Academic Coordinator (IB MYP or DP Experience, Bilingual)

Teach Away Inc.; Tuxtla Gutiérrez; Presencial; MXN 200,000 - 400,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Una organización educativa internacional busca educador(a) experimentado(a) para liderar el currículo de secundaria en Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas. Se requiere experiencia en el programa IB y habilidades avanzadas en lengua española e inglés. El candidato ideal deberá tener habilidades para trabajar en equipo y conocimientos en planificación educativa.

Formación

• Experiencia en educación secundaria.
• Experiencia como coordinador de currículo, preferiblemente en educación secundaria.
• Disponibilidad de horario.

Responsabilidades

• Liderar el desarrollo e implementación del currículo de la Escuela Superior.
• Colaborar con docentes para alinear metas académicas.
• Ofrecer formación y desarrollo profesional a los docentes.

Conocimientos

Conocimientos en IB Program

Habilidades digitales avanzadas

Inglés avanzado

Comunicación efectiva

Trabajo en equipo

Resolución de problemas

Educación

Teaching Credential/License

Descripción del empleo

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator with at least two years of IB (International Baccalaureate) experience to demonstrate leadership and in-depth knowledge at ASFC. Advanced Spanish language skills are required.

General Objective Of The Position:

• Play a central role in leading the development, implementation, and improvement of the academic programming for grades 6-12.
• This requires careful planning, coordination, and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure and assist in the application process to become an MYP school. Integrate these programs into our educational offerings.
• Lead and organize the implementation of the School Program to obtain IB Certification for MYP if appropriate within the designated section.

Daily:

• Collaborate with teachers and relevant staff to align academic goals with the school's overall educational objectives.
• Stay informed about educational trends, research, and best practices.
• Provide ongoing support for teachers to implement curriculum changes effectively.

Weekly:

• Review unit and lesson plans, providing constructive feedback to teachers.
• Conduct class observations, offering feedback to enhance instructional practices.
• Preview new instructional materials and coordinate pilot programs with teachers.

Monthly:

• Lead the creation, review, update, and implementation of the Upper School curriculum.
• Ensure alignment with national and international standards and best educational practices.
• Lead teacher training sessions to foster professional growth.
• Develop a comprehensive plan for the successful integration of the MYP framework into the designated section.
• Study and evaluate new instructional techniques, recommending their implementation when appropriate.
• Coordinate professional development days and activities, including evaluations.
• Create and implement educational plans tailored to meet the needs of Upper School students.
• Gather and analyze data to inform instructional decisions and school improvement initiatives.

Annual:

• Compile final grades, write year-end comments, conduct classroom inventories, and organize student portfolios.
• Reflect on the academic year, plan for summer professional development, and facilitate teacher-led and student-led conferences.
• Provide reports and presentations on curriculum outcomes to school administrators and stakeholders.

Event:

• Attend after-hours school events, engage in professional development, and participate in social service initiatives.
• Supervise extracurricular activities, plan parent engagement activities, and collaborate with external organizations.
• Participate in civil protection exercises and activities.
• Attend conferences, workshops, and seminars to stay connected with other academic coordinators.
• Build a professional network for sharing ideas, resources, and experiences.

The person who holds the position must:

• Lead the creation, review, update, and implementation of the Upper School curriculum.
• Ensure alignment with national and international standards and best educational practices.
• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with the middle/high school curriculum and standards, incorporating innovative teaching methods.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs, collaborating with special education staff for students with IEPs.
• Incorporate educational technology tools to enhance learning and foster digital literacy.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to promote a cohesive educational experience.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with educational research and trends.
• Actively participate in or lead extracurricular activities and school committees.
• Engage in reflective practices to continually improve teaching effectiveness.
• Adhere to school policies, procedures, and ethical standards.

Specific qualifications required:

• Teaching Credential/License

Additional requirements:

• Educational planning experience / Elaboración de planeación educativa
• Knowledge of IB Program / Conocimiento en IB Program
• Advanced digital skills / Habilidades digitales avanzadas
• Advanced English proficiency / Inglés avanzado
• Experience teaching in secondary education / experiencia en secundaria o bachillerato
• Teaching certification in relevant subject area
• Experience as a curriculum coordinator, preferably in secondary education
• Effective communication / Comunicación efectiva
• Teamwork / Trabajo en equipo
• Responsibility / Responsabilidad
• Proactivity / Proactividad
• Problem-solving skills / Resolución de problemas
• Availability / Disponibilidad de horario
• Customer service skills / Atención a cliente interno y externo
• Organization and cleanliness / Organización y limpieza
• Open to feedback / Abierto a la retroalimentación
• Apostille degree (for visa requirements)