Academic Corordinator at Millie's British International School(MBIS)

Job Summary

• We are seeking a dedicated, highly organised, and ethically grounded Academic Coordinator to lead and supervise the academic arm of our Nursery and Primary School.
• This role is pivotal to ensuring teaching quality, curriculum fidelity, assessment integrity, and learner progress.
• If you are passionate about education, can mentor teachers, unafraid to uphold high standards and step in when necessary to maintain continuity in instruction, this leadership opportunity is for you.

About the Role

• As Academic Coordinator, you will oversee all aspects of teaching and assessment. You will be responsible for ensuring consistent, high-quality lesson delivery, using the school’s structured British curriculum materials.
• You will also be expected to provide instructional support and guidance to teachers, and when needed, step into the classroom to cover lessons and ensure no learning time is lost.
• This is not just a supervisory role — it is an active, hands-on leadership position that requires deep engagement with daily teaching and learning.

Core Responsibilities
Your day-to-day tasks will include:
Instructional Oversight & Support:

• Coordinate and supervise daily teaching activities in all Nursery and Primary classes
• Conduct lesson observations to confirm alignment with the school-provided curriculum materials and provide professional feedback to staff
• Provide on-the-ground support to teachers during instructional hours
• Step into the classroom to cover lessons when a teacher is absent or unavailable
• Mentor teachers on instructional techniques, marking consistency, and professional conduct

Assessment & Reporting:

• Ensure timely and accurate administration and marking of all school-based assessments
• Track teacher performance, learner progress, and marking standards
• Support the preparation and timely submission of pupil progress reports
• Ensure all pupil reports are accurate, comprehensive, and submitted on time

Curriculum & Academic Planning;

• Collaborate with the school’s Curriculum Director on curriculum execution and academic performance goals
• Liaise with school leadership on curriculum reviews, learner needs, and staffing gaps

Staff Development & Coordination:

• Contribute to teacher recruitment, onboarding, and development
• Attend academic meetings, training sessions, and instructional reviews

Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education (B.Ed); a PGDE is a plus
• Minimum of 3 years experience in an academic leadership or supervisory role
• Strong background in primary-level instruction within a structured school system
• TRCN certification is highly desirable
• Exceptional written and spoken English communication skills
• Highly proficient in: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and email communication
• Strong understanding of lesson planning, curriculum alignment, assessment cycles, and pupil tracking
• Proven ability to mentor teachers and enforce academic standards
• High standards of professionalism, consistency and ethical conduct

What We’re Looking For:

• This role goes beyond administration—it is hands-on instructional leadership at its core. We’re seeking a confident, proactive leader who is deeply committed to academic excellence, consistent standards, and continuous school improvement.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a clear vision for academic excellence and consistency, and work daily to uphold it across all classes
• Be fully present, hands-on, and engaged in daily teaching and learning practices
• Lead by example, demonstrating high-quality teaching, strong work ethic, and professional integrity
• Mentor and manage teaching staff with both firmness and support, fostering growth while holding everyone to non-negotiable standards
• Inspire teachers while confidently challenging mediocrity and addressing underperformance
• Be passionate about curriculum integrity, learner progress, and assessment accountability
• Work practically and proactively to improve classroom practice and ensure learners are always progressing
• Operate with fairness, discretion, and strong ethical judgment in all decisions and interactions
• Be committed to the school’s academic mission, ready to solve problems and drive improvement daily.