Head of Division - Middle School

Head of Middle School

BASIS International & Bilingual Schools Chengdu is seeking qualified candidates for a Head of Middle School for the 2025-26 school year.

About BASIS International & Bilingual Schools Chengdu 

BASIS International & Bilingual Schools Chengdu 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 our 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. Our 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. 

About the Position 

The Head of Middle School is responsible for leading and developing their division in academic excellence, coaching teachers, and ensuring all goals and network-wide metrics are met. You will spend time daily observing teachers in the classroom, providing feedback and coaching, and ensuring the professional growth and development of all faculty in the division. This includes facilitating opportunities for teachers to exchange information and ideas and ensuring a school climate with high morale and community.

You will also:

• Implement network-wide regulations, guidelines, procedures and management systems
• Oversee academic guidance, grading, and standards for student assessments
• Work with the Director of Academic Programs, Head of School, and other Heads of Division on development of the master school schedule and calendar
• Manage the division-wide ELL program to ensure that students live in an English-immersive experience on the school campus

About Our Network 

Join 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. 

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 and Canada. 

Work Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree, Master’s or above preferred
• 7+ years of experience in education, preferably in a private school setting
• 3+ years of experience leading at a High School level
• Demonstrated expertise in coaching teachers in instructional excellence
• Strong understanding of and experience with college admissions
• Documented track record of elevating educational outcomes
• Collaborative, team-building approach to leading educators

Benefits

At BASIS International & Bilingual Schools China, we understand that investing in the care and growth of our teachers and leaders is the best way to ensure the finest global education for our students. As such we offer unparalleled benefits and support, including:

• Competitive Salary
• Furnished Housing
• Relocation Allowance
• Global health coverage
• Annual travel allowance
• Tuition remission for dependents
• HR support throughout the process, including visa, travel, home settling, and more