Director of Academic Programs

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

BASIS International School Bangkok is seeking qualified candidates for a Director of Academic Programs for the 2025-26 school year! BASIS International School Bangkok opened in the fall of 2019, and first BASIS International Schools campus outside of China. Teachers and students enjoy state-of-the-art facilities including spacious classrooms, a black-box theater, swimming pool, traditional Thai house, and beautiful campus green space.  This campus offers the opportunity to embrace the rich culture and history of Thailand while being a part of an internationally renowned school network. Our school celebrates Thai traditions such as Wai Kru, Songkran, and more with grand events that bring teachers into the heart of Thai culture. It truly is an experience like no other.  The Director of Academic Programs will support our school’s culture of academic excellence and ensure our students are properly supported and successful academically. This position is focused on ensuring a data-driven approach is taken to assessing the implementation of our accelerated academic program and allocating the proper resources within our school operations to enhance the educational experience of our students. The role will manage master, substitute, and assessment scheduling; student registration and onboarding; curriculum coordination and teacher training; assessment coordination; and academic data analysis.
Primary Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Analyze student achievement data and use data to drive recommendations and decision-making to improve academic performance and implement the BASIS Curriculum Develop and deliver academic programs and deliverables such as grade and progress reports, high-stakes test coordination, course syllabi development, master schedule planning, graduation progress, transcripts updates, teacher training, and management of student data Lead administrators and teachers to gather and analyze student performance data and develop action plans for improvement (data-driven instruction or DDI) Create a master schedule (teacher, room, periods, and student schedules) and assessment, special events, early release, faculty substitute sub-schedules Provide direct training to teachers on applicable software systems Coordinate student registration, onboarding, and recordkeeping including daily attendance Collaborate on faculty selection; data-driven instruction (DDI); Participate in coffee with Admin, parent meetings, and new student selection teams Lead coordination of all accreditation responsibilities with national, international, and external accreditation organizations and institutions Attend and contribute to BASIS Independent Schools (BINS) meetings and trainings for Academic Programs teams. Facilitate excellent communication between BISB and the BINS network of schools through efficient and effective distribution of information and regular and prompt communications 

Work Experience
Required Competencies, Traits, and QualificationsHas strong verbal, written, and platform communication skills with students, employees, and parents Possess excellent data analysis skills Open to constructive feedback and continuous improvement Possesses a strong work ethic and a “do whatever it takes” mindset Able to coach teachers in instructional and learning strategies Possess excellent software skills including Microsoft Office (Word, PPT, Excel, Outlook) Be an excellent problem solver Able to manage complex projects and meet all desired requirements including deadlines, budget, and customer training Able to manage high-performing direct reports effectively such as Curriculum Coordinators and Registrar. Skilled in the administration of high-stakes assessments like PSAT, ACT, SAT, AP®, A minimum of a bachelor’s degree plus three years of experience in Prek-12 education or an equivalent combination of education and experience Strong knowledge of and understanding in use of educational systems 

Benefits
What We Offer At BASIS International Schools, we believe in investing in our teachers. Our benefits package is competitive, and we offer unparalleled support to our expatriate staff: Competitive Salary: Reflective of your education and experience. Global Health Coverage: Coverage for employee.  Housing: Provided furnished accommodation or a housing allowance. Travel Benefits: Paid travel to and from Thailand at the start and end of your contract. Relocation Support: Moving allowance and assistance with visa, work permit and residence permit arrangements. Free School Meals: Say goodbye to meal planning—enjoy delicious, complimentary breakfast and lunch on campus. Full BASIS Tuition Waiver: Enroll up to two school-aged children, or up to three children for a teaching couple, with free tuition. Savings Potential: Maximize your earnings with our comprehensive benefits package, low cost of living, and competitive salary—allowing you to save significantly while living and working in Thailand. Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career advancement within our growing global network.  

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