Job Description
Summary:
Elementary Curriculum Coordinator needed for a school in Seoul. Lead curriculum development and support instructional excellence.
About the School:
A school committed to fostering global citizenship and academic excellence through innovative, inclusive, and standards-driven education.
The Opportunity:
As an Elementary Curriculum Coordinator, you will lead curriculum development, support teachers in creating student-centered lessons, and ensure alignment with global standards. This role offers the chance to shape educational practices and drive continuous improvement across the school.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the review, alignment, and implementation of curriculum frameworks to ensure consistency across grade levels and subjects.
- Support teachers in developing inquiry-based, standards-driven, and student-centered unit and lesson plans.
- Provide guidance on integrating cross-curricular themes such as global citizenship, SEL, and digital literacy.
- Coordinate assessment practices to ensure alignment with standards, benchmarks, and reporting systems.
- Model effective instructional strategies including differentiation, UDL, and EAL-inclusive practices.
- Facilitate professional learning communities, workshops, and coaching cycles for faculty.
- Support new faculty orientation, onboarding, and ongoing training in curriculum and instructional approaches.
- Collaborate with leadership to design and implement professional development plans aligned with school goals.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field.
- Minimum five years of successful full-time elementary teaching experience in an accredited school setting.
- Demonstrated experience with curriculum design, implementation, and assessment practices.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to obtain a work visa in Korea (successful completion of a drug screening process per Korean law).
Preferred
- Previous leadership experience as a coordinator, instructional coach, or team lead.
- Experience in international school settings.
- Training in EAL support, inclusive practices, or instructional coaching.
- Familiarity with accreditation processes (CIS, WASC, IB, etc.).
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and equity package
- Full health, dental, and vision insurance
- Unlimited PTO
- Professional development opportunities
- Support for visa and work permit processes