IBDP Coordinator (with Teaching Responsibilities)

Our institution is a proud member of the Inspired Education Group. Inspired Education stands as the foremost global network of premium educational establishments, encompassing over 80 elite private schools across six continents. These institutions collectively provide exceptional educational experiences to more than 70,000 learners, ensuring a top-tier learning journey from Kindergarten through Year 13. We present an opportunity for you to live and work in a vibrant new locale, engage with dedicated educators, enhance your professional skills, and find fulfillment in a role that motivates you. For more information and to explore our current job openings, please visit our careers page at https://careers.inspirededu.com/. 1. Local Area Information The primary campus of the school is located roughly twenty kilometers from Madrid, surrounded predominantly by scenic countryside, which fosters an outstanding educational atmosphere. By September, nearly all classrooms will be outfitted with interactive whiteboards and computers integrated into the school’s wireless network. Madrid itself boasts an extensive array of cultural, sporting, and social activities. The city is renowned for its world-class art galleries, museums, and remarkable architecture, establishing it as one of Europe’s premier cities. North of Madrid, several mountain ranges provide opportunities for wildlife observation, excellent hiking, and skiing during the winter months, with the closest ski resort just forty-five minutes away. Socially, Madrid is often referred to as the city that never sleeps, characterized by a vibrant café culture. It's not uncommon for the city to experience traffic congestion even at three in the morning. While the atmosphere is energetic, it remains welcoming and safe, unlike some city centers found in the UK. The city and its surroundings offer a high quality of life for those ready to embrace Spanish culture. 2. School details King’s College serves over 1500 students and is set to grow to more than 2000 over the next three years. The school operates across three campuses, with the main location approximately twenty kilometers outside of Madrid. Academic performance is exceptional, boasting a 93% pass rate for GCSEs and a 98% pass rate at A Level. The sixth form stands among the largest in Europe, with students primarily gaining admission to prestigious institutions such as the Russell Group of universities in the UK, the Ivy League in the USA, and leading universities in Spain. A notable strength of the school lies in its working environment. Classrooms are equipped with modern interactive whiteboards and similar technology, and a strong rapport exists between teachers and students. The school fosters a robust work ethic, allowing educators to focus on instruction, with behavioral issues being a rarity.