General

Position: from 01 August 2026

**Location:**Könneritzstraße 47, 04229 Leipzig, Germany

**Contract:**full-time, initially fixed-term for 2 years followed by the option of a subsequent employment contract with an infinite duration

In our secondary school about 470 students are learning and preparing for the Cambridge IGCSE and IBDP final exams. Our excellent academic results benchmarked against the International Schools’ Assessment and the IGCSE and IB Diploma international examinations, are proof of the quality education we provide at Leipzig International School. The school is fully accredited by the Council of International Schools as well as the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

Your tasks and responsibilities

The DP Coordinator is the pedagogical leader of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), responsible for ensuring high-quality programme implementation in line with IB standards and practices, including authorisation and evaluation requirements. The role includes oversight of curriculum, teaching and learning, and student achievement.

Working closely with the Secondary Principal and Secondary Assistant Principal, the DP Coordinator leads professional learning and programme development, ensuring the effective implementation of the IB Learner Profile and Approaches to Teaching and Approaches to Learning (ATL) across the school.

The DP Coordinator leads academic counselling, oversees all aspects of IB assessment, and uses assessment data to support programme evaluation and school improvement planning. The role also includes responsibility for all IB administrative requirements, including examination sessions, compliance with IB regulations, and the implementation of the Internal Assessment (IA) calendar.

As a member of the Secondary Management Team, the DP Coordinator collaborates with leadership, teachers, students, and families, and contributes to the ongoing development of the IB World School community.

Administrative Leadership

Act as the primary liaison with the IBO, ensuring effective communication and compliance with IB requirements
Manage all DP examination entries and registrations for May and November sessions, including Enquiries Upon Results (EUR)
Lead and oversee examination sessions in accordance with IB regulations, ensuring secure and effective conduct
Oversee the IB budget and related financial processes
Ensure accurate collection, analysis, and reporting of assessment data (Predicted and Final Grades) to inform programme evaluation
Develop, implement, and monitor the Internal Assessment (IA) calendar, ensuring accountability across staff and students
Lead inclusive access arrangements and adverse circumstances processes in line with IB policies
Lead IB authorisation and evaluation processes, including the five-year evaluation cycle
Contribute to Secondary School timetabling

Leadership of Learners and Families

Lead the strategic development of the Diploma Programme, ensuring a broad, balanced, and academically rigorous student experience
Provide academic counselling, including subject selection and guidance aligned with student pathways and post-secondary aspirations
Ensure clear and consistent communication with parents and guardians regarding all aspects of the IB programme
Maintain oversight of subject choices, including course changes and their implications for future pathways
Support student wellbeing, engagement, and accountability within the Diploma Programme
Oversee systems for monitoring student progress, deadlines, and completion of work
Collaborate with the Marketing Department to ensure accurate representation of the IB mission and programme

Leadership of Teachers

Lead the induction of new DP teachers, ensuring understanding of IB philosophy, requirements, and systems (e.g. MyIB)
Disseminate and implement key IB communications, including Coordinator’s Notes
Line manage and support core components: Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
Lead professional learning related to IB teaching and learning, curriculum development, and programme implementation
Observe, coach, and support teachers to ensure effective implementation of ATL and high-quality classroom practice
Analyse assessment data to support departments in improving student outcomes and targeting interventions
Work with Academic Learning Leaders to set and monitor targets for improvement
Oversee curriculum documentation and unit planning to ensure alignment with IB standards and practices
Support recruitment and professional development of DP teachers
Lead programme development in response to IB evaluation recommendations and school priorities

Your profile

Essential

University degree in Secondary Education or a comparable qualification
Experience teaching within the IB Diploma Programme, with a proven track record of success with Secondary School and IBDP students
Strong understanding of IB standards and practices, including assessment and programme requirements
Proven leadership experience, including the ability to lead professional learning and support teacher development
Structured, self-directed, and independent working style
Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with excellent intercultural competence
Ability to use data effectively to support programme evaluation and school improvement
Fluency in English

Desirable

Master’s degree or equivalent in Educational Leadership or related field
Experience as a IBDP Coordinator or in a similar leadership role
Experience with IB authorisation and evaluation processes

What we offer

A vibrant, diverse, and supportive school community
Opportunities for professional growth in a globally connected environment
A chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our learners as they grow into confident, internationally-minded individuals
Wonderful students who are interested in learning
A dynamic and diverse workplace that continues to develop best teaching and learning practice
30 days of paid vacation, and December 24 and 31 designated as non-working days
The chance to engage in the life of the International School in the beautiful city of Leipzig; a historic, green, vibrant university city that is safe, well-connected, and in the cultural heart of Europe
Company benefits such as company pension scheme, supplementary health insurance, moving allowance, JobRad leasing, financial support for a German language course etc. (Awarded the designation of a Socially Responsible Employer)

About us

L eipzig International School GmbH (LIS) is a warm and vibrant non-profit educational community dedicated to fostering learning, growth, and global citizenship. Serving nearly 1,100 students from local and international families, our school offers an enriching experience from kindergarten through secondary school, including integrated before- and after-school care. Guided by our motto, "Learning to be a citizen of the world," we celebrate diversity, internationality, and inclusivity, providing a nurturing environment where students thrive academically, socially, and personally.

Supported by a dedicated team of 250 staff members from 37 nations, LIS ensures a stimulating and supportive learning journey for every child, from their first steps into education to achieving university entrance qualifications. Our symbol, the lion, reflects the courage, strength, and resilience we nurture in our students, qualities that empower them to embrace challenges and transform their lives. At LIS, we are proud to inspire a brighter future through education and to foster a community where every individual belongs and grows.

LIS is an inclusive learning community and does not discriminate on the basis of race, skin colour, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status or sexual orientation.

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