Elementary Academic Coordinator

About the role

St. Mary School, a private institution founded in 2005 offering a bilingual curriculum from early childhood through high school, is hiring an Elementary Academic Coordinator. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Managua, Nicaragua, overseeing elementary-level academic programs so they align with school standards, Catholic values and bilingual learning objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate lesson planning with teachers and review instructional materials
• Monitor student progress and support data-informed academic decisions
• Collaborate with faculty to design and refine curricula and provide guidance on classroom strategies
• Organize professional development for teaching staff
• Provide academic advising for families and support assessment processes
• Contribute to school-wide initiatives that improve teaching quality and student outcomes

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field; an advanced degree or specialized training in curriculum or administration is an asset
• Experience in elementary-level teaching or school coordination, and in academic advising
• Experience in bilingual or international education settings; Spanish and English proficiency is highly beneficial
• Commitment to Catholic educational values, ecological awareness, inclusivity and child-centered learning

Required skills

• Curriculum development: designing, implementing and evaluating instructional programs
• Research skills to analyze academic data and evaluate educational practices
• Strong written and verbal communication with students, families and staff
• Organization, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities