Director of Academic Excellence

Summary:

Director of Academic Excellence job opportunity at a leading international school in Yangon.

About the School:

A school dedicated to delivering an outstanding education, fostering student success, and preparing learners for a globally connected future. With a focus on academic excellence, character development, and innovative teaching, the school supports students from early years through to sixth form.

The Opportunity:

As the Director of Academic Excellence, you will play a pivotal role in driving educational improvement and consistency across the school. This position is central to the school’s next phase of development, with a focus on curriculum development, professional learning, and performance management. The successful candidate will be instrumental in aligning teaching and learning practices across all phases and campuses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the development of a cohesive and vertically aligned curriculum across all phases and campuses.
• Drive continuous improvement in teaching and learning through professional development and performance management strategies.
• Implement and monitor the school’s commitment to High Performance Learning (HPL) principles and practices.
• Support and develop staff through targeted professional learning opportunities and coaching.
• Oversee the assessment and feedback processes to ensure alignment with the school’s educational goals and student outcomes.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure a consistent and high-quality educational experience for all students.
• Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the school.
• Ensure that all teaching and learning practices are up to date with current educational research and pedagogical thinking.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in a senior academic leadership role within an international school setting.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development, teaching and learning strategies, and assessment practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage professional development and performance management processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
• Passion for improving student outcomes and fostering a culture of academic excellence.

Preferred

• Experience with High Performance Learning (HPL) frameworks and practices.
• Familiarity with British curriculum standards and international qualifications such as IGCSE and A Levels.
• Experience in managing and aligning educational practices across multiple campuses.
• Strong understanding of personalised learning and student-centred teaching approaches.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive, tax-free salary based on experience and skills.
• Comprehensive health insurance and annual return airfare.
• Monthly accommodation allowance and full school fees remission for dependent children.