IB TOK Teacher CAS Coordinator

3 weeks ago

Dallas, United States Alcuin School Full time

Upper School Theory of Knowledge/Creativity, Activity, Service Coordinator - this position is for the 2024-2025 Academic Year beginning August 1, 2024


Join our vibrant educational community at Alcuin School, where we're searching for a dynamic Upper School TOK Teacher/CAS Coordinator to ignite passion and curiosity in our students. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape the future of our Upper School learners by providing innovative, engaging, and inclusive instruction. As our TOK/CAS Coordinator, you will be instrumental in guiding our students through the core components of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, helping them to develop critical thinking skills and a profound sense of global responsibility. Join us in shaping minds and transforming lives at Alcuin School


GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY

The Upper School Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Teacher and Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) Coordinator implements and delivers curriculum based on the International Baccalaureate (IB) philosophy and helps direct students’ activities to reach his or her fullest potential in the specified academic areas as well as the community as a whole.


JOB SCOPE

The Upper School TOK teacher/CAS Coordinator adheres to the guidelines of the DP and IB and his or her department about choosing and implementing curricula at appropriate levels for program and student development. Within the overarching structure of these guidelines, the teacher retains autonomy in the classroom in terms of how the syllabi and lessons are designed, implemented, and evaluated. The Upper School TOK teacher/CAS Coordinator will strive to collaborate with the wider Alcuin community, as they work to foster their students' enthusiasm for learning.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Implements all curricula within the designated subject area(s) following IB guidelines
  • Develops and follows a year at a glance that includes all IB connections and components
  • Develops the curriculum and syllabus for each academic year based on current IB and/or other accreditation standards and other educational requirements
  • Keeps records of all parent communications and shares them with the Director of Upper School as requested and/or as necessary
  • Maintains updated records of each student’s progress on a timely basis
  • Maintains the designated classroom
  • Facilitates a student advisory group through one-on-one meetings, small- and large-group meetings with other teachers, and team building activities as required
  • Prepares and submits required reports, including conference reports, lesson plans, and ongoing unit plans and modifications
  • Posts all Upper School grades and assignments only in ManageBac in a timely manner as specified in the Upper School Grading Policy
  • Plans, prepares, and conducts conferences with parents as one of the team
  • Communicates with parents about the progress of their child. This includes writing comments for conference reports, and email/phone communications regarding student challenges or successes in and out of the classroom
  • Works cooperatively with other members of the Upper School faculty in the planning and execution of interdisciplinary projects, community events, and other Upper School activities
  • Attends parent education events and community functions as detailed in the Staff Handbook
  • Attends department meeting, all-staff meetings, and school functions as outlined in the Employee Handbook, employment contract or as required
  • Attends monthly all-staff, Upper School faculty, and department meetings as required
  • Leads or co-leads an advisory of Upper School students and facilitates student-led conferences with families
  • Completes other tasks as assigned by the Head of School, or Director of Upper School or designate


MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

  • Assists in ordering and keeping an inventory of needed equipment and supplies
  • Sponsors or assists in a student-led club or organization as required
  • Writes letters of recommendation for students as required
  • Attends IB professional development as scheduled by the International Baccalaureate Coordinator
  • Acts as chaperon on domestic and international trips as required
  • Completes state-mandated bus driver training and drives an Alcuin bus on field trips when required


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Required:

  • Ability to provide documents verifying authorization to work in the U.S.
  • Must pass Criminal Background Checks, Drug Testing, and Reference Check
  • Master’s degree
  • At least 5 years teaching experience
  • Ability to interact and communicate appropriately and professionally in both written and verbal format with parents, students, and colleagues
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft and Google Suite of products
  • Must demonstrate and enthusiastically support the School’s Mission


Preferred:

  • Doctoral degree
  • IB Diploma Programme teaching experience
  • Working knowledge of ManageBac, Blackbaud, Naviance and Parchment platforms


BENEFITS

Full time faculty and staff at School are provided with the following benefits:

  • High deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Alight
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Voluntary Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • Basic Life/AD&D Plan
  • Long Term Disability (LTD) Plan
  • 403b Plan
  • Long Term Care (LTC) Plan
  • Aflac
  • Legal Shield


PAY RANGE

Pay is based on experience and is competitive with Independent Schools in the Dallas, Texas, area.


WORK SCHEDULE

Schedule: Generally, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. There may be some evening or weekend work. Holidays, Spring Break off unless work is required for a project


WORK CONDITIONS

Works in standard classroom climate and conditions

Works outdoors supervising students at carpool and on school trips


ABOUT ALCUIN SCHOOL

Alcuin School, one of the largest accredited Montessori schools in the U. S., along with the International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma Programs, provides an ideal learning environment that guides and nurtures the full development of the child from 18 months to 18 years of age.


Alcuin School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including color, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.


We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees, and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.


No recruiters or search firms please.


QUALIFIED CANDIDATES CAN SUBMIT A COVER PAGE AND RESUME TO:

Ty.hathorn@alcuinschool.org and Michelle.Briggs@alcuinschool.org and put the job title in the subject line

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