Academic Coordinator

Academic Coordinator – Sumedha Noble International College

Job Overview

Sumedha Noble International College (Pvt) Ltd is seeking a dedicated and experienced Academic Coordinator – Cambridge Programme to lead academic excellence across its Cambridge curriculum. This opportunity is ideal for passionate educators with a strong science background and leadership experience in international education. The successful candidate will oversee curriculum implementation, teacher development, examination readiness, and academic quality while contributing to the continued growth of one of Sri Lanka’s emerging international schools.

Position Details

Job Title: Academic Coordinator – Cambridge Programme
Company: Sumedha Noble International College (Pvt) Ltd
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Category: Teaching & Education, Private Jobs
Job Location: Gampaha, Sri Lanka

Company Overview

Sumedha Noble International College (Pvt) Ltd (SUNICO) is a rapidly expanding international school located on a 12-acre campus in Gampaha and is part of the Sumedha Group of Schools. The college offers internationally recognized Cambridge education from Early Years through Advanced Level and continues to invest in modern classrooms, laboratories, and educational facilities to provide high-quality learning experiences.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc.) in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.
• B.Ed., PGDE, or a recognized teaching qualification will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of teaching experience in the Cambridge or Edexcel curriculum at an international school.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Academic Coordinator, Head of Department, Sectional Head, or in a similar leadership role.
• Sound knowledge of Cambridge examination administration, including registration cycles, syllabus updates, moderation, and assessment procedures.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, teachers, parents, and examination bodies.

Key Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

• Coordinating the Cambridge curriculum from IGCSE/O-Level to AS/A2, with a primary focus on the Science stream.
• Supervising and mentoring teachers through lesson observations, structured feedback, and professional development.
• Leading examination readiness by managing examination entries, mock examinations, result analysis, and academic improvement plans.
• Overseeing science laboratory programmes and practical activities.
• Monitoring teaching quality and academic performance across the Cambridge pathway.
• Reporting directly to the Head of College and the Directress.
• Supporting curriculum planning, implementation, and continuous academic improvement.
• Collaborating with academic staff to achieve outstanding student outcomes.

Required Skills

• Cambridge curriculum coordination
• Academic leadership
• Science education
• Teacher mentoring and supervision
• Examination administration
• Curriculum planning
• Educational quality assurance
• Lesson observation
• Student performance analysis
• Leadership and team management
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Report writing
• Organizational skills
• Problem-solving

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience.
• Direct leadership reporting with streamlined decision-making.
• Opportunity to work in a rapidly expanding international school.
• Access to modern classrooms, laboratories, and educational facilities.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Supportive academic environment focused on excellence and innovation.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their updated CV together with copies of educational qualifications and two professional referees via email.

Email: ydcanwaloka@gmail.com

Please mention “Academic Coordinator – SUNICO” in the subject line of your email.

Important Notes

• Job Location: Gampaha, Sri Lanka.
• Closing Date: Applications close 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.
• Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed by the Chairman and the Directress.
• Candidates with strong Cambridge curriculum leadership experience and a science education background are highly encouraged to apply.