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IB DP Coordinator

Job Summary

The IB Diploma Program (IB-DP) coordinator is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of the DP curriculum. The IB-DP coordinator will also be responsible for a partial teaching load and serve as a member of the school’s academic leadership team, reporting directly to the Director.

Reports To: The Director

Key Areas of Responsibility:

Diploma administration

Carry out the necessary tasks outlined in the IBO’s list of coordinator’s responsibilities
including registration of students, payment of invoices, monitoring of deadlines, dispatch of necessary documentation and organization of the examination sessions
Ensure that the school and its students comply with all applicable IBO regulations and assist the senior leadership team in readying the school for IB authorization
Make copies of relevant IBO DP publications available to all faculty
Counsel students on appropriate subject selection
Support teachers and students in preparing for the Diploma examinations. Supervise and organize exams delivery
Train students and teachers in the exams procedures
Make provision for appropriate liaison and support upon the publication of results in July
Supervise the TOK and CAS programs.
Ensure that teachers get the information related to updates in the DP, and distribute the coordinator's notes

Curriculum

Participate fully in the development of the school's educational strategy, particularly as it
affects the program for grades 11 and 12
Participate in the Educational leadership team
Professional development
Ensure that faculty are made aware of IB workshop & conference opportunities
Identify professional development needs and opportunities on and off-campus
Keep a record of workshop attendance and school visits
Lead the orientation of new teachers into the DP

Resource management

Assist the senior leadership team in identifying resource needs
To develop, monitor and disburse a budget for IB related expenses, including examination materials, publications, and IB professional development; to work with the business office on the communication and collection of IB examination fees
Establish an inventory of resources to facilitate efficient management

Communication

Ensure effective communication and collaboration among all faculty members
Conduct parent information sessions
Publish articles pertaining to the Diploma in the school newsletter
Prepare and circulate an annual review of IB examination results
Circulate all relevant information received from the IBO
Prepare and submit documentation required for authorization and evaluation
Ensure that all requirements of the IBO concerning the program are met
Act as the liaison between the school and the IBO
Provide outreach to the wider IBDP community through OCC discussion forums, e-mail and school visits
Establish/maintain links with other IB Diploma schools in the region

Posted: September 2019

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Location	Yaounde, Cameroon
Start Date	August 2020
Eligible Candidates	Licensed Teacher
Student Level	High School
Number of Vacancies	1

Job Benefits

A tax-free salary, paid in U$ dollars
A fully furnished apartment provided
Annual airfare to/from the home of record
A cost of living monthly allowance paid in local currency
Settling in allowance, paid in local currency
Relocation allowance, at the beginning and end of the contract
Health and dental insurance
A generous yearly PD allowance
Matching retirement (starting at 5%)
French lesson allowance
Signing on bonus for contract extension

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates	Teaching Credential/License Other Certification
Education Required	Bachelor
Additional School Requirements
One of the following: Minimum of 2 years experience in the role of a DP Coordinator Minimum of 5 years experience in a Coordination/Head of Department role

About the School

The American School of YaoundÃ© (ASOY) is an independent English medium, non-profit, educational institution offering the PYP, MYP and DP International Baccalaureate programs from PK-3 through grade 12. Admission to ASOY is open on a non-discriminatory basis to all students, regardless of race, creed, color, gender, religion, national origin, ethnic background, or philosophy. The Guiding Statements have been updated and are in line with the values of ASOY. Our Vision states that: We empower students to excel, to embrace their individual passions, and become engaged, fulfilled global citizens who will positively impact society. Our Mission of Engage-Empower-Excel is a powerful statement of our commitment to students. Organization: The school is accredited by both the Council of International Schools (CIS) in Europe and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA). ASOY is an active member of the Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA) and the Association for the Advancement of International Education (AAIE). The school is governed by a 7-member school board elected by the Parent Association. ASOY is an IB World Continuum School authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) to offer the Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Years Program (MYP), Diploma Program (DP). Starting in 2019-20 school year, ASOY has started a Prek-3 French/English Bi-lingual program. Curriculum: The educational program at ASOY consists of an enriched curriculum, correlated with the U.S. Common Core, AERO, Next Generation Science Standards and the IB program philosophy. It is reflective of both the international character of the community and the environment of Cameroon. Instruction is in English and French is taught at all grade levels. Additional languages may be offered based on student interest and the availability of a qualified teacher. English Language Learners Program (ELL) support is available for students in grades 1 through 12 and a learning support program is offered for students with mild learning and/or other difficulties. Faculty: There are 40 full-time teachers and 3 interns including 15 U.S. citizens, 13 host-country nationals, and 15 third-country nationals. All full time staff members are fully certified and registered with their respective country’s educational department, with the majority trained and certified in the U.S. The school employs a full-time librarian and nurse. Facilities: The campus is located on a 3.5-acre site near the center of YaoundÃ© and consists of 25 classrooms, 1 computer lab, 2 science labs, a 16,000-volume multimedia library, a learning support center, an ELL support center, a college counselor, the Parrot’s Canteen, a multi-purpose room, and a courtyard for events and R&R. Sports facilities include 2 tennis courts, one multi use outdoor court, a covered basketball court, a swimming pool, a kiddie pool, a newly installed artificial turf soccer field, and 2 playgrounds for younger students. The school consists of 4 sections: the early childhood (PK3-kindergarten), elementary school (grades 1-5), middle school (grades 6-8), and high school (grades 9-12).