a across all subjects, including advisory and social-emotional learning programs, to ensure our students gain the essential academic and interpersonal skills needed to succeed in high school, college, and beyond. We also create innovative opportunities for students to lead and serve, preparing them to pursue their passions and become the leaders our world needs.
To achieve our strategic goal of ensuring dynamic and student-centered curricula and pedagogy, we have joined a global educational movement aimed at foster ing deeper learning. We aim to equip all our students with the competencies necessary to thrive in a complex and unpredictable future. These competen cies, known as "21st-century skills," are encapsulated in the so-called six Cs: Communication, Collaboration, Character, Citizenship, Creativity, and Critical think ing. These skills are nurtured through various interactions and activities within the school environment.
Olocation
Colegio Bolivar is in Cali, in the southwestern part of Colombia. The school, located on a lush 35-acre campus in the foothills of the Andes mountains, is one of the most beautiful and appealing school campuses found anywhere in the world. Situated at 3000 feet above sea level, the growth and development of campus facilities re ects a thoughtful and creative commitment to maintaining a harmonious and inspiring learning environment. Since moving to the present site, the school continues to develop facilities based upon program needs, while preserving as much green space as possible. Marked by mature trees, lush vegetation, owing water, expansive green space between buildings, and open-air classrooms, the campus is truly unique. A view of the western range of the Andes provides a beautifully stunning welcome to school each morning.
Cali is a vibrant and dynamic city known for its rich culture, lively atmosphere, and passionate love for
salsa music and dancing. As the capital of the Valle del Cauca department, Cali is the third-largest city in Colombia and serves as a hub for commerce, industry, and tourism in the region.
Cali boasts a warm climate and a diverse population, re ecting the country's multicultural heritage. Its streets are alive with colorful colonial architecture, bustling markets, and a plethora of restaurants o ering traditional Colombian cuisine and international avors.
Surrounded by lush green mountains and nestled in the Cauca Valley, Cali also o ers outdoor enthusiasts plenty of opportunities for adventure, including hiking, mountain biking, and exploring nearby national parks.
Overall, Cali's energetic spirit, warm climate, and rich cultural heritage make it a captivating destination for travelers seeking an authentic Colombian experience.
Colegio Bolivar is a bilingual community of creative learn ers which inspires its members to live our school values as catalysts of change who incorporate multiple perspec tives and commit to the highest aspirations for the
OVision Statement
Where do we want to go?
Colegio Bolivar will be an exemplary learning community with individuals highly prepared to positively impact Earth and society.
We
unite in our
commitment to our educational mission outlined in our 2022-2026 Strategic Plan
Every member of our community, whether a student, parent, faculty or administrative sta , joins in a common commitment to achieve our vision and be living examples of our Bolívar values.
Together, as the Bolívar Community, we pursue a fundamental purpose, a common thread that binds us as catalysts of change, promoting the welfare of the individual, society, and Earth: #BeBolivar.
Strategic Plan
Colegio Bolivar is a bilingual community of creative learners which inspires who incorporate multiple perspectives and commit to the highest
Respect
Integrity
Personal Best
Colegio Bolivar will be an exemplary learning community with individuals highly prepared to positively impact Earth and society.
Well-being
Ensure that diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational aspects of our community as we foster a school culture of socio-emotional well-being for everyone.
Personal Best
Assure that all students have the opportunity to ful ll their potential and meet the expectations of the Colegio Bolivar Graduate Pro le.
n 2022-2026
inspires its members to live our school values as catalysts of change highest aspirations for the welfare of the individual, society, and Earth.
and Responsibility
Commitment
Deeper Learning is the process of transferring knowledge and skills from the classroom setting to real-world situations.
Innovation
Provide a challenging environment where learners innovate and create to navigate a complex and changing world.
Sustainability
Lead our community to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all through knowledge building and problem solving.
S p for students
The educational approach of Colegio Bolívar is student centered, respecting learning di erences. The institution is committed to an education that includes all facets of growth, from academic performance to socioemotional development.
In conjunction with classroom/special area teachers, professionals from the Learning Support Services team identify students' strengths and areas of growth and then design an intervention plan that o ers strategies for the student to acquire the learning skills necessary to achieve curricular goals and objectives.
G aduat Pro le
To further de ne and focus the K – 12 overall program, we have developed a Graduate Student pro le with speci c personal, cognitive, and social capabilties to become agents of their own learning. Constructed with the input of all stakeholding groups, the pro le provides a guide for the school program and serves as a shared purpose that uni es the Colegio Bolivar community. The pro le aligns with the school’s mission, vision, value statements, and Deeper Learning principles and serves as a compelling purpose.
As Bolivar Graduates, our students will:
Exemplify Good Character
Live our Bolivar values of Respect, Integrity, Personal Best, Curiosity, Autonomy & Responsibility, Sense of Bolivar Community, and Social Commitment.
Embody a Growth Mindset
Pursue continuous learning and meet challenges with resilience and hopefulness.
