AISG is a caring community that looks for passionate teachers who bring their forward-thinking pedagogy along with an empathetic approach to enrich each child’s learning. 

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

AISG embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace, welcoming applications from all qualified persons. We strive to attract, develop and retain highly talented diverse staff who share this commitment and who can contribute their unique perspective and experiences to enhance our programs.

---JOB OVERVIEW---

The IB MYP and Future Pathways Coordinator reports to the Secondary Principal and provides leadership for the implementation, development and evaluation of the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP), alongside the coordination and development of alternative academic pathways.

The Coordinator serves as a key link between AISG and the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), promoting the philosophy and principles of the MYP and ensuring programme requirements are effectively implemented.

Working collaboratively with the Secondary Leadership Team, Subject teams, the IB Diploma Programme and Future Pathways Coordinator, counselors and student support teams, the Coordinator supports high-quality teaching and learning, curriculum coherence and appropriate academic pathways that respond to students' strengths, needs and aspirations.

ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS

The position may include a teaching assignment, with responsibilities and allocation determined according to school priorities and programme needs.

---ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES---

The IB MYP and Future Pathways Coordinator will be accountable and responsible for:

·         informing and advising school leadership and the wider school community regarding the MYP and assigned academic pathways;

·         leading the planning, implementation and ongoing development of the MYP in collaboration with the Secondary Leadership Team;

·         overseeing the delivery and evaluation of the MYP in accordance with IB standards and practices;

·         contributing to strategic and action planning, resource allocation and scheduling to support programme quality, student learning and wellbeing;

·         maintaining regular communication with the IBO and overseeing all relevant programme administration and documentation;

·         coordinating preparation for MYP programme evaluation, moderation, certification and e-Assessment, as applicable;

·         maintaining accurate programme and student records within relevant IB systems;

·         overseeing the development, implementation and administration of the Personal Project in collaboration with designated supervisors;

·         supporting the induction of new faculty, students and caregivers into the MYP;

·         organizing and leading MYP information sessions for the school community;

·         identifying professional learning needs related to MYP implementation and coordinating appropriate professional development;

·         collaborating with the PYP and DP Coordinators to ensure continuity of learning and effective transitions between programmes;

·         working with relevant colleagues to support the development and implementation of service learning within the MYP;

·         participating in subject team meetings, Learning Leaders, Secondary Leadership and other relevant meetings as required;

·         collaborating with the counselors and student support teams to promote appropriate learning support, student wellbeing and access to the curriculum.

---CURRICULUM LEADERSHIP---

The Coordinator will be accountable and responsible for:

·         working collaboratively with Subject leads to ensure departmental curriculum planning and documentation align with MYP requirements and schoolwide expectations;

·         providing programme-specific guidance to Subject leads and teachers regarding MYP unit planning, assessment and curriculum development;

·         supporting consistent understanding and implementation of MYP assessment criteria and practices;

·         facilitating collaborative planning and interdisciplinary learning across subject areas;

·         supporting the coherent development of the IB Learner Profile and Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills across Grades 6–10;

·         collaborating with Subject leads to support curriculum review, vertical articulation and continuous improvement;

·         promoting inclusive teaching practices, differentiation and student agency in collaboration with teachers and student support specialists;

·         supporting the development of a positive and collaborative MYP culture across the Secondary School;

·         working with the PYP and DP Coordinators to strengthen curriculum continuity and student transitions.

*Subject leads retain responsibility for leading subject-specific curriculum development and departmental collaboration, while the Coordinator provides programme-level leadership and guidance regarding MYP expectations.

---FUTURE PATHWAYS---

The Coordinator will be accountable and responsible for:

·         contributing to the development, implementation and review of alternative academic and graduation pathways that meet the diverse needs and aspirations of AISG students;

·         coordinating or overseeing assigned alternative diploma and academic programmes, including modified or school-based diploma pathways, as determined by the Secondary Principal;

·         collaborating with the IB Diploma Programme and Future Pathways Coordinator to ensure appropriate progression and continuity between the MYP and upper secondary pathways;

·         working with counselors, Subject leads, EAL and learning support specialists to identify appropriate academic pathways for students;

·         supporting the development and implementation of pathway requirements, assessment expectations, academic documentation and graduation criteria;

·         monitoring student progress and programme effectiveness within assigned pathways;

·         supporting communication with students and caregivers regarding academic options, programme expectations and future opportunities;

·         contributing to the ongoing evaluation and development of inclusive academic pathways in response to student needs and school priorities.

Specific pathway responsibilities will be assigned by the Secondary Principal to ensure clear accountability and alignment with other programme leadership roles.

---DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE---

·         A minimum of three years of successful teaching experience within the IB MYP;

·         a deep understanding of IB MYP philosophy, curriculum, assessment and programme requirements;

·         A minimum of at least two years experience as a MYP Coordinator or similar within an international school preferred;

·         experience in programme coordination, curriculum leadership or instructional leadership within an international school setting;

·         a creative and collaborative leader with experience supporting mission- and strategic plan-driven improvement;

·         strong organizational ability, initiative and attention to detail;

·         experience with curriculum development, documentation and assessment within the IB MYP;

·         knowledge of the IB PYP and DP and an understanding of curriculum continuity across programmes;

·         understanding of alternative academic and graduation pathways, or a willingness to develop expertise in this area;

·         commitment to inclusive education and supporting students with diverse learning needs;

·         excellent interpersonal, communication and collaborative leadership skills;

·         experience facilitating professional learning and supporting teacher development;

·         MYP examiner, workshop leader or programme evaluation experience will be viewed favorably;

·         a master's degree in education, educational leadership or a related field is preferred.

---TEACHING---

The IB MYP and Future Pathways Coordinator may be expected to assume a teaching load, as determined by the Secondary Principal.

The teaching allocation will be reviewed according to programme responsibilities, additional assigned duties, student needs and schoolwide staffing priorities.

---MORE ABOUT AISG---

WHY AISG

·         Our vibrant, positive community spirit - what we see as the heart of AISG - is one of our greatest assets.

·         We are the longest established and only not-for-profit international school in Guangzhou, enabling us to reinvest directly back into the school in support of our educational mission.

·         We were founded in 1981as the first international school in southern China and have established a rich history of educational excellence.

·         We only recruit forward-thinking and dynamic instructional leaders who wish to contribute to an environment that values creative learning and quality teaching.

·         We recruit faculty who are not simply looking for a ‘job’ but who are seeking to join a connected community.

 CURRICULUM

·         AISG’s full curriculum is available on Atlas and can be accessed on our website, www.aisgz.org/learning.

·         Elementary School uses Common Core, NGSS, and AERO standards for core subject areas.

·         Elementary School offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) and implements the Readers and Writers Workshop Model.

·         Instruction and learning are inquiry-based with many of the core subjects integrated within the units of inquiry and the Readers and Writer Workshop Model. 

·         Secondary School uses Common Core, NGSS, and AERO standards for core subject areas.

·         Secondary School offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP), the AISG High School Diploma and the Middle Years Programme (MYP). It also implements the Readers and Writers Workshop Model.

·         Course guides are available for Lower Secondary and Upper Secondary on their learning website pages, www.aisgz.org/learning/lower-secondary and www.aisgz.org/learning/upper-secondary, respectively.

FACILITIES

The Science Park campus is located in the heart of Guangzhou’s technology center, Science City, in Huangpu District, where Upper Elementary students (Grades 4 and 5) and Secondary students (Grades 6-12) attend. The Science Park campus finished its complete renovation in August 2023 and has state-of-the art, well-equipped facilities with an open-concept design. The campus also features a Performing Arts Center with a theater, black box, music classrooms, and practice rooms; an Athletic Center with a natural grass field, an indoor 25-meter swimming pool, two gymnasiums with three full-sized courts, a fitness room, a dance studio, two external climbing walls, an indoor running track, and two rooftop spaces; and additional amenities that include design classrooms, a cafeteria and cafe area, a nurse's office, a creative multimedia space, and a central library.

TECHNOLOGY

All classrooms are equipped with the appropriate technology for interactive instruction. Starting in Grade 1, students are in a 1:1 device program, iPads for Grades 1-5 and laptops for Grades 6-12. Teachers incorporate the ISTE Standards into their curriculum with the support of the innovation technology coaches. Technology is integrated where appropriate, and the development of research and information literacy skills is expected. Each teacher is assigned a MacBook laptop.

Key Software:

·         Veracross (Student Information Management System and grade book)

·         Microsoft Office 365

o   Outlook (school email),

o   Teams, OneNote and OneDrive (collaboration and learning engagement)

·         Managebac (Secondary)

·         Seesaw

CHILD PROTECTION STATEMENT

AISG is committed to the prevention of child abuse and to the protection of children in accordance with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, of which the People's Republic of China is a signatory. AISG is committed to child-safe recruitment practices. The school shall take all necessary steps to ensure that the selection and interview of potential new candidate hires are appropriately screened, and reference checks are conducted. All candidates will be subject to criminal background and employment checks. AISG will make direct contact with the candidates' current supervisors as part of our hiring practices. 

As mandated in the AISG Employee Code of Conduct, all employees must report suspected incidences of child abuse or neglect whenever the employee has reasonable cause to believe that a child has suffered or is at risk of suffering abuse or neglect.

---HOW TO APPLY---

This job posting is designed to outline teaching assignments and qualifications, not limit the employee nor AISG to only the work identified. It is the expectation of the school, that each employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our organization.

NOTE: Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as AISG reserves the right to conclude the search prior to the announced deadline.