Pyp (Primary Years Programme) Co-Ordinator

PYP (Primary Years Programme) Co-ordinatorPYP (Primary Years Programme) Co-ordinatorADvTECHJohannesburg, GautengPermanentClosing Date: 13 December 2024Business Unit: Bedfordview PreparatoryCompany primary industry: Education ManagementJob functional area: EducationJob DescriptionADvTECH is the leading provider of private education in Africa, passionately committed to enriching people's lives and futures. The academic strategy of ADvTECH's School's Division is to ensure that each student progresses incrementally toward mastery in a learning environment that is flexible, inspiring, engaging and challenging. ADvTECH houses a number of prestigious school brands offering IEB, Cambridge & IB curricula and boasts an online home schooling delivery option as well.Key Purpose StatementThe Primary Years Programme Coordinator (PYPC) is a member of the pedagogical leadership team which has an overarching responsibility for ensuring that the teaching and learning will be enriched in line with the philosophical and implementation requirements of the PYP Programme.Key Relationships (Internal and External):Principal, Senior Leadership Team, ADvTECH Central Academics Team, IBAEM Regional Office, Grade Heads, Subject Head, Heads, Primary Teachers and Learning AssistantsQualifications:Degree in Education BEd (Foundation Phase/ Intersern Phase/ Senior Phase)Have held a school /-wide curriculum-based positionExperience:More the 5 years' experience within teaching and learningPrevious leadership experience being part of the school's Senior Leadership TeamPrevious IB and / or PYP experienceCurriculum development and implementationCommunicationEnsure 100% alignment of the school's curriculum with the IEB PYP standardsConduct regular curriculum reviews and updates, document alignment status in collaboration within the Crawford community.ensure all IB communication is shared continuously with all staff and leadership.enable collaboration among all staff involved in implementing the programme.conduct ongoing parent information sessions around the PYP programme.publish regular articles pertaining to the programme in the school's newsletter / online platformsprepare and submit any documentation required for evaluationsuccessfully maintain IB authorisation status with no major recommendations during evaluation visitstrack IB evaluation reports and document compliance with IB standardsconduct two formal programme evaluations each year and implement action plans for identified areas of improvement within three mothsdocument evaluation findings and track progress on action plan implementation.ensure all requirements and procedures set by the IB concerning the programme are adhered to.provide continual liaison / updates for Brand Academics, ADvTECH CAT, the school leadership team and the IB.Ensure the seamless integration of CAT/ Brand Academic initiatives and assist staff with effective time management strategies to ensure the academic rigour of PYP is maintained.continually communicate PYP information to the wider community through a variety of media,inform Brand Academics/ ADvTECH CAT about progress being made in terms of implementation and development.continually promote and create opportunities for International Mindedness to be addressed and celebrated throughout the school.Professional Development and teacher supportensure all staff members are made aware of professional development opportunities available (within and beyond the school) and encourage participation.keep an updated record of staff development and staff attendanceorganise induction of new staff to the PYP and provide ongoing support for them.make recommendations regarding training specifically relevant to the implementation of the PYP teaching methods and inquiry-based learning.keep a record of workshops conducted and school visits to achieve equality of opportunity and identify ongoing needs by means of gathering feedback on workshop effectivenessassist teams or individuals in developing units of inquiry (Transdisciplinary and Stand Alone)arrange for own professional development needs, in negotiation with the Principal.in negotiation with the Principal, arrange to attend PYP workshops and keep up to date with new developments within the PYP.Resource Managementmanage the schools resource budget for the PYP programme communicating with the Principal, Brand Academic Manager and ADvTECH Central Academics Team as requiredfacilitate the purchase of suitable resources to support the implementation of the programme in consultation with the Resource Centre Managerhave an oversight of the continual integration of digital technologies into the learning and teaching programme and in line with the prescribed EdTech frameworkencourage staff, parents and students to identify people in the community and resources that can be used to support the programme.4.Documentationpublish / update/ communicate the School's Programme of Inquiry on Toddle and other required platforms.coordinate year level outcomes to ensure both vertical and horizontal articulation in all subject areas.maintain a record of completed planners, electronically on Toddle, so all staff can access this at all times.lead the process of developing or reviewing the school's scope and sequence documents in collaboration within the Crawford community.ensure that reporting formats reflect the PYP and DBE CAPS requirementscontinually manage and update the PYP Action Plan.participate in the formation of the school's strategic development plan to meet the standards and practices of the IB programmes.Implementationorganise teacher support with planning, modelling and strategies in learning environments.work with teachers to ensure that the inquiry approach is being used in all learning environments.facilitate and coordinate all weekly teacher planning meetings and staff meetings.establish and coordinate appropriate curriculum teams that meet the needs of the school.facilitate monthly collaborative planning meetings with grade-level teams to enhance interdisciplinary teaching and learningmaintain records of meetings agendas, attendance and outcomesmonitor and document the horizontal and vertical coverage of all curriculum areas.have oversight of the integration of EdTech into the teaching and learning programme.host at least three PYP informational sessions for parents and community members.record the attendance and feedback from the sessions; evaluate the impact on community and their understanding of the PYPReview and AccountabilityThe Principal:ensure regular communication with the PYP Coordinator on a formal and informal basis.is encouraged to attend the PYPC meetings.through an appraisal process reflect and review the work of the PYP Coordinator according to the KPI.receive formal and informal feedback from staff and relay that to the PYP Coordinator.provide regular informed feedback about any ongoing issues.The PYP coordinator is supported in terms of fulfilling the responsibilities in the following ways:developmental opportunities both on and off site with the view to having a fully informed Coordinator.a minimum of 25% teaching load, as negotiated, to pursue the requirements of the IB.regular communication with the Principal/Deputy Principal, particularly in matters relating to resourcing of the PYP.regular time for reflection and review.the establishment of appropriate curriculum teams to assist with the implementation and continuing development of the programme.access to some administrative supportSkill RequirementsStrong communication skills (both written and verbal)Advanced Planning, strong organising and time management skills are critical – must adhere to deadlines, multi-task and be able to prioritise.Ability to work both independently, with minimal supervision, and in a team environment.Ability to learn quickly and manage workload in a cooperative and demanding environment.Good Microsoft Office skills, Word, Excel and PowerPointExcellent Interpersonal and Relationship ManagementAnalytical ThinkingProblem SolvingProject ManagementBehavioural AttributeExceptional work ethic, with strong values and principles – takes all opportunities to go above and beyond the basic expectations.Detail-oriented: and attention to detail for tasks with zero tolerance for errors.A self-motivated individual who can work under stress and meet deadlines.A positive attitude and open mind that approaches problems from all angles to find the optimal solutionView the full advertisement and apply online via the ADvTECH Career Portal:(Please note that the above link will direct you off the ISASA website and onto the ADvTECH Career Portal site. If you do not have an existing account on the ADvTECH portal, you may need to register on their website to apply for this vacancy. You do not need to register on the ISASA site.)
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