Coordinator: International Baccalaureate PYP (School Based)

This posting creates a pool of candidates for future positions that may become available.

About the Role

Serves as the school-based International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program Coordinator, providing school, community, and system leadership. Works directly with the District IB Office, content area offices, and school administration to support implementation and the instructional goals of an IB World School. This is a full-time, non-teaching position requiring flexible scheduling to accommodate participation in Magnet program and community events outside of regular school hours.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all aspects of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Program for the assigned school, provides instructional leadership to faculty and staff, and collaborates with the IB Program Coordinator, school administrators, local and global IB World schools, and other offices on an ongoing basis.
• Monitors and observes the implementation of the school improvement plan and makes recommendations.
• Conducts classroom visits and teacher observations.
• Develops, communicates, and monitors an action plan aligned to IB Standards and Practices that promotes program growth and student success, supporting the vision of the school and school district.
• Provides leadership to the school community; regularly keeps faculty and administration informed on IB matters related to the IB Diploma Programs and all new/revised IB Primary Years Program (PYP) publications.
• Facilitates outcome-based collaborative planning, professional development, and meetings for teachers to develop teacher capacity; provides regular verbal and written feedback to teachers regarding program implementation for growth and improvement.
• Sets and monitors goals, academic progress, and well-being of students in the program; promotes program awareness, facilitates support services, and contracts when appropriate; serves as a mentor for students and provides student support through parent meetings/conferences, school and community information sessions during and outside the instructional day.
• Collects and maintains data, student records, and portfolios; shares data analysis and provides quarterly written reports.
• Supports multiple exhibitions and initiatives, including informing faculty, administration, parents, and students of their significance.
• Recruits new students to the program through school visits, information sessions, and marketing materials; responsible for the student application process for the school.
• Manages the budget for the assigned school and prepares annual budget reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.
• Trains employees, directs their work, maintains production/sales records, and provides feedback to assist supervisors in assessing employee performance.
• Plans work, instructs employees in specific techniques and technical methods, and performs the same type of work as the employees they lead.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university (required). Master’s Degree preferred.
• Three (3) years of successful classroom teaching experience, preferably in an International Baccalaureate designated school.
• Hold or be eligible for a professional educator certificate/license issued by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) (preferred).
• Hold or be eligible for a Driver’s License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or the state of legal residence (required).
• Daily access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including outside normal business hours.
• 10% day travel within the county to visit schools.

Skills

• Knowledge of school organization, goals, and objectives with an emphasis on curriculum design and instruction.
• Ability to model effective, research-based instructional strategies and promote a collaborative culture reflective of an IB school.
• Ability and willingness to work independently and lead a team in program design, implementation, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of current trends and research in the field of specialization.
• Demonstrated ability to speak and write effectively.
• Excellent personnel management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive collaborative relationships with community and school partners.
• Computer skills, including the ability to use technology to design and deliver training modules and incorporate instructional technology tools.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Proficiency with business technology applications (e.g., video/web conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint).

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Standing: under 1/3 of the time
• Walking: under 1/3 of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Driving: under 1/3 of the time
• Work environment: Primarily office, school, or similar indoor environment (over 2/3 of the time).
• Noise level: Moderate (between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time).
• No special vision requirements.
• No lifting or carrying requirements.