Transfer Knowledge and Fundamental Skills
Apply the competencies of Bilingualism, Communication, Collaboration, Character, Citizenship, Creativity, and Critical Thinking in contexts beyond the school setting.
Be Catalysts of Change
Take action to positively impact the welfare of the individual, society, and the Earth while incorporating multiple perspectives.
Class of 2025 Highlights
46 seniors took the SAT (50%) Average TOEFL score 108/120 DUOLINGO 142/160
133 AP Exams taken by 91 seniors and 98% of the class took AP classes
Applications for Universities outside of Colombia
55% will go abroad
121/168
acceptances were in HIGHLY and MOST competitive universities
Colombian Scholarships: 29 students receive an average of USD $56,000 annually
6% of seniors took a Gap Year to France, Mexico, Colombia and Northern Europe
two of which received the distinguished AP International Diploma
30 sum of USD $914,000 annually students received scholarships for universities outside of Colombia
Total Scholarships for Colombia and Abroad USD $970.000 annually 10 AP Scholars
Accreditations and A liations
Colegio Bolivar Is fully accredited by the Colombian Ministry of Education since its foundation and has been accredited since 1961 by Cognia, former AdvancED/SACS, the world’s largest educational institutions accrediting body in 70 countries with the highest standards of educational quality. We are proud to be recognized for our e orts to remain at the forefront of educational and organizational excellence. In October 2023, Colegio Bolivar was visited by the COGNIA Engagement Review team for our ve-year reaccreditation. Our institution was highly recognized for signi cant developments in our pedagogy and our clear alignment with the implementation of our Strategic Plan.
The school belongs to organizations locally, such as Asobilca (Association of Bilingual Schools in Cali), regionally, such as ACCAS (Association of American Schools in Colombia and the Caribbean), and internationally such as the Tri-Association (Association of American Schools of Central America, Colombia-Caribbean, and Mexico) and AMISA (American International Schools in the Americas).
CB Governance
Colegio Bolivar was formed by several individuals and corporations who donated funds for its founding. Bonds were purchased in 1965 and these individuals and corporations form the Bondholders of the school. During its annual Assembly, the Bondholders elect the ten members of the Board of Directors.
The Board of Directors exercises legislative authority over the school in accordance with applicable laws. It provides direction on strategic planning, nance, and policy for our non-pro t organization. The CB Board of Directors has a long history of stability, cooperation and high degree of professionalism allowing School Directors autonomy to successfully lead and implement a shared broad vision of the school.
The CB School Director collaborates with the Administrative Team and Coordinators to e ectively support and advance the school's mission and strategic improvement plan.
Faculty and Sta
The number of direct employees for this school year currently stands at 403. The teaching faculty is made up of 8 members of the administration, 29 foreign-hire teachers and 203 local-hire teachers. Our faculty receive on-going training in di erentiation to bene t all students across the entire learning process.
The services and facilities sta make up the remaining 163 school employees including personnel in transportation, maintenance, activities instructors, SENA personnel and operations.
C ndidat Pro l Primary Principal Grades
Mission of this Position
2nd to 5th
To exercise e ective and e cient and purposeful leadership, in close collaboration with the Administrative Team and in alignment with the school's mission and philosophy, ensuring excellence in education, the holistic development of students, and the ongoing enhancement of academic processes within the Primary section.
To inspire, guide and oversee the Faculty Team in both pedagogical and administrative matters, fostering a supportive, collaborative and dynamic environment, that promotes professional growth, high-quality teaching, and enriching learning experience for all students.
Required Quali cations
•Advance degree in Education (Master´s or equivalent)
•Pro ciency in both English & Spanish
•Minimum of ve years of successful teaching experience
•In-depth knowledge of Primary-aged learners and their development needs
•Proven organizational and strategic planning skills
•Demonstrated ability to work e ectively in teams and foster collaboration
•Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
•Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
Preferred Quali cations
•Experience in international schools
•Previous experience in Latin America and knowledge of the culture
•Prior experience in educational leadership
Salary and Bene ts
This position o ers a highly competitive compensation and bene ts package, designed to attract and support outstanding educational leaders:
•Salary paid in Colombian Pesos
•Settling – in allowance upon arrival
•Housing allowance
•Health insurance (for the employee, spouse and children – age dependent)
•Vehicle and gasoline
•Full tuition remission (100%) for dependent children enrolled in grades K4-12
•Baggage/ shipping allowance for relocation
•Annual round-trip airfare to home country for employee and their family members
Application Procedure
Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents:
•A letter of application highlighting their strengths, motivation for applying
•A current résumé / CV
•Contact information for three professional references
If interested, please send your application to Dr. Joseph Nagy, School Director, at: jnagy@colegiobolivar.edu.co
Deadline for applications for the position is October 24, 2025.
Accredited by Cognia since 1961 & the Colombian Ministry of Education (+57 602) 485 5050 - 387 6160 • 316 3887036 • Calle 5 No. 122 - 21 vía a Pance Cali, Colombia www.colegiobolivar.com