25-26 IB PYP Coordinator

Position Type:

Administration

Date Posted:

2/20/2025

Location:

Longview Independent School District

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PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provides coordination, coaching and support to classroom teachers to ensure the continuous development and effective implementation of the IB framework appropriate to grade level and subject assignment among assigned teachers. Evaluate and provide feedback on the performance of assigned classroom teachers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification: Master's degree from accredited college or universityMid-management certification or principal certification issued by Texas Education AgencyCertified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) AppraiserSpecial Knowledge/Skills:

?Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation

?Ability to interpret data and evaluate instruction programs and teachingeffectiveness

?Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners

?Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Three years teaching experience in grade level assigned

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Staff Development

1.Work collaboratively with assigned classroom teachers to establish realistic andmeasurable objectives related to both the teacher's individual professional developmentand student learning

2.Support the continuous professional growth and improvement of teacher instructional skillsthrough coaching and collaborative problem solving

3.Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and coaching to classroom teachersto facilitate improvement and innovation; demonstrate teaching strategies with students inclassroom

4.Evaluate teacher effectiveness in accordance with established district programs

5.Plan and provide appropriate staff development for teachers, administrators, and staff

Instructional and Program Management

6.Work with teachers to analyze and interpret student data and use findings to develop andapply instructional strategies

7.Develop curricular or behavioral support materials as needed

8.Disseminate information regarding current research and significant developments on thestate and national levels in area assigned

International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (PYP)

9.Coordinates the Primary Years Program for campus assigned and provides instructionalleadership to the faculty and staff

10.Collaborates with the District IB Director, school administrators, partner schools and otheroffices on an ongoing basis

11.Leads the PYP faculty in the development and annual updating of the PYP units of inquiryfor the eight subject groups

12.Develops, communicates and monitors an action plan, aligned to IB Standards andPractices, that promotes program growth and supports the vision of the school and schooldistrict

13.Provides leadership to the school community; regularly keeps faculty and administrationinformed on IB matters related to the IB Primary Years Program and all new/revised IBPrimary Years Program publications

14.Facilitates outcome based collaborative planning, professional development and meetingsfor teachers to develop teacher capacity

15.Facilitates transdisciplinary curricular connections and assists with teacher collaboration inwriting inter/transdisciplinary PYP units

16.Models effective, research-based instructional strategies and promotes a collaborativeculture reflective of an IB school

17.Provides regular verbal and written feedback to teachers regarding program implementationfor purposes of growth and improvement

18.Makes connections with IB schools in the local and global community; seeks opportunitiesto promote international mindedness and to foster collaborative projects and service

19.Monitors the academic progress and well-being of students in the program; facilitatessupport services when appropriate; serves as mentor for students and conferences withparents

20.Gathers data and maintains accurate records including PYP units with supporting materials,student work samples, and work portfolios for students in the program

21.Sets and monitors goals to improve magnet student retention rates and successfulcompletion of community and personal project; keeps evidence of monitoring and sharesdata analysis with IB Office and school leadership

22.Supports the Exhibition component of the PYP, keeping faculty, administration, parents andstudents aware of their significance

23.Represents the elementary school and the IB Program appropriately and professionally inall communications and meetings

24.Promotes program awareness and provides student support through parent meetings andinformation sessions during and outside the instructional day

25.Recruits new students to the program through information sessions and marketingmaterials and is responsible for managing the student application process for the school

26.Adheres to all IB regulations and procedures; administers and meets all regulations for theIB PYP evaluations and assessments

27.Remains current in knowledge of IB instructional and programmatic developments andcurrent education practices

28.Attends trainings as necessary as well as TIBS coordinator meetings

29.Support the implementation of the IB continuum and the PYP, MYP, and DP coordinators

30.Makes the arrangements with the district coordinator for IB Americas recognized training forteachers and school-based administrators and supports them through the process

Other

31.Compile, maintain and file all reports, records, and other documents required

32.Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations

33.Adhere to the district's safety policies and procedures

34.Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business

35.Must be able to perform the essential functions of walking and interacting with studentsand/or district employees in the specific work site assigned (classroom or office setting)

36.Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance

37.Other duties as assigned

Attachment(s):

• IB PYP Coordinator.pdf