International Baccalaureate) job description in a school typically outlines the responsibilities of individuals involved in the implementation and management of the IB programs such as the IB Diploma Programme (DP) Middle Years Programme (MYP) or Primary Years Programme (PYP). These roles can include Coordinators teachers and other support staff each with specific duties related to curriculum assessment student support and communication within the IB framework.
Heres a breakdown of common roles and their responsibilities:
1. IB Coordinator (e.g. DP Coordinator MYP Coordinator PYP Coordinator):
Academic Leadership:
Providing pedagogical leadership ensuring high-quality teaching and learning within the IB program and promoting the IB ethos.
Program Management:
Overseeing the implementation of the IB program including planning scheduling and ensuring compliance with IB regulations.
Curriculum Development:
Working with teachers to develop and review curriculum assessment materials and unit plans.
Student Support:
Addressing student learning needs monitoring progress and ensuring students meet program requirements.
Assessment and Examinations:
Managing internal and external assessments ensuring timely submission of work and organizing examination procedures.
Communication and Liaison:
Communicating with teachers students parents and the IB organization as well as disseminating information and publications.
Professional Development:
Supporting teachers professional development and ensuring they are well-trained in IB practices.
Quality Assurance:
Ensuring the quality and consistency of teaching and learning within the IB program.
2. IB Teacher:
Classroom Instruction:
Delivering engaging lessons differentiating instruction to meet diverse needs and fostering student-centered learning.
Curriculum Implementation:
Implementing the IB curriculum developing unit plans and using appropriate resources.
Assessment and Feedback:
Assessing student work providing constructive feedback and monitoring progress.
Pastoral Support:
Providing pastoral care to students acting as a point of contact between home and school and fostering a positive learning environment.
Collaboration:
Working with other teachers participating in departmental tasks and contributing to curriculum development.
3. Other Support Staff:
Assistant IB Coordinator: Supporting the IB Coordinator in various tasks including administrative duties communication and student support.
Service-Learning Coordinator: Coordinating service-learning activities within the IB program.
Personal and Professional Skills Coordinator: Supporting students in developing personal and professional skills.
Language Development Coordinator: Supporting students in developing their language skills.
4. Key Responsibilities related to IB:
Academic Integrity: Ensuring students understand and uphold academic integrity standards.
IB Regulations: Familiarizing themselves with and adhering to IB regulations and guidelines.
IB Publications: Keeping up-to-date with IB publications and resources.
Communication with the IB: Maintaining communication with the IB organization regarding program implementation assessments and other relevant matters.
Promoting the IB: Contributing to the promotion of the IB program both within and outside the school.
Developing a careful and creative program suitable for preschool children. Employing a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach children. Observing each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem