YK Pao School is seeking an exceptional High School Principal to lead its senior division at a defining moment in the school’s evolution. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of one of China’s leading bilingual schools and to drive the most significant curriculum change in over a decade.

Founded in 2007, YK Pao School has established a distinctive reputation for blending the best of Chinese and international education. With three campuses in Shanghai, the school offers a coherent, values-driven education that develops globally minded, bilingual students with a strong sense of character and purpose.

With the launch of a new strategic plan in 2025, the school is entering an exciting new phase in its development. The new High School Principal will play a critical role in delivering this as the school transitions from IGCSEs to a bold new model: a bespoke Foundation Year followed by the IB Diploma Programme. This shift represents a unique opportunity to embed a forward-looking curriculum that reflects the school’s identity and aspirations, while setting new standards for excellence in teaching and learning.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear and compelling vision for educational excellence, underpinned by a strong record of instructional leadership. They will possess highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, and the capacity to engage effectively with students, inspire and support teachers, and build strong relationships across the school community.

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