Job Description

Taylor's Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment.  Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

JOB TITLE: PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER and PYP COORDINATOR
Reports to: Head of Primary School

WHO ARE WE?
Nexus is an empowering, learning-focused community. We strive to create an honest, open and innovative community with our learners, parents and peers. We believe that we have something unique and special here, we are proud to be different in the way we work; and how we teach and learn.

OUR CULTURE & PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS: THE NEXUS WAY
At Nexus, staff embody the "Nexus Way" by actively living four core pillars: cultivating respectful Relationships based on trust and respect, championing Inclusion that ensures a culture of belonging, driving Innovation through modern pedagogy and creative problem-solving, and finally demonstrating Mindsets that adapt to change with resilience. These expectations form the foundational culture for all our professional roles. The ideal candidate must be a "living example of the Nexus Way."

JOB DESCRIPTION
The PYP coordinator will work closely with teams to support their PYP curriculum planning and collaboration. Alongside the Primary Leadership team they will act as a pedagogical leader in the Primary School. The position holder will attend planning meetings for selected year groups to facilitate the planning and development of the PYP, and its implementation. They will facilitate collaboration between year group teams and other curriculum leaders in the Primary School such as the Language Arts LAL, Maths LAL and Digital Coach. The PYP Coordinator will support defining the school culture based on the IB learner profile. They will facilitate inquiry, promote international mindedness and provide guidance and support to staff to implement the programme.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the requirements of the IB concerning the implementation of the programme.
• Ensure PYP teaching staff receive on-going training in the delivery of the programme.
• Support the process of developing or reviewing the school’s curriculum documents, including the programme of inquiry and scope and sequence documents.
• Support the development of the PDPs (Programme Development Plan) and support the formulation of the school’s strategic development plan.
• Support the preparation and submission of any documentation required for evaluation.
• Set up systems for communication and collaboration among all staff members involved in implementing the programme.
• Support the sharing of IB PYP communication for the wider school community and external stakeholders.
• Promote the use of ‘MyIB’ within the school community.
• Involvement in whole school events and activities as required.
• Teaching across the Primary School to provide release time for Middle Leaders.
• To perform any other duties as assigned by the management, stakeholders and reporting manager.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• A degree plus teaching qualification (or equivalent)
• Higher degree or recognised professional qualification (preferred)
• Evidence of continued relevant professional development, including significant IB training
• Experience with teaching PYP (5+ years preferred)
• Experience in teaching learners with diverse needs, especially EAL
• Understanding of all PYP publications
• Practical and theoretical understanding of effective learning and teaching strategies

The job holder is responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. The job holder must adhere to and ensure compliance with the relevant Taylor’s Schools Safeguarding Policy and Procedures at all times. If, in the course of carrying out their duties, the job holder identifies or suspects that a child is suffering, or is likely to suffer, harm, they must report the concern in accordance with the school’s safeguarding procedures

Nexus International School (Singapore) is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and value the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our school. 

To support our dynamic school environment, this role may evolve over time through collaborative consultation to align with both institutional needs and your professional growth.

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