International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program Coordinator (Instructional Coach)

At Alpine Elementary, our school community works collaboratively to provide a challenging, inquiry-based education that encourages students to be internationally-minded, lifelong learners who positively impact our world. Alpine Elementary is proud to offer the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB-PYP). The IB-PYP program uses student interest to study topics of global and local significance. Through the PYP program at Alpine Elementary School, children:

• Develop an understanding of important concepts
• Conduct research and develop knowledge that has local and global significance
• Acquire and practice a range of essential skills
• Are encouraged to develop positive attitudes towards learning, the environment, and other people
• Have the opportunity for involvement in responsible action

About the role

We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive IB Primary Years Program (PYP) Coordinator to lead the ongoing development, implementation, and evaluation of our PYP framework. As a key pedagogical leader within the school, the PYP Coordinator ensures the program remains aligned with the IB philosophy, supports student agency, and fosters inquiry-based, concept-driven learning and a culture of international-mindedness aligned with Alpine's mission and goals.

This is a leadership position with dedicated release time and resources. The successful candidate will be empowered to shape a thriving PYP learning environment that reflects both IB values and the unique identity of our school.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in IB PYP teaching and coordination roles (preferred)
• Completion of recent IB PYP professional development (preferred)
• Deep understanding of inquiry-based learning and the PYP framework (preferred)
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to inspire and support a diverse team of educators
• Commitment to the IB Learner Profile and international-mindedness

Schedule

FTE: 0.5
Hours per Day: 3.5
Days per Year: 186

Benefits

St. Vrain Valley Schools values the health and well-being of its employees and offers:

• PERA (Pension)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance and Optional Life Insurance
• Health Insurance (choice of medical plans)
• Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Short-term Disability

Substitute, seasonal, extra duty, and temporary positions are eligible for PERA (Pension) and the District Employee Assistance Program (EAP).