Vice Principal (IB PYP background)

FyndBridge Consultants & Advisors; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

FyndBridge Consultants & Advisors in Hyderabad is seeking an experienced Vice Principal with strong IB PYP expertise to lead the school’s learning programs and ensure alignment with IB standards.

The ideal candidate will drive inquiry-based learning, curriculum development, pedagogy, and assessment, while mentoring teachers and coordinating with leaders, parents and students to deliver an internationally minded education.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in Education or a relevant discipline.
• Substantial IB PYP teaching experience.
• Experience as IB PYP Coordinator or academic leadership preferred.
• Strong understanding of IB philosophy, inquiry-based learning, transdisciplinary teaching and assessment practices.
• Experience in curriculum design, teacher mentoring and academic programme management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Passion for progressive education and meaningful learning experiences for young learners.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and development of the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP).
• Align curriculum, teaching practices and assessments with IB standards.
• Mentor teachers in inquiry-based learning and pedagogy.
• Coordinate cross-grade curriculum planning and ensure consistency in teaching and learning.
• Drive development and implementation of transdisciplinary units of inquiry.
• Monitor student outcomes and reporting practices.
• Foster reflective practice, professional development, and continuous improvement among faculty.
• Coordinate with leadership, teachers, parents, and stakeholders to strengthen programme delivery.
• Oversee IB documentation, programme evaluation, authorisation and evaluation processes.
• Champion the development of internationally minded, independent and lifelong learners.

Skills

IB PYP experience

Leadership

Curriculum design

Mentoring

Assessment practices

Stakeholder management

Inquiry-based learning

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Education

Job description

An established school in Hyderabad is looking to appoint an experienced and dynamic Vice Principal with strong IB PYP experience.

The ideal candidate will be an accomplished IB educator with a strong understanding of inquiry-based learning, curriculum development, pedagogical practices and academic leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, implementation and continuous development of the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP).
• Ensure alignment of the school's curriculum, teaching practices and assessment strategies with IB philosophy and standards.
• Mentor, guide and support teachers in implementing inquiry-based and concept-driven learning approaches.
• Facilitate collaborative curriculum planning and promote consistency in teaching and learning across grade levels.
• Drive the development and implementation of transdisciplinary units of inquiry.
• Monitor student learning outcomes and ensure effective assessment and reporting practices.
• Build a culture of reflective practice, professional development and continuous improvement among faculty.
• Coordinate with school leadership, teachers, parents and other stakeholders to strengthen programme delivery.
• Oversee IB documentation, programme evaluation, authorisation and evaluation processes.
• Champion the development of internationally minded, independent and lifelong learners.

Desired Candidate Profile

• A postgraduate qualification in Education or a relevant discipline.
• Substantial teaching experience in the IB Primary Years Programme.
• Prior experience in an IB PYP Coordinator or equivalent academic leadership role will be preferred.
• Strong understanding of IB philosophy, inquiry-based learning, transdisciplinary teaching and assessment practices.
• Experience in curriculum design, teacher mentoring and academic programme management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• A passion for progressive education and creating meaningful learning experiences for young learners.