Vice Head of Division – Primary School
Tes Schools Recruitment
Sichuan
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- Fall 2025
- Apply by:
- 8 May 2025
Job overview
Tes is supporting the appointment of a Vice Head of Division – Primary School to join a International School based in Sichuan.
Are you an experienced educator looking to grow your career with an established and high-achieving school network? Apply now for their Vice Head of Division – Primary School.
About The International School
The International School opened in 2022 and serves students in Grades Pre-K – 11, with courses eventually being offered through Grade 12 and a capacity of over 1,800 students. This beautiful campus is their first to house both an international and bilingual curriculum in one location. Chengdu is the capital of Sichuan province—home to famous historic sites, cuisine, and culture. Their school is located in a new, high-tech area in the southwest of the city, convenient to the airport and with plenty of green space.
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 Early Education Teachers, Early Education Teaching Fellows, and the Dean of Early Education (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
Work Experience
What They're Looking For
- A Bachelor’s degree, Master's preferred.
- 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).
Benefits
What They Offer
At the International School, they believe in investing in their faculty. Their benefits package is competitive, and they offer unparalleled support to their 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 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 their 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 their growing global network.
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity and 'Quick Apply' below! For more information please contact managedrecruit@tes.com REF: MH2204225
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