middle school academic coordinator & strategic lead.

Reporting Line: Head of School

This role combines Middle School academic leadership with whole-school strategic responsibility for teaching effectiveness and innovation. The position allocates approximately 70% of time to Middle School Academic Coordination and 30% to strategic leadership for teaching and learning across Preschool to Grade 12.

Key Responsibilities

Middle School Academic Coordinator & MYP Coordinator (70%)

• Lead the development, review, and implementation of the Middle School curriculum.
• Ensure effective unit planning and alignment with IB MYP requirements using ManageBac.
• Work collaboratively with PYP, High School, and National Curriculum leaders to ensure curriculum continuity.
• Support Heads of Department in curriculum planning and consistent teaching practices.
• Conduct classroom learning visits to support teacher development and quality assurance.
• Oversee assessment systems, data analysis, and student reporting for Grades 6-8.
• Monitor student academic performance and use data to inform improvement strategies.
• Lead parent engagement related to academic programmes and student progress.
• Coordinate all aspects of the IB Middle Years Programme, including compliance, documentation, and staff support.
• Provide induction, mentoring, and professional development for MYP teachers.

Strategic Lead for Teaching Effectiveness & Innovation (30%)

• Lead a whole-school strategy to improve teaching effectiveness and innovation.
• Establish and uphold standards for high-quality teaching and learning.
• Design and coordinate professional learning and coaching programmes.
• Promote inquiry-based, concept-based, and interdisciplinary learning.
• Research, pilot, and scale innovative teaching practices.
• Use data and classroom evidence to inform professional learning and leadership decisions.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, reflective practice, and continuous improvement.
• Support staff induction and ongoing professional growth.

Requirements

• Qualified Middle School teacher with IB MYP experience.
• Strong understanding of the IB MYP framework and effective pedagogy.
• Proven ability to lead curriculum development and professional learning.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and strategic planning skills.
• High level of written and spoken English.

Desirable

• International school experience.
• Additional language skills.