International à United States

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.
• 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 other relevant staff to align the 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.
• Collaborate with the organization of PD day, as well as the PD general activities.
• Create and implement an educational plan 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 inventory, 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 comply with the following responsibilities:

• 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 educational standards. Integrate innovative teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Differentiate instruction to address the diverse needs of students and ensure all learners reach their full potential. Collaborate with special education staff to support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Incorporate educational technology tools and resources to enhance the learning experience. Foster digital literacy skills and responsible technology use among students.
• Collaborate with colleagues, including grade-level teams and subject-area departments, to share best practices and promote a cohesive educational experience.
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay informed about the latest educational research, trends, and pedagogical approaches.
• Actively participate in or lead extracurricular activities, clubs, or committees that contribute to the overall school community.
• Engage in reflective practices to continually assess and improve teaching methods and classroom effectiveness.
• Adhere to school policies, procedures, and professional ethical standards.

Specific qualifications required for this role:

• Teaching Credential/License

Additional requirements for this role:

• Preparation of educational planning
• Knowledge in IB Program
• Advanced digital skills
• Advanced English
• Experience teaching in a Middle or High School
• Teaching certification in the relevant subject area.
• Experience as a curriculum coordinator, preferably in a secondary education setting.
• Effective Communication
• Team spirit
• Responsibility
• Proactive
• Problem solver
• Availability
• Customer service
• Organization
• Open to feedback
• Apostille Degree (For Visa)