Vice Head of Division of Early Childhood Education - Shenzhen
BASIS International School Shenzhen is seeking qualified candidates for a Vice Head of Division of Early Childhood Education (ECE) to start August 2023!
BASIS International Schools is a dynamic, growing network of schools in China and Thailand. Our teachers and administrators are treated as true professionals, and given the freedom to teach in their own way to best benefit their students. As part of a uniquely collaborative and professional teaching community, BASIS International teachers and administrators motivate students to reach their highest potential, while also elevating their own skills through peer collaboration and a culture where learning is of the greatest importance.
As BASIS International School Shenzhen expands the Early Childhood Education program we are now looking to add to our dynamic team of administrators and teachers.
Vice Head of Division of Early Childhood Education (ECE) is a member of the Senior Leadership Team working closely with all school administrators and reporting the Head of School. Vice Head of Division of Early Childhood Education (ECE) main focus points are developing early-learning programs, child development coaching, student behavior, and social integration management.
Vice Head of Division of Early Childhood Education (ECE) will directly supervise Early Education Teachers, Early Education Teaching Fellows, and the Dean of Early Education (as applicable).
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate Pre-K and Kinder academic programs to support students in situations relating to social integration in/out of the classroom
- Instruct teachers on child development best practices
- Create procedures for extreme behavior occurrences
- Monitor parent communications
- Manage parent expectations
- Support students’ social-emotional development
- Enforce School Routines and Code of Conduct
- Assist teachers with student behavior management
- Communicate with parents as needed to collaborate on student behavior management
- Maintain student discipline documentation
- Coordinate academic support program with the Director of Student Affairs and Director of Academic Programs
- Assist teachers with parent communication regarding various concerns
- Support a nurturing and achievement oriented school culture (define school-wide behavior expectations, manage social emotional curriculum and character program…)
- Define routines for school’s common areas (recess, lunch, hallways, Early Bird/Late Bird)
- Provide support and guidance to Early Education Teachers and Teaching Fellows
- Monitor student arrival and dismissal
Applications for this position will be received directly by the school and will not be reviewed by Teach Away's Placement Coordinators.
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| Location | Shenzhen, China |
| Start Date | August 2023 |
| Eligible Candidates | University Graduate |
| Student Level | Early Childhood |
| Monthly Salary | USD 5000 |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Job Benefits
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Qualifications and Requirements
| Education Required | Bachelor |
| Major | Early Childhood Education, Education, Childhood Development |
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