IB Coordinator

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking an International Baccalaureate Program Coordinator to support the Principal in implementing and monitoring the IB program. The role emphasizes instructional leadership, program coordination, and data-driven decision making within the district.

The coordinator will collaborate with school and central office staff to ensure curriculum alignment, monitor outcomes, and provide staff development throughout the year.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Advanced Professional Certificate preferred.
• Administration I certification preferred.
• Five years of successful teaching experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist the principal in defining and communicating the IB mission for the school.
• Provide instructional leadership with the principal for IB curriculum implementation.
• Coordinate the IB program with school and central office staff.
• Supervise the IB program and other school programs.
• Prepare curriculum documents, materials, and program evaluation for IB.
• Monitor student achievement and participation data.
• Use data to improve the program and design interventions.
• Support classroom teachers in curriculum, instruction, and management.
• Offer staff development throughout the year and summer.
• Counsel students and advise IB to Diploma Program placement.
• Plan and coordinate summer programs and events for students.
• Engage in professional activities for leadership development.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and community.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Skills

Leadership

Administration

Organization

Communication

Computer literacy

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Coordination

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree

Advanced Professional Certificate

Administration I certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Summary

The International Baccalaureate Program Coordinator is responsible for providing assistance to the Principal with implementing and monitoring the program. Additionally, the Coordinator will report directly to the principal of the school.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assisting the principal in defining and communicating the IB mission for the school;
• Providing instructional leadership, in concert with the principal, for the implement of the IB curriculum;
• Assisting in coordinating the IB program in conjunction with the appropriate school and central office staff;
• Assisting the principal in supervising the IB program, and other programs within the school;
• Working with central office personnel to assist in the preparation of curriculum documents, correlation of instructional materials documents, units of study and program evaluation for the IB program.
• Monitoring and assessing student achievement and participation outcomes with appropriate data collection and analysis.
• Using data to make recommendations for improving the program and designing and monitoring programs for intervention and support;
• Providing direct support to all classroom teachers in the area of curriculum, instruction, and classroom management;
• Providing staff development opportunities to teachers during the entire school year and summer;
• Assisting in counseling students and making recommendations for placement from IB to the Diploma Program;
• Planning, organizing and coordinating summer programs for students;
• Planning and implementing special events for students that will encourage, guide, and educate them on the different choices available in the areas of IB;
• Engaging in professional activities, which contribute to leadership development;
• Communicating effectively with students, staff and administrative and supervisory personnel, parents and community; and
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership and administrative competency;
• Ability to organize and prioritize the many aspects of the position;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
• Five years of successful teaching experience;
• Knowledge of the use of computers;
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills;
• Extensive knowledge and experience with Microsoft word, excel, and power point;
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex operations and activities in multiple settings;
• Effective human relations skills; and
• Evidence of effective leadership skills.

Education And/or Experience Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree required.

Certification

Advanced Professional Certificate; Administration I certification preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No direct supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

Primary Location

Southwest Side-4815 South Karlov Avenue (Richard Edwards School)

Position Type

Union Position