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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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).