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ACADEMIC HEAD/PYP CO-ORDINATOR

 

Guidelines for Applicants

 

The successful applicant will join the RY SMT and will be responsible for developing, co-ordinating, supporting and monitoring teaching and learning within the Preschool and Primary sections of the school with a specific focus upon IBO programmes and administration.  The successful candidate will work closely with subject coordinators and all members of the Rey Yupanqui Senior Management Team as well as the cross-site Director of Studies.  They will also liaise with other IBO coordinators at the Insurgentes site.

 

Major responsibilities

 

  • Assist Co-ordinators in ensuring that planning is consistent with curricular themes and objectives.
  • Assist teachers and subject coordinators in the revision or adaptation of programmes.
  • Ensure programmes are regularly reviewed and updated and that both British and Mexican programmes are covered adequately.
  • Provide assistance and support to teachers at weekly meetings and planning sessions.
  • Provide clear guidance and leadership in the interpretation of School philosophy and policy.
  • Provide guidance and support to co-ordinators in all aspects of teacher/pupil evaluation.
  • Support staff to ensure all requirements of the IBO, concerning the implementation of the programme, are adhered to.
  • Observe teachers to verify inquiry based teaching approaches are taking place.
  • Prepare & submit documents required by IBO.
  • Co-ordinate IBO training and visits.

 

Key functions

 

  • Supply information & reports as requested by Head.
  • Attend & report to academic committee.
  • Facilitate communication among all staff members.
  • Circulate information from IBO to relevant staff.
  • Promote use of OCC amongst staff.
  • Provide a liaison between IBO and Lancaster.
  • Produce written information for parents (booklets, newsletters, circular).
  • Publish whole school’s programme of inquiry.
  • Plan & lead in-school training days in conjunction with the School’s Director of Studies.
  • Make recommendations for training courses and attendees.
  • Attend & guide planning/reflection sessions.
  • Provide induction for new staff.
  • Work with co-ordinators to develop scope and sequence documents.
  • Liaise with specialists to promote their role in PYP.
  • Complete orders for purchase of materials and books to support implementation of the programme.
  • Provide profile, skills & attitudes displays for classrooms.
  • Supervise daily discipline problems
  • Provide guidance and support to the development of RY library services

 

Goals

 

The successful candidate will be expected to achieve the following by the end of their first year in the job:

 

  • To have consolidated all aspects of PYP programme organisation and implementation based upon any recommendations arising from the IBO authorization visit.
  • To ensure that all staff have received appropriate PYP training or that this training has been planned.
  • To have all Scope and Sequence documents complete and up to date including the Whole School language policy.
  • To have all aspects of the PYP in place and fully operational. (Assessment procedures, portfolios, etc)
  • To have gained the confidence and respect of staff, students and parents.  

 

Person profile

 

The successful candidate will have as many as possible of the following qualities:

 

Professional knowledge, competencies and experience

  • knowledge and understanding of the school’s educational philosophy
  • knowledge and understanding of curriculum integration (local and international programmes and systems)
  • awareness and experience of second language learner difficulties
  • experience across the pre-school and primary age ranges
  • good classroom management
  • success in dealing with student difficulties
  • a proactive approach to development and change
  • a high level of communicative competence in both English and Spanish
  • proven leadership skills and the capacity to develop managerial skills and qualities
  • passion and commitment to the implementation and development of the PYP
  • confidence and competence in leading in-service training

 

Intra and interpersonal skills

  • patience
  • tenacity
  • flexibility
  • organisation
  • ability to solve problems
  • ability to listen
  • mediation
  • conflict resolution
  • capacity to inspire and motivate

 

Behaviours and values

  • fairness
  • honesty
  • enthusiasm
  • empathy
  • caring
  • team spirit
  • consistency in dealing with students, parents and teachers
  • a clear vision
  • willingness to work beyond the call of duty

 

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