Schoolwide Inclusion Coordinator
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Green Hills Academy
Kigali, RwandaJob Description
The Schoolwide Inclusion Coordinator provides visionary leadership in developing and sustaining an inclusive learning environment across Nursery, Primary, Middle, and High School. Guided by IB pedagogy, best practices, NEASC Learning Principles, and the school’s mission, the Coordinator ensures that all learners regardless of ability, background, or learning differences are supported in achieving their full potential.
The Coordinator oversees the strategic direction, coordination, and delivery of services to learners who require additional academic, cognitive, social, emotional, or behavioral enrichment and enhancement support, while building educator capacity and fostering a culture of inclusion throughout the school community. The Coordinator reports to the Head of School.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
● Develop, implement, and review a whole-school Inclusion and Learner Support Framework that is aligned with the IB philosophy and standards.
● Lead the design and implementation of inclusive practices that promote access, participation, and achievement for all learners.
● Collaborate with the Principals, Vice Principals, IB Programme Coordinators, and Educators to embed inclusive approaches into curriculum design, assessment, and pedagogy.
● Lead the Inclusion and Learner Support Department, providing direction, mentorship, and professional growth opportunities for all members of the Department.
Learner Support
● Oversee the identification, assessment, and documentation of learners requiring additional support or enrichment.
● Collaborate with the Admission Coordinator to ensure that all applicants with special needs are assessed and that GHA can meet their needs before admission.
● Conduct assessments, as needed.
● Ensure effective development, implementation, and review of Individual Learning Plans.
● Monitor the progress and well-being of learners receiving support, ensuring interventions are data-informed and evidence-based.
● Coordinate access arrangements for internal and IB assessments, ensuring compliance with IB Access and Inclusion Policy requirements.
● Work collaboratively with educators to help them identify learners who may need learning support.
● Assess or arrange assessment for learners identified as needing learning support.
● Provide a wide range of resources to assist educators in supporting learners.
● Coordinate learning support services for learners, including Reading Intervention, ELL, and Gifted and Talented.
● Communicate with parents as needed regarding the learning support services.
● Serve as the Learner Support Coordinator for a specific school section, if assigned.
Collaboration and Professional Development
● Build Educator and Assistant Educator capacity through professional development on differentiation, Universal Design for Learning, social-emotional learning, and more.
● Support Educators and Assistant Educators in adapting instruction and assessments to meet diverse learner needs.
● Foster collaboration among educators, counselors, learning support specialists, and external service providers.
● Serve as a liaison between families, educators, and outside professionals to ensure holistic and consistent support for learners.
Policy, Data, and Compliance
● Lead the development and periodic review of the Inclusion Policy and related procedures to meet IB and NEASC standards.
● Maintain accurate and confidential records of learner support, progress monitoring, and accommodations.
● Contribute to IB authorization, evaluation, and accreditation processes, ensuring inclusion-related documentation is up to date and comprehensive.
● Use school-wide data to identify trends, measure impact, and inform strategic planning for inclusion and learner support.
Qualifications
● Master’s degree in Education, Special Education, Educational Leadership, or related field
● Minimum of seven years of educational experience, including leadership in inclusion, learner support, or learner services
● Deep understanding of inclusive education practices and frameworks
● Qualification to conduct psycho-educational assessments is preferred
● Strong knowledge of IB philosophy, access and inclusion guidelines, and differentiation strategies across the IB continuum
● Demonstrated success in managing multidisciplinary teams and working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
● Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive, and the post-holder may be required to undertake other duties. Any such duties should, however, not substantially change the nature of the Coordinator’s responsibilities.
Job Requirements
About Green Hills Academy
KG 278 St, Kigali, RW
Green Hills Academy is an International Baccalaureate World School located in Rwanda, serving more than 2,200 learners from over 60 countries. Established in 1997 with 130 learners, GHA has grown steadily over the years. Green Hills Academy is authorized by the International Baccalaureate (IB) organization to offer the Primary Years Programme for learners in Nursery 1 to Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme for learners in Grades 6 to 10, the Diploma and Career-related Programmes for learners in Grades 11 and 12. Our school is also the only school in Rwanda with Label France Education accreditation, helping learners pursue further education and careers in Francophone countries. IB World Schools shares a common philosophy and commitment to providing a high-quality, challenging, international education that prepares learners for further study in university and fulfilling lives.
We develop our learners into principled, lifelong learners and internationally-minded global citizens who contribute to creating a more peaceful and sustainable World.
Green Hills Academy offers two options for learners from Nursery through Middle School. Parents can choose the English track, where students study all content areas in English, and French and Kinyarwanda as additional languages. Alternatively, parents can choose our bilingual French/English or 50/50 program in which learners spend approximately half their time learning in English and the other half in French.
Situated within a lush 26-acre campus in the heart of Kigali, Green Hills Academy's facilities include spacious classrooms, a gymnasium, pool, music, and band room, dining hall, soccer field, and boarding houses for learners in Grades 7 to 12.
Located in Rwanda, our school offers more than just a quality education. With its safety, thriving organic food culture, and pleasant climate, Rwanda is the ideal country for a well-rounded educational journey.
