Academic Director

Summary:

Academic Director opportunity in Shanghai with a focus on curriculum innovation and educational leadership.

About the School:

A school committed to holistic education, fostering global citizens with strong values and a focus on continuous improvement and collaboration.

The Opportunity:

As an Academic Director, you will lead strategic initiatives in curriculum innovation, professional learning, quality assurance, and data diagnostics. This role is ideal for someone passionate about advancing educational excellence and driving impactful change across a dynamic school network.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive curriculum innovation and research-informed practice across the school network.
• Support schools in aligning their development plans with group-level strategies and global standards.
• Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among schools, teachers, and leadership teams.
• Provide strategic guidance on accreditation, quality assurance, and professional development processes.
• Analyze and interpret data to inform school and group-wide improvement strategies.
• Implement group-wide training programs and professional learning communities to enhance teaching standards.
• Coordinate curriculum renewal cycles and pilot innovative initiatives in partnership with leading universities.
• Act as a strategic coach, guiding schools in data analysis, knowledge sharing, and long-term planning.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Master’s Degree or higher in Education, Curriculum, or a related field.
• Minimum of ten years of relevant experience in educational leadership.
• Proficient in oral and written English.
• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum innovation, professional learning, quality assurance, and data analytics.
• Strong emotional intelligence and advanced coaching skills.

Preferred

• Experience working within group or matrix structures.
• Proven ability to lead change and drive continuous improvement.
• Experience in bilingual and international education contexts.
• Strong influencing skills and ability to work at a senior leadership level.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.
• Reduced tuition for children of employees and return airfare for foreign staff.