International School of Beijing (ISB) is committed to providing outstanding programs that are both challenging and joyful. At ISB, we seek community members who are passionate about our mission.
We are an inspiring international community in Beijing where thinkers and leaders find their place in the world and serve others. So that learning is at its best, we build strong relationships and set high expectations together. We are committed to challenging and joyful learning with the freedom to explore.

AT ISB, WE BELONG
ISB is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all individuals 
feel they belong, are seen, valued, and heard. We embrace diversity as a source of strength and are enriched through our differences. We are committed to equitable treatment for all, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, background, identity, orientation, or ability.
ISB is committed to being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive school whereby all individuals belong and are seen, valued, and heard. In line with our strategic focus areas, we build strong peer relationships by fostering a safe and inclusive school community. Diversity is our strength, and we are enriched through our differences. We stand for equitable treatment regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, color, cultural background, identity, orientation, expression, age, level of ability, or status. We build a community empowered to address racism and inequities.
We seek employees who are committed to cultivating a sense of belonging, ensuring that everyone at ISB feels safe, respected, and treated fairly.

JOB GOAL / PURPOSE:

The Director of Learning at the International School of Beijing (ISB) leads the strategic implementation of the EY–12 curriculum, oversees professional learning to enhance teaching practices, and ensures high-impact student outcomes aligned with ISB’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities.

Reporting directly to the Head of School, the Director of Learning collaborates closely with divisional leaders and other directors. They lead the Office of Learning, which includes the Director of Student Support Services, Curriculum Coordinators, Educational Technology Coordinator, Instructional Coaches, Heads of Initiatives, and Librarians. This team ensures a unified and progressive vision for learning and teaching across the school.

The Director of Learning champions a culture of excellence, equity, and innovation, ensuring that all students—regardless of race, ability, religion, gender, or culture—receive a world-class education in a safe and supportive environment.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITES:

Instructional Leadership

• Hold instructional vision aligned to educational research and cognitive science.
• Develop, coordinate and lead ongoing professional development programs to support the school’s instructional vision.
• Lead Learning Leadership Team and Supervising Leaders Team to ensure consistent instructional vision and supervisor feedback.
• Lead and coordinate the implementation of a shared vision for the integration of design, AI, sustainability, DEI, Socio-Emotional Learning, AI and other technology in learning and teaching.
• Collaborate with Office of Learning, Head of School and divisional office teams to collect, analyze and respond to data on school’s instructional programs.
• Oversee ISB’s Instructional Coach program and supervise coaches.

Curriculum Development

• Oversee effective implementation and continuous evaluation and improvement of ISB’s curriculum via the curriculum review cycle.
• Communicate requirements and progress of the curriculum development process to the ISB faculty and administration.
• Ensure the provision of school-wide, curriculum-focused staff development that provides for superior performance in delivery of ISB’s curriculum.
• Supervise Curriculum Coordinators to ensure continuous improvement in ISB’s curriculum.
• Work with the divisional leaders, Head of School office and Director of Student Support Services to oversee the standardized testing and assessment data management and analysis of the entire school.

Student Support & Inclusion

• Oversee the Director of Student Support Services Learning to ensure strong provision of services for students with learning support, English as an Additional Language and Life-Centered Education (LCE) needs.
• Ensure that ISB’s systems work together in an MTSS framework to meet the needs of all learners.
• Support curriculum development and assessment that drives strong student outcomes for all learners.

Strategic Communications

• Ensure strong internal and external communications about ISB programs, processes, professional development, instruction and all-school initiatives.
• Contribute to ISB publications, web site and other forms of internal and external communications.

Leadership & Management

• Lead ISB’s accreditation processes and ensure alignment with international standards.
• Supervise the Head of Experiential and Service Learning and support the ESLO team.
• Manage the Office of Learning budget and resources effectively.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives and special projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERICENCE:

Education

1. Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field (Doctorate preferred).

Professional Expertise

• Deep knowledge of:
  • Curriculum frameworks (e.g., Understanding by Design, Curriculum Mapping)
  • Differentiated Instruction and Universal Design for Learning
  • Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
  • Cognitive science and current educational research
  • Standards-based curriculum, assessment, and data-driven instruction

Leadership Experience

• Proven success in:
  • Designing and leading impactful professional development
  • Applying research to improve teaching and learning
  • Leading curriculum implementation within a Professional Learning Community 
  • Supervising and developing educators and middle leaders
  • Using data to drive instructional improvement and student achievement
  • Managing complex budgets and strategic resources

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional facilitation and presentation skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• High intercultural competence and ability to lead across diverse teams
• Adaptability and responsiveness to dynamic educational environments

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