Leadership position in China
Outstanding Leadership Opportunity: Deputy Secondary Principal – Academic
August 2026 start
Are you a dynamic, forward-thinking educational leader with a passion for academic excellence and innovation in learning? We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Secondary Principal – Academic to join our client's thriving international school community in Guangzhou, China, beginning August 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced academic leader to inspire teaching and learning across the secondary school, ensuring that every student reaches their fullest potential within a rigorous, inquiry-driven, and globally minded curriculum.
🎓 About the Role:
As Deputy Secondary Principal – Academic, you will work closely with the Secondary Principal and academic leadership team to shape and implement a high-quality academic vision for students in Grades 6–12. You will lead curriculum development, assessment practices, and faculty professional growth while promoting a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
You will be a driving force in ensuring that academic programs are challenging, relevant, and aligned with international best practices — preparing students to thrive in higher education and beyond.
Key Responsibilities:
- Academic Leadership: Provide strategic leadership in teaching and learning across the secondary school, ensuring consistency, coherence, and excellence in academic programs.
- Curriculum Development: Oversee the review, design, and implementation of a progressive, inquiry-based curriculum (including MYP/IBDP or equivalent), ensuring alignment with the school’s mission and standards.
- Assessment & Reporting: Lead the development of effective assessment practices that support learning, promote reflection, and inform teaching.
- Data-Informed Improvement: Analyze academic data to identify trends, set improvement goals, and implement evidence-based strategies for student success.
- Faculty Development: Mentor and support teachers through instructional coaching, professional learning, and collaborative goal-setting.
- Innovation in Learning: Champion the integration of technology, creativity, and interdisciplinary learning to enhance student engagement and achievement.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure high standards in teaching practice through observation, feedback, and faculty appraisal processes.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the Deputy Principal – Pastoral to ensure academic success is closely linked to student well-being.
- Community Engagement: Foster strong communication with students, parents, and the broader school community about academic progress, expectations, and opportunities.
About You:
You are a confident, reflective, and visionary educational leader who thrives on fostering excellence in learning and teaching. You will bring:
*Proven leadership experience in an academic or curriculum leadership role (e.g., Head of Department, Assistant Principal, or Deputy Principal), ideally in an international or IB context.
*A deep understanding of inquiry-based learning and concept-driven curricula (experience with MYP and/or IBDP strongly preferred).
*Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to lead data-informed school improvement.
*A passion for developing teachers and building collaborative, high-performing teams.
*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire trust and respect among staff, students, and families.
*A relevant degree and teaching qualification, with postgraduate or leadership certification preferred.
Why Join Our Client?
🌍 Global Impact: Lead learning in an international community committed to developing creative, critical thinkers and compassionate global citizens.
🧠 Professional Growth: Engage in meaningful leadership development and international networking opportunities.
💬 Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a talented, motivated team of educators who share your passion for excellence.
🌆 Vibrant Location: Live in Guangzhou — a dynamic, cosmopolitan city that blends rich cultural heritage with modern innovation.
💼 Competitive Package: Attractive salary and benefits including housing allowance, relocation assistance, medical insurance, and annual flights.
This is an exceptional opportunity to help shape the future of learning in a school that values innovation, collaboration, and global-mindedness. If you are ready to lead with vision and integrity, we would love to hear from you.
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