Diploma Programme Coordinator (50% FTE)

White Rock Christian Academy; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 63,000 - 113,000; Part time

Job summary

White Rock Christian Academy is seeking a passionate Diploma Programme (DP) Coordinator to join our Senior School team. This 50% FTE role from January to June 2027 offers potential for continuation and growth into 100% FTE, with opportunities for additional teaching responsibilities aligned with the school's needs.

The DP Coordinator will lead, coordinate, and align the programme with IB requirements while supporting teachers, students, and families within WRCA's Christian mission.

Qualifications

• Experience with the IB Diploma Programme or IB coordination would be an asset.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, teachers, and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and coordination for the IB Diploma Programme, including communication with the IB and ensuring programme requirements and deadlines are met.
• Support and collaborate with DP teachers, encouraging strong IB pedagogy, inquiry-based learning, assessment practices, and professional growth.
• Coordinate key elements of the DP Core, including the Extended Essay, CAS, and TOK, in collaboration with the appropriate staff.
• Oversee important assessment and examination processes, including internal assessments, predicted grades, IB submissions, and examination preparation.
• Support students and families with DP course selection, programme expectations, academic planning, and important deadlines.
• Maintain accurate programme documentation and communication through ManageBac and other IB systems.
• Collaborate with school leadership on the continued development of the DP, course offerings, staffing, and timetable planning.
• Work alongside the Biblical Foundations Coordinator to support the meaningful integration of a Biblical Christian worldview within the Diploma Programme.

Job description

Region: Metro Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
School/Organization: White Rock Christian Academy
Position: Diploma Programme Coordinator
Salary Range: $62,836 – $112,773 (based 1.0 FTE)
Date Posted: 16 Sep 2026
Closing Date: Until filled

White Rock Christian Academy (WRCA) is seeking a passionate and organized Diploma Programme (DP) Coordinator to join our Senior School team. This position is 50% FTE from January to June 2027, with the potential for the role to continue into the following school year. We are also open to discussing additional teaching responsibilities and course offerings with candidates whose teachable subjects align with our school’s needs, with the potential for this to become a 100% FTE position.

As an IB World School, WRCA is committed to providing a strong and engaging Diploma Programme that challenges students academically while supporting their growth as thoughtful, reflective, and globally minded learners. The DP Coordinator will provide leadership and coordination for the programme, working closely with school leadership, teachers, students, and families to ensure the programme is well organized, coherent, and aligned with IB requirements and WRCA’s Christian mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and coordination for the IB Diploma Programme, including communication with the IB and ensuring programme requirements and deadlines are met.
• Support and collaborate with DP teachers, encouraging strong IB pedagogy, inquiry-based learning, assessment practices, and professional growth.
• Coordinate key elements of the DP Core, including the Extended Essay, CAS, and TOK, in collaboration with the appropriate staff.
• Oversee important assessment and examination processes, including internal assessments, predicted grades, IB submissions, and examination preparation.
• Support students and families with DP course selection, programme expectations, academic planning, and important deadlines.
• Maintain accurate programme documentation and communication through ManageBac and other IB systems.
• Collaborate with school leadership on the continued development of the DP, course offerings, staffing, and timetable planning.
• Work alongside the Biblical Foundations Coordinator to support the meaningful integration of a Biblical Christian worldview within the Diploma Programme.

We are looking for someone who is organized, collaborative, relational, and passionate about excellent education. Previous experience with the IB Diploma Programme and/or IB coordination would be an asset. The ideal candidate will be excited to support both teachers and students and contribute to the continued growth and development of the DP at WRCA.

At WRCA, we are committed to inspiring and cultivating citizens of Godly character so they are able to transform their world for Christ. Our desire is for a leader who is confident collaborating within a team, passionate about learning, and excited about contributing their God-given talents to our school community.