der Studiendirektor
Translation
director of studies, senior teacher, head of department (at a Gymnasium)
Examples
Der Studiendirektor leitet die Oberstufe.
The director of studies heads the upper school level.
Er wurde zum Studiendirektor befördert.
He was promoted to director of studies.
Grammar Patterns
to promote sb. to Studiendirektor. He was promoted to director of studies.
Similar Words
Schulleiter (headmaster), Oberstudienrat (senior teacher), Studiendekan (dean of studies)
Etymology
Composed of 'Studien' (studies) and 'Direktor' (director).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'director' who manages the 'studies' at a school.