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Schoolwide Inclusion Coordinator
Job Description
The Schoolwide Inclusion Coordinator provides visionary leadership in developing and sustaining an inclusive learning environment across Nursery, Primary, Middle, and High School. Guided by IB pedagogy, best practices, NEASC Learning Principles, and the school’s mission, the Coordinator ensures that all learners regardless of ability, background, or learning differences are supported in achieving their full potential.
The Coordinator oversees the strategic direction, coordination, and delivery of services to learners who require additional academic, cognitive, social, emotional, or behavioral enrichment and enhancement support, while building educator capacity and fostering a culture of inclusion throughout the school community. The Coordinator reports to the Head of School.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
● Develop, implement, and review a whole-school Inclusion and Learner Support Framework that is aligned with the IB philosophy and standards.
● Lead the design and implementation of inclusive practices that promote access, participation, and achievement for all learners.
● Collaborate with the Principals, Vice Principals, IB Programme Coordinators, and Educators to embed inclusive approaches into curriculum design, assessment, and pedagogy.
● Lead the Inclusion and Learner Support Department, providing direction, mentorship, and professional growth opportunities for all members of the Department.
Learner Support
● Oversee the identification, assessment, and documentation of learners requiring additional support or enrichment.
● Collaborate with the Admission Coordinator to ensure that all applicants with special needs are assessed and that GHA can meet their needs before admission.
● Conduct assessments, as needed.
● Ensure effective development, implementation, and review of Individual Learning Plans.
● Monitor the progress and well-being of learners receiving support, ensuring interventions are data-informed and evidence-based.
● Coordinate access arrangements for internal and IB assessments, ensuring compliance with IB Access and Inclusion Policy requirements.
● Work collaboratively with educators to help them identify learners who may need learning support.
● Assess or arrange assessment for learners identified as needing learning support.
● Provide a wide range of resources to assist educators in supporting learners.
● Coordinate learning support services for learners, including Reading Intervention, ELL, and Gifted and Talented.
● Communicate with parents as needed regarding the learning support services.
● Serve as the Learner Support Coordinator for a specific school section, if assigned.
Collaboration and Professional Development
● Build Educator and Assistant Educator capacity through professional development on differentiation, Universal Design for Learning, social-emotional learning, and more.
● Support Educators and Assistant Educators in adapting instruction and assessments to meet diverse learner needs.
● Foster collaboration among educators, counselors, learning support specialists, and external service providers.
● Serve as a liaison between families, educators, and outside professionals to ensure holistic and consistent support for learners.
Policy, Data, and Compliance
● Lead the development and periodic review of the Inclusion Policy and related procedures to meet IB and NEASC standards.
● Maintain accurate and confidential records of learner support, progress monitoring, and accommodations.
● Contribute to IB authorization, evaluation, and accreditation processes, ensuring inclusion-related documentation is up to date and comprehensive.
● Use school-wide data to identify trends, measure impact, and inform strategic planning for inclusion and learner support.
Qualifications
● Master’s degree in Education, Special Education, Educational Leadership, or related field
● Minimum of seven years of educational experience, including leadership in inclusion, learner support, or learner services
● Deep understanding of inclusive education practices and frameworks
● Qualification to conduct psycho-educational assessments is preferred
● Strong knowledge of IB philosophy, access and inclusion guidelines, and differentiation strategies across the IB continuum
● Demonstrated success in managing multidisciplinary teams and working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
● Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive, and the post-holder may be required to undertake other duties. Any such duties should, however, not substantially change the nature of the Coordinator’s responsibilities.
Job Requirements
Our Commitment
Please note that Teach Away provides information on behalf of schools and cannot accept liability for information provided or policies schools may adopt. Be sure to verify all details that apply to you, and check for the latest visa and work permit requirements. For any questions regarding job postings, please contact the school directly.
Teach Away believes in diversity and inclusivity, and that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and be considered fairly and equally for employment. We ensure all schools we work with adhere to our pledge to promote inclusivity and diversity in education and recruitment practices.
About Green Hills Academy
KG 278 St, Kigali, RW
Green Hills Academy is an International Baccalaureate World School located in Rwanda, serving more than 2,200 learners from over 60 countries. Established in 1997 with 130 learners, GHA has grown steadily over the years. Green Hills Academy is authorized by the International Baccalaureate (IB) organization to offer the Primary Years Programme for learners in Nursery 1 to Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme for learners in Grades 6 to 10, the Diploma and Career-related Programmes for learners in Grades 11 and 12. Our school is also the only school in Rwanda with Label France Education accreditation, helping learners pursue further education and careers in Francophone countries. IB World Schools shares a common philosophy and commitment to providing a high-quality, challenging, international education that prepares learners for further study in university and fulfilling lives.
We develop our learners into principled, lifelong learners and internationally-minded global citizens who contribute to creating a more peaceful and sustainable World.
Green Hills Academy offers two options for learners from Nursery through Middle School. Parents can choose the English track, where students study all content areas in English, and French and Kinyarwanda as additional languages. Alternatively, parents can choose our bilingual French/English or 50/50 program in which learners spend approximately half their time learning in English and the other half in French.
Situated within a lush 26-acre campus in the heart of Kigali, Green Hills Academy's facilities include spacious classrooms, a gymnasium, pool, music, and band room, dining hall, soccer field, and boarding houses for learners in Grades 7 to 12.
Located in Rwanda, our school offers more than just a quality education. With its safety, thriving organic food culture, and pleasant climate, Rwanda is the ideal country for a well-rounded educational journey.