Vice Head of Division - Primary School
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Job Description
BASIS International School Hangzhou is seeking qualified candidates for a Vice Head of Division – Primary School for the 2027-28 school year!
Are you an experienced educator looking to grow your career with an established and high-achieving school network? Apply now for our Vice Head of Division – Primary School position with BASIS International School Hangzhou.
Why Choose BASIS International & Bilingual Schools?
BASIS International & Bilingual Schools is a dynamic, rapidly growing network of schools in China known for academic excellence and innovation. Since our first school opened in Shenzhen in 2015, BASIS International & Bilingual Schools has expanded across China, with campuses in Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Chengdu, and Wuhan. In 2024, we proudly launched three new schools in Shenzhen, including our first Early Childhood Education campuses, and opened two new schools in 2026: BASIS Bilingual School Beijing and BASIS Bilingual School Guangzhou.
Our students consistently gain admission to prestigious universities worldwide, such as Harvard, Princeton, Oxford, MIT, and Cornell, with nearly 100% of graduates accepted into Top 50 U.S. universities and other similarly rated universities in the UK, Canada, and Hong Kong.
About BASIS International School Hangzhou
BASIS International School Hangzhou opened in 2018, and was the first BASIS International School in China outside of Guangdong province. The school welcomes students in Grades Pre-K – 12 and celebrated its first graduates in 2022. Our faculty team is made up of teachers and administrators from around the world, bringing diverse perspectives and experiences to our community. We embrace a growth mindset, enhanced by our campus location in Qiangjiang New Town District where modern city development and areas of natural beauty and historical significance meet. Nearby high-speed trains make traveling to other cities, such as Shanghai, easy and convenient.
Vice Head of Division of Primary School 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 Primary School main focus points are developing early-learning programs, child development coaching, student behavior, and social integration management.
Vice Head of Division of Primary School will directly supervise Primary Teachers, Primary Teaching Fellows, and the Dean of Primary (as applicable).
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate primary school 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 Teaching Fellows
- Monitor student arrival and dismissal
Job Benefits
What We Offer
At BASIS International & Bilingual Schools, we believe in investing in our faculty. Our benefits package is competitive, and we offer unparalleled support to our expatriate staff:
- Competitive Salary: Reflective of your education and experience.
- Global Health Coverage: Including coverage in the U.S. for American citizens.
- Housing: Provided furnished accommodation or a housing allowance.
- Retirement Benefits: Receive an annual retirement bonus equal to 10% of your annual salary.
- Travel Benefits: Paid travel to and from China at the start and end of your contract, plus an annual travel allowance.
- Relocation Support: Moving allowance and comprehensive assistance with visa, work permit and residence permit arrangements.
- Free School Meals: Say goodbye to meal planning—enjoy delicious, complimentary breakfast and lunch on campus.
- Full BASIS Tuition Waiver: Enroll up to two school-aged children per teacher, or up to three children per teaching couple, with free tuition.
- Savings Potential: Maximize your earnings with our comprehensive benefits package, low cost of living, and competitive salary—allowing you to save significantly while living and working in China.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career advancement within our growing global network.
Job Requirements
What We're Looking For
- Master's degree required.
- 3-5 years of leadership experience in an early childhood school environment.
- Demonstrated strength in administrative experience.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
About BASIS International School Hangzhou
Yu Lin Lu, Jiang Gan Qu, Hang Zhou Shi, Zhe Jiang Sheng, China
About the Campus
BASIS International School Hangzhou opened in 2018 with more than 400 students in Kindergarten - Grade 9, and now courses are offered through Grade 12. The campus is purpose-built, and is capable of housing 1,000 students. It is divided into two buildings: one for Early Years Learning, and the other for Grades 1 - 12. The facilities include a gymnasium, Apple computer lab, cafeteria, outdoor track and field, and a black-box theater that can open into an outdoor amphitheater.
Our faculty team is made up of teachers and administrators from around the world. The variety of cultures and experiences represented come to life through events such as the BASIS International School Hangzhou World Fair, the variety of arts performances and displays presented, and academic excellence encouraged by our expert teachers.
The school celebrated their first graduating senior class in 2022, and its graduates have been accepted to many prestigious universities and colleges around the world, including UCLA, New York University, University of Toronto, Emory, Imperial College London, and many others.
Living in Hangzhou
Hangzhou is often considered the city where one wants to spend retirement in China. But when Jack Ma made it the headquarters for Alibaba, it also became a hub of commerce that hosted a G-20 summit and FIBA's World Cup and Asian Games. Its downtown has a modern skyline along the Qiangtang River that lights up at night with a fantastic array of images; in stark contrast to the nearby peaceful West Lake area, with beautiful tree-lined paths winding around the historic lake with tea houses, restaurants, shops, and five-star hotels nestled away.
Our school campus is about a 15-minute drive to either downtown or West Lake, and the train station is about 5 minutes away--once on a bullet train, you'll be in Shanghai in 40 minutes. Since its China's equivalent to Seattle (home of Amazon), you can have everything delivered to your door, from Western groceries, to household items, to clothing. It also has a vibrant clothing wholesale district that has built up around Alibaba.
Hangzhou is a close-knit city that has most everything of what you need, so it's fast and easy to get around the city. Many Western restaurants, clothing stores, and a two-story, glass enclosed Apple store that rivals Manhattan's are found at Raffles and Mix-C, but the city's close proximity to Shanghai means the world is practically next door.
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Vice Head of Division - Primary School
Job Description
BASIS International School Hangzhou is seeking qualified candidates for a Vice Head of Division – Primary School for the 2027-28 school year!
