Dean of Students

Local Hire Only - Beijing, China

Duty Hours:  3PM -11PM - Monday to Friday                 

Saint Paul American School, located in the Haidian district of Beijing, is in search of an organized, highly motivated, and talented teacher to fill a recent opening as Dean of Students.  

This is a highly competitive position.  Only candidates with an outstanding track record of communication, collaboration and a positive work ethic will be considered.  Experience with multiple cultures, peoples of diverse backgrounds, and international experience is a must.  The Dean of Students position is an administrative role that will be coupled with the supervision of Student Counsel.  You will be tasked with the supervision of over 240 students during after school hours, to check in with students on grades and well-being, support the school’s progressive discipline program, enforce uniform standards, attend weekly meetings, and take on administrative duties assigned y the School Principal. Communication with parents, recruiters, and recruiting agencies will also be a critical part of this role.  The position requires an individual of high ability to answer emails, compose announcements and responses, as well as meet with these individuals in face-to-face.  Our International Counselor must also be knowledgeable in all school policies and procedures.  We also are seeking an individual who is not afraid to ask questions in order to get a frim understanding of their role during the training process.

The position requires an individual of high ability to answer emails, compose announcements and responses, as well as meet with students and teacher in face-to-face as a supportive role.  Our Dean of Students must be knowledgeable in all school policies and procedures.  We also are seeking an individual who is not afraid to ask questions in order to get a frim understanding of their role during the training process which will be carried out on the job with the School Principal.  

Another highly sought after trait will be cooperation and collaboration.  As an administrative role, the Dean of Students must also be supporting and understanding of both teachers and students.    This support role often acts as a bridge between parties, either working toward mutual agreement or in mutual recognition of school policies and procedures in order to move forward. 

Due to Chinese visa requirements, we are only accepting qualified teachers with a license, degree, and some previous experience and already living in China.