HEAD OF IB - AUSTRALIA

CLOSING DATE: 19 DECEMBER

STARTING DATE: 1 JULY 2026

Description of school:

Established in 1998, Al Zahra College is an independent, co-educational Islamic school located in Sydney, offering a comprehensive education from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. Grounded in Islamic values, the College fosters academic excellence, spiritual growth and holistic development with a diverse and inclusive community. 

As an IB World School, we deliver the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP) alongside the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) curriculum, providing students with both local and international pathways to success. Beyond academics, students engage in sports, arts, leadership, and faith-based programs, cultivating resilience, ethical character, and lifelong success. With over 100 dedicated staff, Al Zahra College is committed to innovative pedagogy, professional development, and the integration of Islamic teachers into a world-class education. 

Brief Description of Position:

The Head of IB will provide strategic leadership and oversight of all IB Programmes (PYP, MYP, DP), ensuring curriculum alignment, compliance with IB standards and readiness for authorisation and evaluation. The role supports high-quality teaching and learning through targeted IB training, mentoring, and professional development for Programme Coordinators, teaching and non-teaching staff. It oversees assessment practices, policy implementation, and continuous improvement of IB pedagogy, while promoting student engagement, facilitating community understanding of the IB philosophy, and collaborating with senior leadership to drive long-term development and excellence across all IB programmes.

As the educational leader for IB Programmes, the Head of IB will:

• Uphold and promote the IB philosophy in alignment with the College’s mission, vision, and values.

• Foster a culture of inquiry, international-mindedness, academic excellence, and collaboration across all IB Programmes.

Work closely with the Headmaster, Programme Coordinators, staff, students, and the wider community to ensure continuous improvement and high-quality implementation of PYP, MYP, and DP.

For a full description of this position please see the following link: here

Selection Criteria:

Essential:

• NESA-accredited teacher with teaching experience. 

• Strong understanding of IB/NESA curriculum and pedagogy. 

• Demonstrated classroom management and communication skills. 

• Commitment to Islamic values and the College’s mission. 

• Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance. 

Desirable:

• Experience teaching in IB World Schools. 

• Familiarity with inquiry-based learning. 

• Postgraduate qualifications in education or Arabic. 

How to apply:

Interested applicants are invited to send their full CV to: headmaster@azc.nsw.edu.au

Please include REF: www.ibschooljobs.com - Application for Position as Head of IB in the subject line of your mail.

www.azc.nsw.edu.au