Company Description APU American International Schools is a group of independent, coeducational university preparatory day schools with three campuses and boarding facilities in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and Da Nang City. The schools use English as the main language of instruction and follow an American curriculum model that includes Advanced Placement courses, a College Bridge Program, blended learning, and advanced college concurrent enrollment options. Vietnamese students also complete required Vietnamese courses aligned with national standards and have access to English language support programs at early stages. APU offers AP college credit and English language development programs that prepare learners for global higher education opportunities. The faculty are predominantly American, complemented by educators from around the world, and the schools provide a rich student experience through clubs, organizations, and community service activities in the region.

Role Description The Principal is a full-time, on-site leadership role based at the Da Nang campus. This position oversees the academic program, daily school operations, and campus culture to ensure high-quality teaching and learning aligned with APU’s American curriculum and college preparatory mission. The Principal provides instructional leadership for faculty, facilitates professional development, and supports the integration of AP, College Bridge, and concurrent enrollment programs. Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing student discipline and wellbeing, coordinating with administrative teams on admissions and parent communication, and ensuring compliance with local education regulations and school policies. The Principal also represents the school in the community, fosters a safe and inclusive learning environment, and promotes extracurricular and service-learning programs that enhance student engagement.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience in K–12 or international school settings, including responsibility for academic programs, staff supervision, and school operations.
• Strong instructional leadership skills, with the ability to support curriculum development, assessment practices, and teacher professional growth, preferably within an American or AP-based curriculum.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with students, families, faculty, and community stakeholders in a multicultural environment.
• Proven ability to create and maintain an inclusive, student-centered school climate that supports wellbeing, engagement, and high academic expectations.
• Experience with college preparatory programming, AP courses, or dual/concurrent enrollment, and familiarity with blended or innovative learning models.
• Master’s degree or higher in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field; relevant administrative certification or licensure is highly beneficial.
• Prior international experience or work in cross-cultural settings; understanding of or openness to learning about Vietnamese education requirements and local context.
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills, including experience with school improvement planning, data-informed practices, and compliance with regulatory standards.