Overall Purpose of the Position
The STEM Coordinator is a pedagogical leader who supports ISP’s Mission, Vision, Strategy and educational aims through the development and implementation of STEM programmes. The coordinator will lead the development of the STEM strategic plan, and the planning for programming and systems in the new ISP Design & Innovation Centre planned for opening in 2026. The coordinator will also facilitate the expansion of existing STEM curriculum opportunities schoolwide. The STEM coordinator will have a partial teaching load, teaching STEM related electives, and core subjects where needed. The position works closely with Curriculum Level Leaders (CLLs), Sectional Coaches/Coordinators, and the Educational Leadership team including principals.
Key Responsibilities
The key areas of focus for this position include:
- Supporting the development of the Schoolwide STEM plan
- Collaborate cross departmentally on STEM initiatives school wide as part of the school’s curriculum and the use of STEM in classrooms.
- Leading the development of new offerings and programmes specifically in STEM and applied STEM disciplines
- Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the STEM plan, including management of resources and professional learning
- Providing suggestions on curriculum or course adjustments for alignment schoolwide
- To enhance knowledge and understanding of STEM subjects with real world context and associated careers through inspiring and creative STEM engagement, visits, speakers and clubs
- Develop, organise, coordinate and provide trainings for administrators and staff related to STEM best practices, NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards), and STEM focused project based learning.
- Support Learning Coaches and Learning Collaborative meetings in the area of STEM.
- Create educational STEM opportunities for students through community outreach and business partnerships
- Supporting Professional Learning for staff in conjunction with the Professional Learning Department and the Educational Technology Coordinator.
- Work as a team with other members of the Innovation hub (librarians, design technology integration specialists)
- Evaluate, design and monitor policies to promote gender equality in STEM.
- Support the collection of STEM related data for the new ISP Data dashboard
- Support the practices aligned to ISP Learning Principles & IB Approaches to Teaching & Learning
- Liaise with the Advancement Office to capture and share learning stories that reflect our educational aims and aspirations
- Part-time teaching role of selected STEM related elective classes
- Other duties as assigned at the discretion of the Director.
Experience, Skills & Dispositions Desired
- An avid learner who is passionate about STEM education
- Highly organised with a strategic, forward thinking mindset
- Self-driven, proactive attitude, always trying to go to the next level professionally and leading from any seat;
- Ability to effectively communicate with students, parents and colleagues in a clear and empathetic manner;
- A high level of intra & interpersonal intelligence, working effectively in a collaborative environment;
- A growth mindset and open-minded approach to professional learning;
- International / multicultural teaching and leading experience;
- Impactful educator with an innovative and solutions focused, flexible attitude.
Education & Training Preferred
- Three or more years of experience in a STEM position
- Experience in the implementation of Strategic plans
- Experience in the working in Professional Learning Communities
- A knowledge of the Toddle VLE system is an advantage
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
ISP uses an online, automated application management system and we do expect ALL job applications to be submitted through this system. If you are interested in this vacancy and you meet the specified criteria, then please go to this link and follow the application instructions accordingly
A complete application includes:
- Cover letter expressing interest in this position at ISP, short statement of educational and leadership philosophy (no more than one page)
- Up-to-date resume or CV
- Writing sample that may be a personal statement, an article for a school publication, a recent speech, or submitted scholarly article-whatever can help inform the search committee of expertise, interests, academic focus and experience.
- Contact information for at least three current professional referees (one of which should be, if possible, the direct supervisor of the applicant’s current organization).
The deadline to submit applications is September 20, 2024. Candidates should note, however, that in the event an outstanding applicant is identified early in the search process, ISP reserves the right to move forward with this appointment. For this reason, it is essential that interested candidates apply as soon as possible.
