IBMYP Coordinator 40% Release

PERSON PROFILE:

You are an experienced Middle Years Programme Coordinator/educator with experience of teaching within the IB MYP, a strong background in concept and inquiry-based teaching and learning and MYP assessment strategies.

You are a dynamic teacher-leader with experience of enabling students and teachers to achieve their potential. You demonstrate experience, enthusiasm and a passion for teaching and teacher training, to inspire our students with a love of learning and to lead our teachers in the development of IB pedagogical teaching methodologies. You are a team player who can work within a small but busy school, collaborating with teachers to support the development of a rigorous inquiry-based curriculum with strong assessment practices and a culture of lifelong learning.

Ideally you:

• are a member of the IB Educators Network as a workshop leader, examiner and/or school evaluation team member;
• have strong understanding of MYP e assessment, CAT 4 testing and data tracking to improve challenge and progress desirable;

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supporting a positive school community by implementing IS Siena’s Positive Behaviour Policy and PSHE programme.
• Leading MYP teaching and learning for Grades 7-11, embedding IB and Inspired best practices and meeting IB Standards and Practices.
• Ensuring the social and emotional wellbeing of Grades 7-11 students, including pastoral support and Team around the Child assistance.
• Coordinating and supporting student preparation for e-assessments and portfolios.
• Supporting the implementation of the Community Project, Personal Project, and Service as Action within the MYP.
• Organising residential field trips for each grade level to enhance ATL skills and curriculum links and providing alternative programmes for those unable to attend.
• Collaborating with the librarian, EAL, and LS teams to provide teacher training and student support, including identifying students needing challenge and extension.
• Working closely with PYP and DP Coordinators and Middle Leadership to ensure a well-planned vertical curriculum supporting academic excellence from KG-13.
• Liaising with PYP and DP Coordinators and the admissions department to facilitate smooth student transitions between programmes and schools.
• Contributing to school development by actively participating in staff professional development.
• Offering an extracurricular activity that complements or extends current offerings and co-leading the Secondary School student council.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.