school director

The employer is looking for a:

IB Academic Coordinator, Head of Program Development and Educational Transformation (reported profession)

Tasks:

• coordinate and develop International Baccalaureate programs (PYP, MYP and DP) ensuring full compliance with IB standards and practices
• lead IB authorization, evaluation, and accreditation processes, including documentation preparation, evidence collection, and management of relationships with IB evaluation teams
• supervise the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the Diploma Programme, with particular attention to CAS, Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay
• lead the training, coaching, and professional development of teachers, including teachers with limited or no IB experience
• design and conduct professional workshops for school staff
• develop, review, and implement school and IB policies, including:

assessment Policy
inclusion Policy
admissions Policy
academic Integrity Policy

• promote school improvement initiatives based on data and international best practices
• coordinate and monitor digital platforms for learning, assessment, and program management
• lead educational innovation processes and digital transformation at the institutional level
• collaborate with the Management in the strategic development of the school and in the achievement of institutional objectives

Essential requirements:

• proven experience in coordinating one or more International Baccalaureate programs
• documented experience in managing IB authorization, evaluation, or accreditation processes
• in-depth knowledge of IB standards and practices
• experience in professional training and coaching of teaching staff
• demonstrated ability to develop school systems, operating procedures, and organizational improvement processes
• experience in drafting and reviewing school policies and institutional documentation
• high competence in using digital educational platforms and learning management systems
• ability to lead complex organizational changes and school improvement initiatives
• fluent English, written and spoken

Will constitute a preferential title:

• Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) certification
• experience in the strategic implementation of digital platforms such as Century Tech, Toddle, Kognity, Unifrog and Microsoft 365
• experience in conducting official workshops or professional training for IB teachers
• completion of official IB workshops in the areas of PYP, MYP or DP
• experience in starting or developing IB programs from scratch
• experience in managing school improvement initiatives with measurable results
• experience in multiple IB programs (PYP, MYP and DP)

Distinctive skills sought:

• IB academic leadership
• international accreditation and evaluation experience
• teacher training and coaching
• development of school policies and educational governance
• implementation of IB programs
• educational innovation and digital transformation
• organizational change management
• professional staff development
• supervision of institutional compliance and quality

Employment details:

• work location Lugano
• 100% employment
• employment from immediately, permanent contract
• salary to be agreed upon