PYP Coordinator

Become an educator within the largest innovation hub in Europe! Join our brilliant teaching team and discover how lovely working can be:     

• Innovative approaches to learning.     
• Tech-driven methodologies.     
•  Beautiful Campus located in Northern Italy (Vicenza)    
• Professional and friendly team.     
• Join our Ministry of Magical education and Research and the Ministry of Fun.

What are we looking for? 

• We have a PYP coordination and 30% teaching role (Primary School) in Vicenza (Northern Italy) for an August 25th, 2022 start date. 
• We are looking for a coordinator (with a teaching role) with a strong inquiry approach and creative use of new technologies to support learning.

Specific Coordinator Responsibilities (main ones) 

• To liaise with the IBO as an official IB PYP member school. 
• To coordinate all PYP activities and promote the curriculum of the PYP. 
• To be a member of the Pedagogical Leadership Team in the school and to play a significant part in formulating, implementing and reviewing the long-term and short-term school plans and school policies. 
• To attend Coordination and Developmental Team (CDT) Meetings with the other school’s Coordinators. 
• To build positive links between PYP and MYP and DP so that there is a coherent practice, developing the IB Continuum, in collaboration with the Heads of Programme, offering advice and support to the staff on planning and implementing programmes of study. 
• To liaise with their Heads of Programme in the preparation of the school year timetable, lesson timetable, and in the organization of timetabled curriculum planning meetings; 
• To attend regional workshops that have been organised by the IBO, and encourage colleagues to attend regional IB PYP/MYP/DP relevant workshops. 
• To collaborate with their Head to ensure all teachers have a solid understanding of current curricula and/or guidelines. 
• To create a teacher’s professional development plan in collaboration with the Head of Programme and the Head of School. 
• To liaise with the IBO in arranging workshops for the PYP/MYP/DP teachers; to enroll teachers to the IB workshop and to inform the Secretary Office about the courses so that it can book flights and hotels. 
• To collaborate with the Heads of Programme on implementing pedagogical initiatives. 
• To plan, organize and lead, with the Head of Programme, the weekly meetings with the teaching staff. 
• To oversee curriculum review and facilitate curriculum development around the themes of internationalism, holistic awareness, communication and cultural understanding. 
• To coordinate the Heads of Department ensuring coherent development of those subject areas within the programme and across programmes. 
• To promote a positive and professional learning culture. 
• To collaborate with teachers in planning and practice to better support their understanding of the curriculum.
  

Qualifications    

• At least a bachelor’s degree and teacher qualification (from an accredited, state-approved programme).     
• Right to work in Italy (EU passport or valid Italian work VISA).     
• Immaculate police check(s).

Contract Duration    

• 12-month contract, with possibility for extension.

Experience    

• 3-5 years of recent and relevant PYP Coordinator experience in a comparable school environment or similar leading role.
• Relevant teaching experience preferably in an IB school.      
• IB examiners will have priority.     
• Specialist skills & knowledge      
• Proven ability to plan and deliver innovative inquiry-based lessons that engage students and address their diverse learning needs;     
• Demonstrated ability to use digital tools and resources effectively to enhance learning;     
• Planning and organisational skills like Michael Burnham (Start Trek) and leadership skills like Aragon (Lord of the Rings)  
• Fluent C2 level English: reading, speaking, writing (Common European Framework of Reference - CEFR).

Personal qualities and desired attitudes 

• In addition to relevant qualifications, experience, and skills, we’re looking for teachers who are:      
• Passionate about their subject areas and able to engender the same enthusiasm in students.    
• Self-aware, open to feedback and learning and caring and compassionate with others.    
• Committed to diversity and inclusiveness.     
• Positive and develop respectful relationships with colleagues and students.     
• Dependable in all areas of the role, take responsibility, reliable and follow through on commitments.    
• Flexible and adapt to new environments and culture.    
• Contributes to and supports life at H-FARM International School through involvement in  school activities and events and participation in our thriving school community. 

How to apply: 

Please send your application and include:      

• An introduction letter explaining why you are interested in this role (in English).      
• Your current CV (in English).      
• Contact details of 3 recent and relevant referees (eg: Line manager, School Principal). 
•  Please, note that incomplete applications will not be processed.