Primary Director of Student Affairs - Guangzhou, China - August 2019

This international school opened their second campus on August 2017. Conveniently located in Guangzhou they are This established school's group is looking for a Director of Student Affairs - Primary School to support a culture of academic excellence and ensure the success of students. Highly focused on academic outcomes, the Director of Student Affairs is responsible for establishing student support programs that lead to exceptional student outcomes. Through elevated expectations of student capabilities and a willingness to ensure that all students have the support they need to be successful, this person will take a data driven approach to assessing the needs of the students and allocate the resources needed to enhance the students" educational experience. This is for an August 2019 start.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree. A Master's degree is preferred. They should have a minimum of five years of experience in an educational environment, preferably in an administrative capacity, a sound understanding of academic plans and approaches to learning, experience working with young students and experience working with and coaching teachers on effective instructional methods. They would also prefer candidates who have experience in tutoring or case management. Together with a high level of educational attainment, a successful applicant will demonstrate strong communication skills in teaching ideas, texts, and concepts with precision and confidence. Critically, an applicant should possess a high GPA in his/her major, excellent recommendations and be open to new ideas in education.

Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience. The school offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, housing allowance, travel assistance, and more. Assistance in obtaining a visa will be provided. https://www.expatistan.com/cost-of-living/comparison/london/guangzhou

Guangzhou is the largest city and the capital city of the Guangdong province and the third largest city in China. The city is located on the Pearl River, about 120 km (75 mi) north-northwest of Hong Kong and north-northeast of Macau. Guangzhou has a humid subtropical climate and summers are hot and wet (the monsoon season lasts from April to September) and winters are relatively mild and dry. There are about 14 million residents in Guangzhou and Cantonese is the first language for about half of these residents while the other half speak mainly Mandarin. In recent years, the city has developed a more cosmopolitan appearance with new shopping plazas, high rise buildings, a modern metro system and landscaped parks and road sides. It's a busy, lively city but parts of the cities have charm with restored churches, buildings and private residences. Having a major airport and being so close to Hong Kong opens up a world of travel opportunities from short weekend trips to longer treks around Asia in the holidays. Guangzhou really is the perfect place to base yourself in Asia!

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