Vice Head of Division – High School

BASIS International School Shenzhen is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Vice Head of Division – High School for the 2026-27 academic year!

If you are an experienced educator looking to elevate your career within a prestigious and high-achieving school network, we encourage you to apply for the Vice Head of Division – High School role at BASIS International School Shenzhen.

Why Join BASIS International & Bilingual Schools?

BASIS International & Bilingual Schools is a dynamic and rapidly growing network of educational institutions in China, well-known for its dedication to academic excellence and innovative teaching practices. Since the launch of our first school in Shenzhen in 2015, we have expanded to multiple cities across China, including Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Chengdu, and Wuhan. In 2024, we proudly opened three new schools in Shenzhen, marking the introduction of our first Early Childhood Education campuses, with plans for further growth in 2026, including BASIS Bilingual School Beijing and BASIS Bilingual School Guangzhou.

Our graduates consistently gain admission to prestigious universities worldwide, such as Harvard, Princeton, Oxford, MIT, and Cornell, with nearly 100% of our alumni accepted to the Top 50 U.S. universities and other esteemed institutions in the UK, Canada, and Hong Kong.

About BASIS International School Shenzhen

Established in 2015, BASIS International School Shenzhen was the inaugural school in our network. Originally housed in a renovated facility, the school moved in 2023 to a beautiful new campus designed to accommodate over 1,600 students from Pre-K to Grade 12, featuring state-of-the-art facilities for the performing and visual arts, athletics, and sciences, along with lovely outdoor areas and gardens. The campus is conveniently located near the best amenities Shenzhen has to offer, with diverse dining, shopping options, and easy transport links to Hong Kong and Guangzhou via a quick ferry or train ride.

The Vice Head of Division – High School plays a crucial role in the Senior Leadership Team, working closely with school administrators and reporting directly to the Head of School. This position focuses on developing secondary education programs, guiding student development, managing student behavior, and facilitating social integration.

The Vice Head of Division will directly supervise Teachers, Teaching Fellows, and the Dean of Secondary School (if applicable).

Responsibilities:

• Supervise secondary school academic programs that support students facing social integration challenges both inside and outside the classroom.
• Create protocols for addressing serious behavioral incidents.
• Oversee communication with parents.
• Manage parental expectations.
• Encourage the social-emotional development of students.
• Enforce School Routines and the Code of Conduct.
• Support teachers in managing student behavior.
• Collaborate with parents regarding student behavior concerns as necessary.
• Maintain records of student discipline.
• Collaborate with the Director of Student Affairs and Director of Academic Programs to coordinate academic support initiatives.
• Assist teachers with parental communication on various issues.
• Cultivate a supportive and achievement-oriented school culture (setting behavior standards, managing social-emotional curricula and character programs, etc.).
• Establish routines for common areas of the school (recess, lunch, hallways, Early Bird/Late Bird).
• Provide guidance and support to Teaching Fellows.
• Oversee student arrival and dismissal processes.

What We're Seeking

• A Bachelor's degree in Education, Secondary Education, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of leadership experience in a high school environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in administrative roles.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication abilities (both verbal and written).

What We Offer

At BASIS International & Bilingual Schools, we are committed to providing a supportive and enriching environment for both our students and staff. Apply via the WhatSchool platform.