BASIS International School Bangkok is seeking qualified candidates for a Head of Aquatics for the upcoming school year!
About The Role
The Head of Aquatics plays a key role in creating and managing a comprehensive swim program for the whole school, including the swim team, extra-curricular activities (ECA's), and swim curriculum. The primary outcomes include safe practice in all activities, social and physical development of children, emotional and mental wellbeing of children in and around the swimming pool.
Our swimming program is growing and developing competitive program, with strong participation across all grades. With outstanding facilities to support our students and coaches success, we are well prepared for continued growth and competition achievements.
This position reports directly to the Athletics Director. There are five direct reports underneath the Head of Aquatics (two lifeguards, two coaches, and one early years swim instructor).
About BASIS International School Bangkok
BASIS International School Bangkok opened in the fall of 2019, and first BASIS International Schools campus outside of China. Teachers and students enjoy state-of-the-art facilities including spacious classrooms, a black-box theater, swimming pool, traditional Thai house, and beautiful campus green space.
Our aquatics facilities include an indoor 25-metre, 8-lane swimming pool with a chlorine and saltwater system, a separate Learn to Swim pool supporting beginner swimmers, changing rooms and showers directly connected to the pool, and impact-absorbing, safety-focused poolside flooring. Our facilities are designed to support curriculum swimming, as well as competitive training across all age groups.
This campus offers the opportunity to embrace the rich culture and history of Thailand while teaching with an internationally renowned school network. Our school celebrates Thai traditions such as Wai Kru, Songkran, and more with grand events that bring teachers into the heart of Thai culture. It truly is an experience like no other.
Why Choose BASIS International Schools
BASIS International Schools is a rapidly growing network of schools in China and Thailand known for academic excellence and innovation. Since our first school opened in Shenzhen in 2015, BASIS International & Bilingual Schools has expanded across southeast Asia, with campuses in Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Huizhou, Nanjing, Chengdu, and Wuhan, China and Bangkok, Thailand. In 2024, we proudly launched three new schools in Shenzhen, including our first Early Childhood Education campuses, and will continue our growth with two new schools in 2026: BASIS Bilingual School Beijing and BASIS Bilingual School Guangzhou.
Our students consistently gain admission to prestigious universities worldwide, such as Harvard, Princeton, Oxford, MIT, and Cornell, with nearly 100% of graduates accepted into Top 50 U.S. universities and other similarly rated universities in the UK, Canada, and Hong Kong.
Main Job Responsibilities:
- Manage the swim program for the whole school including swim team, ECAs, and swim curriculum
- Supervise and manage lifeguards and aquatics instructors
- Support the organization with the development of our Sports Program.
- Supporting the P.E Department to develop the concept of excellence in all aspects of its operations
- The planning and delivery of excellent lessons focused on aquatics and swimming
- Supporting the development of the P.E curriculum in collaboration with the school's management and other members of the P.E. Department to ensure development, evaluation and revision of the academic curriculum, ensuring continual improvement
- Supporting colleagues with the specialist skills of the job holder
- Monitoring the performance of students and ensuring that assessment and reporting procedures are followed in accordance with school policy
- Participating in the formulation of school sports teams, duly coaching and managing as directed
- Supporting the ethos of healthy living throughout the school's population
- Be mindful of the equipment used in school, checking to ensure it is fit for purpose and the spaces used for Aquatics and P.E. are safe
- Required to work weekends as needed (Saturdays and some Sundays)
Work Experience
Who We're Looking For
- Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in your subject area (Elementary and Early Education degrees are also highly valued for Pre-K through Grade 5).
- Experience: At least two years as the lead teacher in a classroom, a requirement for obtaining a working visa.
- Collaboration: A team player eager to share and learn from colleagues from around the world.
- High Standards: A commitment to maintaining and enhancing the rigor of international education.
- STA Level 2 or equivalent
Benefits
What We Offer
At BASIS International Schools, We Believe In Investing In Our Teachers. Our Benefits Package Is Competitive, And We Offer Unparalleled Support To Our Expatriate Staff:
- Competitive Salary: Reflective of your education and experience.
- Global Health Coverage: Coverage for employee.
- Housing: Provided furnished accommodation or a housing allowance.
- Travel Benefits: Paid travel to and from Thailand at the start and end of your contract.
- Relocation Support: Moving allowance and assistance with visa, work permit and residence permit arrangements.
- Free School Meals: Say goodbye to meal planning—enjoy delicious, complimentary breakfast and lunch on campus.
- Full BASIS Tuition Waiver: Enroll up to two school-aged children per teacher, or up to three children per teaching couple, with free tuition.
- Savings Potential: Maximize your earnings with our comprehensive benefits package, low cost of living, and competitive salary—allowing you to save significantly while living and working in Thailand.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career advancement within our growing global network.
We're committed to ensuring a smooth transition so you can focus on what you do best—teaching and building an outstanding aquatics program.
