Cambridge Coordinator

About the role

A leading Christian private school in Nairobi, which educates learners from early years through to A Level, is recruiting a Cambridge Coordinator. The role provides academic and operational leadership for the Cambridge division, supports the Head of Cambridge in day-to-day management and acts as deputy in the Head's absence. It works closely with teaching staff, parents and school leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Support the implementation and improvement of the Cambridge curriculum, monitor lesson planning, assessment and student progress, and coach and mentor teachers
• Coordinate curriculum planning and promote consistent delivery across year groups and subjects
• Support the Head of Cambridge in daily management and assume leadership of the Cambridge division in their absence
• Lead teachers, Key Stage Leaders and Heads of Department, support performance management and professional development, and help manage disciplinary processes
• Engage parents on academic progress and student welfare, and coordinate parent meetings, workshops and school events
• Ensure compliance with Cambridge International standards and Ministry of Education requirements, support school inspections and quality assurance, and prepare academic reports

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Education; a Master's in Education or Educational Leadership is an added advantage
• TSC registration is mandatory
• Preferred: about 10 years of teaching and academic leadership experience in Cambridge, international or private schools, and experience in a leadership role such as Deputy Head or Academic Coordinator
• Practicing Christian whose values align with the school's mission and culture

Required skills

• Strong understanding of Cambridge curriculum standards, lesson planning, assessment and school operations
• Experience supervising teaching teams and working with parents
• Google Classroom and other educational technology platforms
• Excellent communication, organizational and stakeholder management skills