INSTRUCTIONAL COACH/SERVICE LEARNING COORDINATOR (Tentative)INSTRUCTIONAL COACH/SERVICE LEARNING COORDINATOR (Tentative)CAMPUS: Johannesburg Campus
SUPERVISOR: Director of T&L
START DATE: 27 July 2025
POSTING DATE: 02 December 2024
CLOSING DATE: 15 January 2025
Inspire Learning to Build Our Better World. At the American International School of Johannesburg (AISJ), we are committed to providing an exceptional education that empowers global citizens to fulfill their future purpose. Our vision is to inspire learning to build a better world. We seek a dedicated and passionate professional who aligns with our commitment to excellence and believes in the transformative power of education. Every team member is crucial in creating a supportive and nurturing learning environment. At AISJ, we value every employee as a learner and expect them to embody and support the AISJ Portrait of Learner (Resilience, Mindful, Thinker, Globally Connected, Curious, Contributor) through their work. We are dedicated to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within our school community.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Instructional Coach/Service-Learning Coordinator plays a vital role in enhancing teaching excellence and fostering meaningful community engagement across our diverse international school community. This dynamic position combines instructional leadership with service-learning expertise, supporting teachers in developing innovative pedagogical approaches while designing and implementing impactful service initiatives that connect our students with local and global communities. The ideal candidate will collaborate with faculty to enhance classroom instruction through research-based coaching practices, while also cultivating partnerships with community organizations and guiding students in meaningful service projects that align with our curriculum and globally connected philosophy. This role requires someone who can seamlessly integrate academic rigor with experiential learning opportunities, ensuring that our service initiatives deepen student learning while making a positive impact on our host community and beyond.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Masters degree and relevant teaching certification with a minimum of 5 years classroom experienceLeadership experience as a team leader, coordinator, coach, or similar role in an international schoolOutstanding interpersonal skills including adaptability, flexibility, and acceptance of a level of ambiguityExperience with effective student-centered instructional and assessment practicesExtensive experience with curriculum developmentExperience in inquiry/concept-based learning and the ability to support its developmentExperience in presenting and leading workshops on best practices to a diverse audienceUnderstanding of and experience with supporting a wide range of learner needsRecent and relevant professional developmentPERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES Coach, support, and mentor effective teaching and learning practices with all teachersCoach and support teachers in the development of appropriate and authentic service-learning activities that support differentiated and integrated approachesIn collaboration with the Leadership Team, divisional representatives,andotherteachers, promote and support a strong service-learning leadership and ethos throughout the school to enable students of all abilities, needs, and cultural backgrounds to progressAssist with the development of curriculum and curricular materialsSupport teachers in planning mechanisms to articulate differentiated,integrated, and authentic assessment practicesrelated to service learningAssist in the development and implementation of professional learning activities that support the school's strategic direction for service learningOther instructional-related tasks as needed by the organizationAll community members are expected to be committed to the AISJ Community Principles.We are better when we act together.Our differences make us stronger.Every team needs individuals. Every individual needs a team.Work Hours: Monday – Friday 192 school days per year plus occasional evening/weekend presentations or support as needed.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, please complete the electronic form [Click here ] . Information captured will be securely stored and
used for a reference check on the candidate's compatibility. AISJ reserves the right to appoint the strongest
candidate before the closing date if required.
SAFEGUARDING & CHILD PROTECTION
AISJ maintains robust child protection policies to ensure a safe, secure, and caring environment for our students. All employees must undergo criminal background checks, attend annual training, and sign a safeguarding agreement.
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