Are you an experienced educator looking to grow your career with an established and high-achieving school network? Apply now for our Vice Head of Division – Primary School position with BASIS International School Hangzhou.
Why Choose BASIS International & Bilingual Schools?
BASIS International & Bilingual Schools is a dynamic, rapidly growing network of schools in China known for academic excellence and innovation. Since our first school opened in Shenzhen in 2015, BASIS International & Bilingual Schools has expanded across China, with campuses in Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Chengdu, and Wuhan. In 2024, we proudly launched three new schools in Shenzhen, including our first Early Childhood Education campuses, and opened two new schools in 2026: BASIS Bilingual School Beijing and BASIS Bilingual School Guangzhou.
Our students consistently gain admission to prestigious universities worldwide, such as Harvard, Princeton, Oxford, MIT, and Cornell, with nearly 100% of graduates accepted into Top 50 U.S. universities and other similarly rated universities in the UK, Canada, and Hong Kong.
About BASIS International School Hangzhou
BASIS International School Hangzhou opened in 2018, and was the first BASIS International School in China outside of Guangdong province. The school welcomes students in Grades Pre-K – 12 and celebrated its first graduates in 2022. Our faculty team is made up of teachers and administrators from around the world, bringing diverse perspectives and experiences to our community. We embrace a growth mindset, enhanced by our campus location in Qiangjiang New Town District where modern city development and areas of natural beauty and historical significance meet. Nearby high-speed trains make traveling to other cities, such as Shanghai, easy and convenient.
Vice Head of Division of Primary School 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 Primary School main focus points are developing early-learning programs, child development coaching, student behavior, and social integration management.
Vice Head of Division of Primary School will directly supervise Primary Teachers, Primary Teaching Fellows, and the Dean of Primary (as applicable).
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate primary school 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 Teaching Fellows
- Monitor student arrival and dismissal
Job Benefits
What We Offer
At BASIS International & Bilingual Schools, we believe in investing in our faculty. Our benefits package is competitive, and we offer unparalleled support to our expatriate staff:
- Competitive Salary: Reflective of your education and experience.
- Global Health Coverage: Including coverage in the U.S. for American citizens.
- Housing: Provided furnished accommodation or a housing allowance.
- Retirement Benefits: Receive an annual retirement bonus equal to 10% of your annual salary.
- Travel Benefits: Paid travel to and from China at the start and end of your contract, plus an annual travel allowance.
- Relocation Support: Moving allowance and comprehensive assistance with visa, work permit and residence permit arrangements.
- Free School Meals: Say goodbye to meal planning—enjoy delicious, complimentary breakfast and lunch on campus.
- Full BASIS Tuition Waiver: Enroll up to two school-aged children per teacher, or up to three children per teaching couple, with free tuition.
- Savings Potential: Maximize your earnings with our comprehensive benefits package, low cost of living, and competitive salary—allowing you to save significantly while living and working in China.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career advancement within our growing global network.
Job Requirements
What We're Looking For
- Master's degree required.
- 3-5 years of leadership experience in an early childhood school environment.
- Demonstrated strength in administrative experience.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
Our Commitment
Please note that Teach Away provides information on behalf of schools and cannot accept liability for information provided or policies schools may adopt. Be sure to verify all details that apply to you, and check for the latest visa and work permit requirements. For any questions regarding job postings, please contact the school directly.
Teach Away believes in diversity and inclusivity, and that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and be considered fairly and equally for employment. We ensure all schools we work with adhere to our pledge to promote inclusivity and diversity in education and recruitment practices.
About BASIS International School Hangzhou
Yu Lin Lu, Jiang Gan Qu, Hang Zhou Shi, Zhe Jiang Sheng, China
About the Campus
BASIS International School Hangzhou opened in 2018 with more than 400 students in Kindergarten - Grade 9, and now courses are offered through Grade 12. The campus is purpose-built, and is capable of housing 1,000 students. It is divided into two buildings: one for Early Years Learning, and the other for Grades 1 - 12. The facilities include a gymnasium, Apple computer lab, cafeteria, outdoor track and field, and a black-box theater that can open into an outdoor amphitheater.
Our faculty team is made up of teachers and administrators from around the world. The variety of cultures and experiences represented come to life through events such as the BASIS International School Hangzhou World Fair, the variety of arts performances and displays presented, and academic excellence encouraged by our expert teachers.
The school celebrated their first graduating senior class in 2022, and its graduates have been accepted to many prestigious universities and colleges around the world, including UCLA, New York University, University of Toronto, Emory, Imperial College London, and many others.
Living in Hangzhou
Hangzhou is often considered the city where one wants to spend retirement in China. But when Jack Ma made it the headquarters for Alibaba, it also became a hub of commerce that hosted a G-20 summit and FIBA's World Cup and Asian Games. Its downtown has a modern skyline along the Qiangtang River that lights up at night with a fantastic array of images; in stark contrast to the nearby peaceful West Lake area, with beautiful tree-lined paths winding around the historic lake with tea houses, restaurants, shops, and five-star hotels nestled away.
Our school campus is about a 15-minute drive to either downtown or West Lake, and the train station is about 5 minutes away--once on a bullet train, you'll be in Shanghai in 40 minutes. Since its China's equivalent to Seattle (home of Amazon), you can have everything delivered to your door, from Western groceries, to household items, to clothing. It also has a vibrant clothing wholesale district that has built up around Alibaba.
Hangzhou is a close-knit city that has most everything of what you need, so it's fast and easy to get around the city. Many Western restaurants, clothing stores, and a two-story, glass enclosed Apple store that rivals Manhattan's are found at Raffles and Mix-C, but the city's close proximity to Shanghai means the world is practically next door.
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