Primary Curriculum Coordinator

Responsibilities:

Curriculum Development:

·        Re- design and develop comprehensive, cohesive, and age-appropriate curricula for all primary school subjects, ensuring alignment with educational standards and learning objectives.

·        Ensures that unit plans on Toddle are written and updated according to school policy

Alignment with Standards:

·        Ensure that the curriculum meets with school standards, guidelines, and objectives for each subject across different grade levels.

Resource Selection:

·        Identify and select appropriate resources, teaching materials, digital resources, and supplementary tools to support the implemented curriculum.

·        Manage and maintain resource materials. 

Teacher Support:

·        Provide guidance, training, and support to teachers for effective implementation of the curriculum, including lesson planning and instructional strategies for diverse learning needs.

·        Ensure that observed classroom practice follows the unit and weekly plans.

·        Provide support for the teaching in Primary through the delivery of professional development under the supervision of the Deputy Director for Curriculum and Instruction and Primary Principal

Assessment and Evaluation:

·        Develop assessment methods and tools to evaluate student progress and curriculum effectiveness, adjusting as needed based on assessment outcomes.

·        Monitor assessment components of the curriculum to ensure that they correspond to school philosophy 

Continuous Improvement:

·        Regularly review and update the curriculum to reflect best practices, educational trends, and advancements in pedagogy and subject-specific knowledge.

·        Monitor classroom practices to ensure it meets the adopted curricular frameworks

Collaboration:

·        Foster collaboration among teaching staff, subject planners, grade leaders and school leadership to ensure consistency and coherence in the curriculum across subjects and grades.

·        Work with Primary teachers to ensure that instructional planning, assessment and pedagogical practice is consistent with I.A.A. policy and maintain supporting documents as needed 

Parent and Community Engagement:

·        Communicate with parents and involve the community in understanding and supporting the curriculum’s goals and objectives.

·        Conduct parent information sessions as directed by the Deputy Director for Curriculum and Instruction and Primary Principal

Data Analysis:

·        Analyze educational data, including student performance metrics, to make data-driven decisions regarding curriculum enhancements or modifications.

Compliance and Documentation:

·        Ensure compliance with educational regulations, maintain accurate records, and document curriculum changes and developments for reporting purposes.

Differentiated Instruction:

·        Encourage and support teachers in employing diverse instructional strategies to accommodate varying learning styles, abilities, and needs of students within the curriculum framework.

·        Support and guide teacher in using the Universal Design for Learning guidelines and Promote an inclusive approach to learning and teaching 

Inquiry-Based Learning:

·        Promote the integration of inquiry-based learning approaches within the curriculum, fostering students’ critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a deeper understanding of subjects.

Technology Integration:

·        Advocate for the integration of technology into teaching practices, ensuring that teachers effectively leverage digital tools to enhance learning experiences within the curriculum.

·        Collaborate with Educational technology Coordinator and IT department to ensure appropriate integration of content and technology.

Experiential Learning Opportunities:

·        Facilitate the inclusion of hands-on, experiential learning opportunities or projects within the curriculum to engage students actively and reinforce conceptual understanding across subjects.

·        Encourage an interdisciplinary approach to learning focusing on STEM/STEAM 

Leading Innovation

·        Identify emerging trends and stay abreast of educational research, pedagogical advancements, and emerging trends in curriculum design and educational technology.

·        Encourage experimentation and piloting by creating an environment that encourages teachers to experiment with new teaching methodologies, tools, or interdisciplinary approaches within the curriculum.

Administrative responsibilities

·        Oversee the compilation of documentation coverage of the curriculum and material for external authorizations

·        Schedule and develop agendas for planning meetings with Primary teachers under the supervision of Primary Principal. Ensure that agendas and minutes are shared with teachers, and the primary principal

·        Meet weekly with the Deputy Director for Curriculum and Instruction to discuss development of programmes and related issues

Qualifications, Experience & Competencies:

·        Appropriate educational degree from a recognized university

·        Teaching certification /Teaching experience

·        Recognized training in the curriculum programmes on offer at IAA

·        Minimum 5 years experience in a leadership role

·        Keep up to date with current educational research and trends in education

·        Be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people and cultures

·        Demonstrate good time management skills with the ability to be punctual and flexible

·        Be able to keep organized and detailed records

·        Maintain a high level of proficiency with technology