Diploma Program (DP) Coordinator SY26-27 Washington, DC

Washington, DC Who We Are District of Columbia International School (DCI) is a public charter school serving over 1,600 racially and economically diverse students in grades 6‑12 from across the District of Columbia. We aim to provide our students with a world‑class education that empowers them to follow their passions and change the world. DCI’s education centers on an International Baccalaureate curriculum, advanced language learning in Chinese, Spanish, and French, and a culture focused on student agency supported by 1:1 technology. DP Programme Coordinator The DP Programme Coordinator is the instructional and operational leader of the IB Diploma Programme within the school. This role ensures that the programme is implemented in alignment with IB standards and practices while supporting teachers, students, and families throughout the two‑year Diploma Programme cycle. The DP Coordinator is responsible for pedagogical and administrative leadership, managing the development of the DP Program, coaching teachers, and solving problems. Salary Range: $69,966 - $116,851 (Starting salary is determined by education and years of relevant experience) Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s Degree preferred. Experience in an IB World School and deep understanding of the IB academic culture. Previous experience as a DP, CP, and/or MYP Coordinator preferred. Successful experience in a public high school demonstrating effective interaction with students, families, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. Prior experience as a teacher instructional coach strongly preferred. Experience presenting workshops, professional development, or public speaking. Fluency in Spanish is highly beneficial. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills to build relationships with teachers, school leaders, students and families. Strong analytical, planning, and problem‑solving skills; capable of planning, implementing and monitoring work independently as a leader and as part of a team. Proficiency with multiple technology platforms including G‑Suite tools such as Gmail. Clear background check. Key Responsibilities, Qualities & Skills Lead the DP Program with fidelity to IB standards and practices and consistently improve student outcomes. Ensure compliance with IB DP rules and regulations: assessment and testing management, registration of DP students, submission of assessments, requests for accommodations, programme management, etc. Foster concept‑driven, inquiry‑based approaches to teaching, learning and assessment in grades 11 and 12 through coaching, feedback and PD. Provide leadership to teams and individuals in the written, taught and learned elements of the Diploma Programme curriculum framework. Work with teachers to establish a grade 11 and 12 assessment calendar. Establish and maintain a calendar of IB events and deadlines across grades 11 and 12 with a two‑year planning horizon in partnership with the IB Director. Develop, in coordination with the Terminal Program Specialist, the CAS component of the DP. Support Instructional Departments and Instructional Coaches in understanding relevant aspects of the DP Program. Work closely with school leaders to identify instructional improvement areas impacting the DP Program. Support development and publishing of curriculum documents for the wider school community in print and online. Assist teachers in writing and implementing school‑wide curriculum initiatives. Support departments and leaders in implementing changes driven by IB or DCI reviews. Establish relationships with other IB schools in the D.C. metro area and abroad to foster collaboration. Liaise with IBA Global Center, IBMA regional office and IBCA regularly. Promote the use of IB programme resources and professional development opportunities. Ensure copies of IB publications pertaining to the DP are available to all staff. Support the IB Director in completing the IB Evaluation and other accreditation tasks such as NEASC. Maintain a record of completed planners. Publish the DCI programme of inquiry/subject overviews/course outlines. Assist CAO and IB Director in developing improved instructional practices aligned to the IB. Develop, review, and revise the school’s scope and sequence documents for the DP as needed. Participate in discussions and facilitate DP faculty professional development in collaboration with the CAO and Director of IB. Ensure students and parents understand the IB Program and DP through various mediums. Embed environmental stewardship, social justice, and international mindedness into pedagogy and practice. Embrace Chinese, Spanish, and French cultures by leading and participating in cultural activities. Collaborate with the MYP Coordinator to ensure alignment across grades 6‑12. Guide the school through the DP evaluation process. Other duties as assigned. Faculty and Staff Development / Benefits Health and disability insurance and paid leave. Daily planning time, professional development, and reasonable class sizes. Appropriate technology and support to perform work. #J-18808-Ljbffr DC International School