Chris Green

Chris brings more than 30 years of experience in international education to her role as an Educational Consultant with Search Associates. An accomplished educator, school leader and consultant, she has dedicated her career to helping schools build outstanding learning communities while supporting teachers to thrive in diverse international settings. With a particular passion for intercultural competency and global education, Chris offers candidates a wealth of practical knowledge gained from decades of leadership across multiple continents.

Throughout her career, Chris has worked in a wide range of international schools, from small start-up schools with fewer than 100 students to well-established schools serving more than 2,000 learners. Her experience spans both proprietary and not-for-profit schools, giving her a broad understanding of the many different models of international education. A teacher of economics, social studies and English language acquisition, she has also held numerous middle and senior leadership positions, including Principal, Interim Head of School and Executive Board Chair.

Chris has lived, taught and led held leadership positions in schools in Australia, Kuwait, Sudan, Cambodia, China, Mozambique, Jamaica and Thailand. Her leadership appointments have included Principal roles at the International School of Beijing and at the American International School of Kingston in Jamaica, Interim Head of School at the Aga Khan Academy Maputo in Mozambique, and middle leadership roles at Khartoum American School in Sudan. These experiences have provided her with a deep appreciation of the opportunities and challenges that come with living and working internationally.

In addition to her school leadership roles, Chris has worked as an educational consultant, supporting schools through accreditation and authorisation processes and facilitating professional learning in intercultural competency, global citizenship and competency-based assessment. Her work has focused on helping schools strengthen teaching and learning while fostering inclusive, internationally minded communities.

Having recruited teachers throughout her leadership career, Chris understands what schools are looking for and what makes candidates stand out. She brings the unique perspective of both an experienced recruiter and international educator, providing thoughtful guidance to teachers as they navigate the international recruitment process. Her extensive leadership experience, commitment to educational excellence and passion for developing globally minded educators make her an invaluable member of the Search Associates team.