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International Head of English Department – Secondary (IB)

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Program Overview

We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Head of the English Department for Secondary School with strong leadership skills and a solid understanding of IB programmes. The ideal candidate will lead curriculum development, support high-quality teaching, and foster a collaborative culture aligned with the IB philosophy and the school’s strategic goals.

Key responsibilities:
- Leading and mentoring English teachers.
- verseeing curriculum planning, implementation, and assessment for IB MYP and/or DP.
- Ensuring effective, inquiry-based and differentiated teaching practices.
- Monitoring student progress using data to inform improvement.
- Promoting a positive, inclusive, and academically rigorous learning environment.
- Close collaboration with academic leadership on curriculum articulation, accreditation, and school-wide initiatives.
- Maintain clear communication with students, families, and colleagues.
- Ensure safeguarding compliance.
- Actively participating in professional development and institutional activities.

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Program Highlights

Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). - Proven experience teaching English at the secondary level.
Requirements: - Demonstrated experience working in IB schools (MYP and/or DP required). - Previous experience in a leadership or coordinator role within an academic department.
Requirements: - Native or near-native level of English. - Willingness to relocate and work as an expatriate.
Key Competencies: - Instructional and academic leadership. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Strategic planning and organizational skills. - Collaboration and team development
Key Competencies: - Critical thinking and problem-solving. - Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and intercultural understanding. - Alignment with the IB Learner Profile and Approaches to Learning.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Medical / Accident Insurance
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
Visa Fees
Academic Advising
Language Lessons
Job Placement

Program Details

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Locations

  • Bogota, Colombia

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026, 2027

Eligible Nationalities

  • American
  • European
  • Central African
  • South African
  • Asian
  • Australian

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • Bachelor’s degree

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat

Application Procedures

  • Resume
  • Online Application

Age Requirement

26+

Duration

  • Long Term

Salary & Compensation

The salary will depend on the experience and academic record of the candidate.

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Which would be my functions?

- Lead and mentor the English department in alignment with IB philosophy and school goals.

- Oversee IB MYP/DP curriculum planning, assessment, and high-quality teaching practices.

- Use data to monitor student progress, promote an inclusive learning environment.

- Collaborate with academic leadership.

- Ensure safeguarding compliance.

- Maintain clear communication.

- Engage in professional development and school initiatives.

Which competences should I need?

- Instructional and academic leadership.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strategic planning and organizational skills.
- Collaboration and team development.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving.
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and intercultural understanding.
- Alignment with the IB Learner Profile and Approaches to Learning (ATL).

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