Thai Director - Berkeley International School
Berkeley International School · Bangkok and its Vicinity
- Location
- Bangkok and its Vicinity
- Salary
- Depend on qualifications and experience
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Work Type
- Onsite
- Education
- Bachelor's Degree or Higher
- Posted
- 02/05/2026
Responsibilities
Position Summary
The Thai Director provides strategic and operational leadership in ensuring the school’s full compliance with Thai laws, regulations, and cultural expectations. This role bridges the international leadership of the school with local governmental and community stakeholders, fostering strong partnerships that support the school’s mission, vision, and educational standards.
Key Responsibilities
Governance & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with the Thai Ministry of Education (MOE) regulations, including school licensing, teacher permits, and reporting requirements.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation required by Thai government agencies.
- Provide legal and cultural guidance to the Board and Head of School on policies and decisions that have implications under Thai law.
- Monitor compliance with Thai labor, immigration, and tax regulations applicable to all employees.
- Ensure that child protection and student safeguarding policies meet or exceed Thai and international standards and ensure compliance with the relevant Cognita Safeguarding; Child Protection Policy and Procedures at all times.
- Provide an annual school self assessment report to MOE.
Government & Community Relations
- Act as the official liaison between the school and the MOE, local district offices, immigration, labor, and other relevant agencies.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local community leaders, government officials, and Thai parents.
- Represent the school in official ceremonies, educational forums, and community events.
- Ensure that the school maintains a positive reputation in the Thai community.
- Translate transcripts of graduating students into Thai.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Collaborate closely with the Head of School on strategic planning, policy development, and major operational decisions.
- Advise on local customs and cultural considerations to support harmonious staff, parent, and community relations.
- Assist in conflict resolution and issue management involving Thai staff or regulatory authorities.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to Thai administrative and support staff.
- Oversee the syllabus of Thai Culture and supervise and lead the teachers in the Thai Language Department.
- Evaluations of Thai Teachers, TAs and Nannies.
- Cover Thai class at times when a substitute is needed.
Human Resources & Staffing
- Ensure with the Visa + Work Permit Officer that Thai employees meet legal requirements for professional licenses.
- Oversee recruitment and onboarding of Thai academic staff to align with local labor laws and cultural norms.
- Support fair and transparent HR practices in accordance with Thai labor law and school policies.
- Facilitate professional development opportunities for Thai staff that align with the school’s mission.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Public Administration, Law, or a related field (required).
- Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or related field (preferred).
Experience
- Minimum 5–10 years of leadership experience in education, government, or business operations in Thailand.
- Experience in an international school setting.
- Demonstrated success in liaising with Thai government agencies.
Skills and Attributes
- Bilingual in Thai and English with excellent communication skills.
- Strong understanding of Thai education law, labor and immigration regulations.
- Culturally astute, diplomatic, and collaborative leadership style.
- High ethical standards and integrity.
- Strong problem-solving and relationship-building skills.
Performance Indicators
- Compliance with all Thai legal and regulatory requirements.
- Positive, effective relationships with Thai authorities and the local community.
- Timely resolution of compliance, legal, or community-related issues.
- Constructive collaboration with the Head of School and Board of Directors.
Candidate who is interested in this position, Please send CV to mathira@berkeley.ac.th
Benefits
- Extra holidays during April, October, and December
- Provident Fund
- 5-day work week
- Social security
- Health insurance
- Annual trip or party
About Berkeley International School
Established in 2010, fully WASC accredited in 2014, and with its first graduating class in 2017, Berkeley International School is an American college-preparatory school offering a high-quality educational program from pre-K through grade 12.
We welcome families of all nationalities, and, to be truly international, we maintain a broad and balanced mix of students. More than 50% of our students come from Europe, North America and the southern hemisphere. We have thirty-five+ nationalities represented in our student body.
Our beautiful campus offers science, dance, and music rooms, 25 & 50 meter swimming pools, full size grass soccer fields, an air conditioned gym with raised maple flooring, fitness room and a 300 seat theater. The school provides a full snack and lunch program offering healthy and nutritious food options from both Thai and international cuisines.
Berkeley International School is a boutique international setting that offers a spectrum of learning opportunities typically found in much larger schools. We offer kindergarten for students aged two to five, elementary school for grades one to five, middle school for grades six to eight, and high school for grades nine through twelve.
At Berkeley, we follow a rigorous American curriculum with an international focus. Students at Berkeley will work with, and learn from, an amazing international community of classmates and teachers. Community is the operative word at Berkeley International School, as our small size provides a tightly knit fabric between the students, staff, and parents that call Berkeley their educational home.
Our community believes in the innate capabilities of our children and that students should be challenged to find their passion in all areas - academic, athletic, artistic, social and service. Creating opportunities for children to explore these avenues is our goal, and as you will see on the website - our students’ diverse talents are testimony to the realization of this goal.
This well-rounded, real world education is grounded in 21st century learning skills that business leaders, educators, and parents have cited as being pivotal for the next generation. Our charge is to ensure that our students have a strong academic foundation, but are global leaders, who recognize their unique role in society and the power they have to positively affect the world around them.
123 Debaratana Road, Bangna Nuea, Bangna, Bangkok, Thailand, 10260
0-2747-4788