Middle School Division Director - IBMYP - 2025-2026 (preferred) or 2026-2027

Job Title:  Division Director - Middle School - IBMYP

Department: Academic Administration

FTE/ Benefits Status: Full Time/Benefited

Supervisor: Assistant Head of School for Academic 

Visa Eligibility:  Yes

International School of Denver (ISDenver) is an independent school that teaches the curricula and fulfills the highest educational standards of the United States, China, France, and Spain to prepare its students to thrive in a diverse and competitive global society.  ISDenver is a prestigious International Baccalaureate World School offering immersion bilingual international education from PreK-G8, and is accredited by the Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS) and participating governments. To learn more about ISDenver, please visit our website.

Staff and Faculty members are the cornerstone of our school. In addition to driving the school’s operations, they must also embody the school’s values and believe in the school’s mission:

ISDenver Values: Diversity, Integrity, Compassion, Responsibility, Perseverance

ISDenver Mission: Our inclusive, globally minded community develops highly motivated and academically successful bilingual learners who are inter-culturally adept and make positive contributions in a complex world.

Position Summary: The Division Director will offer instructional and administrative leadership that inspires and supports staff in achieving excellence, ensuring the best possible opportunities for student growth and development, both academically and personally.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that people of color and people who do not identify as cisgender men are less likely to apply to jobs unless their experience specifically matches the qualifications. At ISDenver we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the candidate we are looking for!

• Support the ISDenver Mission, Vision, Values, and Beliefs and be a proactive advocate for the school
• Serve as a key representative of the division in admissions, advancement, and other external outreach efforts
• Support a dynamic student life program, including clubs, enrichment opportunities, and other programming
• Act as the primary contact point for staff, students, and parents in the daily operational running of the assigned building and/or division
• Work with the division leadership team and faculty to ensure the effective implementation of behavior management policies
• Convene with parents as needed to discuss student behavior, academic progress, and general inquiries about the division, in alignment with the ISDenver organizational chart.
• Lead and/or manage assemblies, contributing to the whole school social and emotional learning program
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the school’s strategic plan and annual action plan.
• Lead and manage the evaluation of learning and teaching within the Division under the authority of HoS
• Supervise the teacher evaluation and growth process
• Support parent and student interviews for new applicants, as needed, in collaboration with the admissions team.
• Work with admissions to recruit new students
• Lead student retention efforts
• In partnership with the Assistant Head and Head of School, recruit, hire, and retain outstanding educators committed to bilingual, international education
• Support the IB Coordinators with the induction and support of all new staff and students 
• Develop divisional grade transition protocols in consultation with the whole-school Counselor and the relevant Division Directors
• Assist with coordinating and facilitating staff meetings, in-service training, and professional development sessions. 
• In consultation with IB Coordinators and the Director of Finance, be responsible for the allocation of PD funds
• Oversee and monitor assigned staff duties within the division 
• Manage the production of course guides and curriculum statements with the IB Coordinators
• Keep the appropriate IB  Coordinator accountable for the vertical and horizontal alignment of the curriculum within the division
• Contribute content for the parent newsletter, external communications, and the ISDenver website
• Assist in the compilation of the calendar and events 
• Serve as a member of the whole school senior management and curriculum review teams
• Secure substitutes for the division
• Manage the student support services for the division in liaison with the head of student services
• Performs other duties as required 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

We are looking for people who support our mission and values and want to join us in creating a nurturing, supportive, and caring environment for our students. We take great pride in how much our students love to be at our school and with our staff; a true desire to create an environment where our students are known and cared for is imperative for any candidate. Being kind, compassionate, and open-minded and having a team-first mentality are characteristics integral for anyone joining our community. 

• Accessible, approachable, and welcoming, with the ability to manage confidential situations with discretion, respect, and sensitivity
• The ability to see what needs to be done and to take initiative in doing it; a hands-on leader
• A life-long learner who continually enhances his/her skills, using state-of-the-art technologies to maintain high standards of performance 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism in all aspects of the job
• Commitment to promoting the benefits of PK-8 education
• Commitment to collaborating with and supporting classroom and specialist teachers as part of a cohesive team  
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, management, and communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Fluent in English, with proficiency in additional languages preferred (Chinese, French, and/or Spanish) 
• Experience with or commitment to learning the International Baccalaureate Programme and commitment to delivering the ISDenver curriculum
• Collaborative, team-oriented, globally- and open-minded, innovative, and compassionate
• Demonstrates professionalism, punctuality, and reliability
• Commitment to learning about and implementing whole community practices in the classroom and school community
• Lived experience in multicultural settings, including international work experience, and an appreciation and respect for all cultures
• Knowledge of and proficiency in age and developmentally appropriate teaching methods (required)
• Technological and computer competency (Google Suite, database management, etc.)

Education/Experience:

 Required:

• Masters degree or international equivalent

• English proficiency with excellent verbal and written communication skills (required)

  • Level B2 required, C1+ preferred (based on Common European Framework of References for Languages) or equivalent certification such as TOEFL or IETLS.

• Experience in supervising the faculty process 

• Previous experience as the instructional leader, trainer or mentor for age appropriate teaching and learning strategies

• Experience working with students with a range of learning styles and differences in the mainstream classroom

• Well versed in 21st century methodologies with an eye toward innovation and creativity and a commitment to ongoing professional learning and development

• Cross cultural exposure and understanding

• Experience of successful teaching and leadership in an independent school

Preferred:

• Experience in one or more of the International Baccalaureate Programmes

• Experience in immersion education

• Demonstrated knowledge and strong experience in technology and its integration within the school program

Physical Demands:

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally be required to bend, stoop or kneel.

Location and Schedule:  Expected work hours are 7:45am-3:45pm, M-F; you may have to work outside of these hours periodically. This job does not have remote work flexibility. All employees must be based in Denver, CO.

Benefits (please see ISDenver benefits summary information here):

• Generous Time Off: 

  • Paid leave for all full-time staff: Thanksgiving break (3 days), winter break (2 weeks), 4th of july week (1 week)

  • Faculty: summer break (~ 2 months), October, February, and April breaks (1 week each), 6 days FTO (prorated for part-time positions)

  • Year Round Administrative staff: FTO accrued starting first day of work, 20 days FTO/year as base FTO

  • FTO encompasses most time off such as sick, personal, and vacation time

• Cigna Medical, Dental and Vision insurance with significant school contribution to Medical and Dental

• Employer-paid Life, Long- and Short-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, and AD&D

• Supplemental insurance available through Colonial

• Employer contribution to 401k regardless of employee participation

• Tuition remission and discounted co-curricular clubs for children enrolled at ISDenver

• Discounted summer and break camps for children of full-time staff (ISDenver enrollment not required)

• J-1 visa sponsorship for teachers

• Relocation allowance

• Free daily lunch

• Professional Development opportunities

• Staff appreciation and cultural celebration events

• ...and more! 

Interviews: Interviews may be conducted in person, by telephone or via video conferencing. Only applicants to be invited for an interview will be contacted; no phone calls or emails, please. ISDenver does not consider nor save information sent for non-posted positions. 

Notes: 

• Job descriptions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

• All employees are required to undergo, at minimum, a Colorado Department of Human Services required background check prior to employment.  Certain positions may require more extensive background checks.

• Racism, misogyny, classism, ableism, homophobia, and transphobia do not represent the values of ISDenver and will not be tolerated.

ISDenver values the unique perspectives and strengths that all members of our community bring. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, ISDenver is committed to creating a workplace that does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.