The Aga Khan Academy Mombasa is an International Baccalaureate World School and the first in the network of Aga Khan Academies established by His Highness the Aga Khan. We provide students with an education of the highest standard to prepare them for lives characterized by leadership and service. We are seeking a reflective, dynamic, and pedagogically strong PYP Coordinator to join our Junior School Leadership Team. This is a key middle leadership role responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), ensuring high-quality teaching and learning across the school.
Key Responsibilities
Programme & Curriculum Leadership
Lead the planning, implementation, monitoring, and ongoing development of the PYP programme.
Oversee and refine the Programme of Inquiry (POI) to ensure vertical and horizontal alignment, conceptual depth, and transdisciplinary coherence.
Ensure the written, taught, and assessed curriculum are aligned and documented.
Monitor the impact of the programme on student learning and outcomes, using data to inform improvement.
Ensure the programme reflects inquiry-based learning, student agency, and the IB Learner Profile.
Pedagogical Leadership & Teacher Development
Provide pedagogical leadership across the programme, modeling and promoting best practices in inquiry-based learning.
Coach and support teachers in planning, assessment, and differentiation.
Lead collaborative planning and reflection cycles.
Design and facilitate ongoing professional development, including IB-mandated training.
Support the induction of new staff into the PYP.
IB Programme Implementation & Compliance
Ensure the school meets all IB standards and practices.
Lead processes related to IB authorization and evaluation, including programme review and action planning.
Act as the primary liaison between the school and the International Baccalaureate (IB).
Collaboration & Community
Lead a culture of collaborative planning, professional inquiry, and reflective practice.
Ensure teachers access and effectively use IB frameworks, documentation, and professional learning communities.
Communicate effectively with parents and the wider community about the PYP programme.
Lead and support key learning events (e.g., exhibitions, learning journeys).
Leadership & School Development
Contribute as a member of the Junior School Leadership Team.
Support the development of the school’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities.
Lead and support whole-school initiatives related to teaching and learning.
Support the organization of school systems, including timetabling, events, and staffing logistics.
Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and a recognized teaching qualification.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an inquiry-based or IB setting.
Experience in a leadership or coordination role.
Strong understanding of the PYP framework, inquiry-based pedagogy, and assessment for learning.
IB training and/or IBEN experience (preferred).
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and drive pedagogical improvement.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the Aga Khan Academy recruitment portal at krb-xjobs.brassring.com.
