Principal Programme Director

About the Role

At our institution, we are seeking a strategic leader to head our Programme department. The successful candidate will provide visionary leadership, strengthening cross-curricular initiatives and expanding programme presence across various schools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction for the IB Diploma Programme, aligning it with our mission and goals.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for growth, improvement, and innovation of the IBDP.
• Promote IB ethos and values throughout the school community.
• Collaborate with school leadership on whole-school planning and cross-programme alignment.

Authorization and Evaluation:

• Lead and manage the school's IB Diploma Programme authorization and re-authorization processes, ensuring full compliance with IB standards and practices.
• Coordinate the preparation of required documentation, evidence, and reports for the IB authorization/evaluation visits.
• Act as the primary point of contact with the IB during authorization, evaluation, and ongoing programme development.
• Facilitate training and readiness of staff, ensuring the school community is well-prepared for the authorization/evaluation process.
• Implement and monitor action plans based on feedback from IB authorization or evaluation reports.

Programme Oversight and Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with IBO regulations, standards, and practices.
• Oversee the authorization and re-authorization processes in coordination with the IB and school leadership.
• Lead and manage the IB evaluation process, including preparation, implementation of recommendations, and ongoing monitoring.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of IB developments and communicate key updates to staff.

Curriculum and Academic Quality

• Oversee the development and delivery of a rigorous and balanced IBDP curriculum, ensuring alignment with IB subject guides and standards.
• Monitor curriculum planning, assessment practices, and internal standardization across all subjects.
• Ensure effective implementation of the IB Core (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, CAS).
• Support differentiation and academic interventions for diverse learners.

Staff Development and Performance

• Provide leadership, mentoring, and professional development opportunities for IBDP staff.
• Ensure all teaching staff have appropriate IB training and certifications.
• Conduct performance reviews and support instructional excellence.
• Foster a collaborative professional learning community.

Student Support and Achievement

• Monitor student progress, engagement, and well-being throughout the programme.
• Oversee academic advising and subject selection processes for IBDP students.
• Support students through challenges related to the academic rigour of the programme.

Communication and Community Engagement

• Act as the primary point of contact for all matters related to the IBDP.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff about programme expectations, policies, and progress.
• Organize orientation sessions, information evenings, and promotional events for the IBDP.
• Build a positive reputation for the IBDP internally and externally.

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