Secondary Learning Support Director (Middle School) - Shanghai, China - August 2026
- Country:
- China
- Region:
- School -North and East Asia
- Curriculum:
- Bilingual, Other, United Kingdom
- Level:
- Secondary/ Middle(12-15)
- Start Date:
- 01 August 2026
- Initial Contract Length:
- 2 year, renewable
- Curriculum Experience Required:
- Strongly prefer it
- Director of Learning Support
- August 2026 start
- Shanghai, China
- Competitive Salary, Comprehensive International medical insurance (except US), Pension Contribution, Housing Allowance, Flight Allowance, Relocation Allowance
The Director of Learning Support provides strategic leadership and coordination for all aspects of special educational needs (SEN) within the middle school. This role ensures that students with diverse learning needs receive high-quality, individualized support to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The Director of Learning Support works closely with the Deputy Principal (Academics), teachers, parents, and external specialists to ensure compliance with legal requirements and alignment with the school’s inclusive education vision. PLEASE ASK EDVECTUS FOR THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION.
Candidates should have the following education, skills and experience:
1. Degree in Education or subject-related field.
2. Qualified teacher status with experience in SEN or inclusive education.
3. Experience working in a middle school or international/bilingual school environment preferred.
4. Experience leading SEN initiatives across multiple departments.
5. Experience leading a team of teachers and/or assistants.
6. Proven experience building proactive and positive relationships with parents.
7. Teachers’ qualification Certificate.
8. Strong knowledge of SEN frameworks, interventions, and adaptation strategies.
9. Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
10. Collaborative and developmental approach when working with colleagues and staff.
The school delivers the enhanced version of the Shanghai Curriculum combined with international curricula, ensuring a strong basis in both Chinese and English, as well as the development of a broad set of skills. The school brings together the best elements of Eastern and Western cultures and is known for their Chinese language and cultural programmes and co-Teacher/co-Principal structure.
With a lively expat community and bars, restaurants, night-life, shopping and culture to rival any large cosmopolitan city, Shanghai truly does offer something for everyone!
Please speak with your Edvectus consultant today about this amazing opportunity.
- August 2026 start
- Shanghai, China
- Competitive Salary, Comprehensive International medical insurance (except US), Pension Contribution, Housing Allowance, Flight Allowance, Relocation Allowance
The Director of Learning Support provides strategic leadership and coordination for all aspects of special educational needs (SEN) within the middle school. This role ensures that students with diverse learning needs receive high-quality, individualized support to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The Director of Learning Support works closely with the Deputy Principal (Academics), teachers, parents, and external specialists to ensure compliance with legal requirements and alignment with the school’s inclusive education vision. PLEASE ASK EDVECTUS FOR THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION.
Candidates should have the following education, skills and experience:
1. Degree in Education or subject-related field.
2. Qualified teacher status with experience in SEN or inclusive education.
3. Experience working in a middle school or international/bilingual school environment preferred.
4. Experience leading SEN initiatives across multiple departments.
5. Experience leading a team of teachers and/or assistants.
6. Proven experience building proactive and positive relationships with parents.
7. Teachers’ qualification Certificate.
8. Strong knowledge of SEN frameworks, interventions, and adaptation strategies.
9. Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
10. Collaborative and developmental approach when working with colleagues and staff.
The school delivers the enhanced version of the Shanghai Curriculum combined with international curricula, ensuring a strong basis in both Chinese and English, as well as the development of a broad set of skills. The school brings together the best elements of Eastern and Western cultures and is known for their Chinese language and cultural programmes and co-Teacher/co-Principal structure.
With a lively expat community and bars, restaurants, night-life, shopping and culture to rival any large cosmopolitan city, Shanghai truly does offer something for everyone!
Please speak with your Edvectus consultant today about this amazing opportunity.
- Number Of Students:
- 1500 across 3 campuses
- Regional Info:
- Shanghai is an international metropolis that is thriving and growing. Situated on the Yangtze River, it serves as the most influential economic, financial, international trade, cultural, science and technology center in East China. This is a modernised city and its multicultural flair attracts expatriates from far and wide enjoying the blend of cultures, the modern and the traditional , and the western and the eastern. Western customs and Chinese traditions intertwined and formed Shanghai's culture making it an excellent place to live and work.
- Tax Rate:
- Taxes typically 16-25%
- Benefits:
- Flights - allowance, Housing- allowance, Medical or Health insurance, Tuition - free for dependants
- Suited To:
- Climate -moderate
- Minimum Years Experience:
- 5.0
- Curriculum Experience Required:
- Strongly prefer it
- Will Accept Newly Qualified Teachers:
- N
- Visa Restriction:
- 2 years post qualification teaching exp requd, Younger than 60