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H-FARM S.p.A PYP Coordinator in Vicenza, Italy
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?
(Northern Italy) for an August 26th, 2024 start date.
We are looking for a coordinator 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.
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