IGCSE Coordinator - Jaipur, Rajasthan

Job Description: IGCSE Coordinator

Position Title: Cambridge IGCSE Coordinator

Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan

Department: Secondary / Cambridge International Wing

Reports To: Principal / Head of School

Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Position Overview

The IGCSE Coordinator will lead the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) secondary curriculum (typically Grades 9 & 10, often liaising with Lower Secondary Grade 8). This role is responsible for end-to-end academic planning, curriculum alignment, Cambridge exam administration, teacher mentorship, quality assurance, and building a bridge between students, parents, faculty, and CAIE authorities.

Key Responsibilities1. Curriculum Leadership & Academic Operations

• Plan, schedule, and oversee the execution of the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum across all disciplines.
• Design academic calendars, annual timetables, course pathways, subject selection guides, and assessment schemes aligned with Cambridge International guidelines.
• Monitor syllabus completion, conduct periodic academic audits, and evaluate lesson plans and classroom teaching standards.
• Guide students and parents through subject selection, university pre-requisites, and course choices.
• Cambridge Examination Administration & Compliance
• Serve as the primary liaison between the school and Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE).
• Manage the complete examination lifecycle via Cambridge Direct: candidate registrations, entries, coursework/moderation submissions, forecast grades, and exam scheduling.
• Coordinate with the Examination Officer to enforce security protocols, question paper custody, invigilation rosters, and conduct exams strictly per Cambridge administrative regulations.
• Lead post-examination protocols, results release analysis, remarking requests (EAR), and official certificate dispatch.
• Faculty Mentorship & Professional Development
• Facilitate Cambridge Professional Development Qualifications (PDQs) and subject-specific Cambridge training workshops for faculty.
• Conduct regular pedagogical observations, appraisals, and feedback sessions to maintain inquiry-based teaching methodologies.
• Assist in hiring, onboarding, and training new international curriculum educators.
• Assessment, Data Analytics & Student Performance
• Design internal assessment structures (unit tests, quarterly exams, mock examinations) reflecting actual IGCSE standards.
• Track individual student performance analytics, identify learning gaps, and coordinate remedial or enrichment programs.
• Prepare and present cohort performance reports to school leadership and management.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Institutional Representation
• Organize student-parent orientation sessions, academic workshops, and regular Parent-Teacher Meetings (PTMs) explaining the nuances of the Cambridge pathway.
• Address parental queries regarding grading scales, global recognition, and transition pathways (e.g., Cambridge A Levels, IB DP, or national boards).
• Represent the school at regional Cambridge coordinator forums and professional development events in North India.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in an academic subject (MA, MSc, or MCom) along with a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or an international equivalent (PGCE, CIDTL preferred).

• Experience:

• Minimum 5–8 years of overall teaching experience in a recognized Cambridge International School.

• Minimum 2–3 years in an academic leadership role (IGCSE Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator, or Cambridge Head of Department).

• System Knowledge: Hands-on operational fluency with the Cambridge Direct / CIExams administrative portal.

• Competencies:

• Strong mastery of the IGCSE syllabus, grading matrix, coursework, and external exam guidelines.

• Exceptional verbal and written English communication skills.

• Demonstrated interpersonal, team management, and conflict-resolution capabilities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience (aligned with premier international school standards in Jaipur).
• Professional development sponsorships for CAIE seminars and certifications.
• School transport / residential allowance (subject to school policy).
• Health insurance and tuition fee concessions for dependent children (as per institutional norms).

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