IB Diploma Programme Coordinator

About the role

Pan-American School (PAS), an IB World School in Costa Rica's Central Valley offering the PYP, MYP and Diploma Programme, is seeking an experienced IB Diploma Programme Coordinator. The role provides academic and pedagogical leadership for the DP, supports students and faculty in reaching their potential, and ensures programme quality, effective assessment and strong academic outcomes. It combines programme leadership with classroom teaching, and the start date is July 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the DP curriculum, assessment schedules, examinations, academic reporting and administration, keeping the programme up to current IB requirements.
• Coordinate DP teachers' planning and support them in developing effective teaching, learning and assessment practices.
• Monitor student progress, identify intervention and extension needs, and oversee TOK, EE and CAS.
• Support students and families with subject selection, academic pathways and post-secondary preparation.
• Communicate with the International Baccalaureate, coordinate programme evaluation and analyse assessment data.
• Work with the MYP Coordinator, High School Vice Principal and Secondary Principal on curriculum continuity and student transitions.
• Teach in a DP subject where applicable, depending on the final appointment structure.

Required profile

• Recognised university degree and professional teaching qualifications; substantial IB DP teaching experience.
• Strong knowledge of the DP curriculum, assessment and examination requirements.
• Previous experience as an IB DP Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator, Head of Department or academic leader is highly desirable.
• Experience coordinating IB examinations, curriculum planning or programme evaluation, and supporting teacher professional development.
• Postgraduate qualifications in education, curriculum or educational leadership are highly desirable; Spanish is highly desirable.

Required skills

• Excellent English; strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Collaborative, inclusive and safeguarding-aware approach.
• Ability to balance programme leadership with classroom teaching.

What we offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• An academic leadership role within an established IB Continuum school, with access to professional development.
• The chance to live and work in Costa Rica's international community.

To apply, send an updated CV, a cover letter, details of subjects taught and referee contacts by email to the school's HR contact, with a copy to the director; applications are reviewed as received and the deadline is 1 December.