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Middle School Director of Student Affairs - Hangzhou

BASIS International School Hangzhou

Hangzhou, China

Starting at: 4,200 USD monthly

Furnished housing is provided

Full airfare for employee and accompanying, immediate family at beginning and end of assignment

Start date: September 2019

Job
School

Contract Length: 2 years

Number of Vacancies: 1

Student Level:

Middle School

Eligible Candidates:

Director/Principal, University Graduate

School Requirements:

Education Required: Bachelor
Minimum Teaching Experience: 5 years of teaching experience

Additional School Requirements:

A minimum of a bachelor's degree with appropriate clearance
A minimum of five (5) years of experience in an educational environment, preferably within an administrative role
Sound understanding of academic plans and approaches to learning
Extensive experience working with elementary and middle school students
Experience in tutoring or case management is preferred
Together with a high level of educational attainment, a successful applicant will demonstrate strong communication skills in teaching ideas, texts, and concepts with precision and confidence
Critically, an applicant should possess a high GPA in his/her major, excellent recommendations, and be open to new ideas in education

Job Benefits:

Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience. BASIS International Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, housing allowance, travel assistance, and more. Assistance in obtaining a visa will be provided.

Job Description:

BASIS International School Hangzhou is seeking qualified candidates for a Director of Student Affairs for the 2019-20!

BASIS International School Hangzhou is seeking a Director of Student Affairs to support a culture of academic excellence and ensure the success of our students. This position is highly focused on academics, and is responsible for establishing student support programs that lead to exceptional student outcomes. Through elevated expectations of student capabilities and a willingness to ensure that all students have the support they need to be successful, our Director of Student Affairs will take a data driven approach to assessing student needs, and thus allocate the resources needed to enhance their educational experience.

Primary Responsibilities:

Establish, coordinate, and effectively communicate academic and behavioral performance plans with students, teachers, and parents
Provide support to teachers regarding student achievement, classroom management, and overall best practices
Lead grade team level meetings and staff meetings
Monitor student academic performance
Work closely with the administrative team to provide both academic support and social-emotional support for all students

This is a Direct to School Job

About the School:

A part of the six BASIS International Schools in China, the Hangzhou campus opened in 2018 with over 350 students in grades Kindergarten through 9th, and will expand each year until courses are offered through 12th grade. The campus is purpose-built, and is capable of housing 1,000 students. It is divided into two buildings--one for the early years and the other for grades 2nd-12th. The facilities include a gymnasium, computer lab, cafeteria, outdoor track and field, and a black box theater that is able to open into an outdoor amphitheater.

Hangzhou is regarded by many as China's most beautiful city. It boasts an incredibly history, lake, river, and also enjoys four seasons. The school is located in a revitalized area of downtown Hangzhou--juxtaposed between modern city development and beautiful areas of natural scenery and historical significance. Newly built teacher accommodations are close to the school and convenient to shopping. A high-speed train also offers service to Shanghai in an hour.

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