IB PYP Coordinator - Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Teacher Pool; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative culture

IB network access

Regional leadership exposure

Job summary

Teacher Pool is seeking an experienced IB PYP Coordinator to lead implementation across grade levels and mentor teachers in inquiry-based, concept-driven instruction. You will facilitate collaborative planning, moderation cycles, and unit reviews to strengthen curriculum integrity and rigor.

The role involves delivering professional development on ATL and learner profiles, overseeing assessment alignment with IB rubrics, and coordinating with IB regional office and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Must have IB PYP authorization experience or be an active candidate.
• IB PYP Certificate or equivalent professional credential is required.
• Proficiency with IB curriculum frameworks including planning, assessment, and ATL.
• Experience mentoring teachers on inquiry-based and concept-driven instruction.
• Strong knowledge of IB learner profile and approaches to learning (ATL).
• Proven ability to lead PLCs and collaborative planning across schools.

Responsibilities

• Lead PYP implementation across grades, aligned with IB philosophy and assessment frameworks.
• Coach teachers on inquiry-based, concept-driven instruction and planning.
• Facilitate planning sessions, moderation cycles, and unit reviews to ensure curriculum integrity.
• Deliver PD workshops on IB ATL and learner profile attributes.
• Oversee assessment systems (formative, summative, exhibition) aligned with IB rubrics.
• Serve as IB liaison, managing documentation and communications with IB offices.

Skills

IB PYP authorization experience

IB PYP Certificate

IB curriculum frameworks

Mentoring teachers

IB learner profile & ATL

PLC leadership & planning

Education

IB PYP Certificate or equivalent

Tools

ManageBac

Job description

About the Opportunity

A dynamic education innovator in the K-12 international curriculum space, we empower schools across India to deliver immersive, inquiry-led learning through the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP). Our coordinators design and lead curriculum implementation, mentor teachers, and elevate student outcomes through collaborative, standards-aligned pedagogy. We work with forward-thinking institutions to build future-ready classrooms grounded in the IB learner profile.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead PYP implementation across grade levels, ensuring alignment with IB philosophy, scope & sequence, and assessment frameworks.
• Coach and mentor homeroom and specialist teachers on inquiry-based pedagogy, concept-driven planning, and transdisciplinary learning.
• Facilitate collaborative planning sessions, moderation cycles, and unit review processes to maintain curriculum integrity and rigor.
• Design and deliver professional development workshops focused on IB Approaches to Teaching and Learning (ATL) and learner profile attributes.
• Oversee student assessment systemsformative, summative, and exhibitionensuring validity, reliability, and alignment with IB rubrics.
• Act as the schools IB liaison, managing documentation, audits, and communication with the IB Regional Office and internal stakeholders.

Skills & Qualifications

Must-Have

• IB PYP authorization experience or active candidacy status
• IB PYP Certificate or equivalent professional development credential
• Proficiency in IB curriculum frameworks (planning, assessment, ATL)
• Experience mentoring teachers on inquiry-based and concept-driven instruction
• Strong knowledge of IB learner profile and approaches to learning (ATL)
• Experience leading professional learning communities (PLCs) and collaborative planning

Preferred

• Experience with IB curriculum mapping tools (e.g., ManageBac)
• Facilitation experience with IB workshops or regional events
• Background in international schools or multi-cultural educational settings

Benefits & Culture Highlights

• Collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on student-centered learning
• Opportunity to shape PYP culture across schools in dynamic educational markets
• Professional growth through IB network access and regional leadership exposure .