How To Become An IB / IGCSE Teacher In India

How To Become An IB / IGCSE Teacher In India

How To Become An IB / IGCSE Teacher In India

Being a teacher comprises not only being a master in your subject area but also having the skill to deliver the knowledge effectively to the students in the classroom. The correct guidance provided by a teacher and his/her creativity in teaching is what differentiates one from the other. But first let us understand what an IB and IGCSE board is.

IB

IB is the abbreviation for a very well-known international board, International Baccalaureate. It is a school system which is recognized internationally and comprises three types of educational programmes, such as – The primary years’ programme(Kindergarten – Class 5), The middle years’ programme (Class 6 – Class 10), The diploma programme (Class 11 to Class 12). Schools which are recognized by the IB organization are known as IB World Schools and there are 18 IB World Schools in India. JBCN International School also has an IBDP Programme.

IGCSE

IGCSE is the abbreviation for The International General Certificate of Secondary Education. It is an English language curriculum which is offered to students to prepare them for IB, A-level and BTEC Level 3. This comprises of three educational programmes such as – Cambridge Primary (5-11 years old), Cambridge Secondary 1 (11-14 years old) and Cambridge secondary 2 (14-16 years old). JBCN International School In Oshiwara is one of the Best IGCSE Schools In Mumbai.

One of the basic differences between the two boards is that IB is an educational framework and IGCSE is a functional curriculum based on the English national curriculum. IB board is more practical, focusing on the student’s interests. On the other hand, the IGSCE board seems to be more theoretical; the students are guided a lot by the teachers.

Parents tend to choose IB/ IGCSE board for their children as it has been marked that the students often perform better, think independently, and take part in programmes which could lead them to few high ranking universities in the world. Choosing the right board for your child can have a great impact on their career in the long run!

How To Become An IB/ IGCSE Teacher In India:

How To Become An IB/ IGCSE Teacher

1) Types Of IB Certifications For Teachers

The IB certificate in teaching and learning and the IB advanced certificate in teaching and learning research are two types of certificates offered by the IB program and they are referred to as IB Awards. A teacher can get both the certificates. For the IB certificate in teaching and learning, the teacher must specify the IB Programme for which it is to be used (primary, middle or diploma program).

2) Eligibility

To earn an IB certificate, there are three requirements. Firstly, you should possess a teaching license. Secondly, you must have completed a graduate degree program in the subject area you desire to teach and lastly, you must have at least three years of experience as a classroom teacher.

However, for those seeking the advanced teaching and learning research certificate, require additional requirements which include having taught for 5 years at least as an IB teacher out of which 3 years teaching the same IB courses in a single school.

3) Earning A Certificate

One of the first steps to earn a certificate is to enroll for a course of study at an approved university for seeking the IB certificate. There are various universities which offer an online course for the aspiring IB teachers who don’t have the universities nearby.

The workshops are designed in a manner to introduce the teachers with IB principles and how to implement it in the classroom. After you have successfully completed the course, you have to officially

register for the certificate by filling the registration form and paying the registration fee required. This form should be submitted within one month of completion of the course.

There are various institutes which provide a course for seeking the IB certificate, according to your preference, you may select one which offers online courses if the institutes are not nearby you.

Some of the well-known institutes are Indus Training and Research Institute, The Hans India and Deccan Chronicle. For more information on good teaching, check out our blog on “Benefits of a good teacher”.

4) Qualities That Make You An IB/ IGCSE Teacher

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“IB teachers themselves are lifelong learners who aim to develop the same keen interest in their students”. The approach of IB teachers towards their students includes creativity, openness, and flexibility which makes them distinctive than other teachers. They approach the whole student with inquiry-based instruction and the intention of shaping their students into socially responsible citizens.

IGCSE teachers are confident in their teaching and engage every student present; they are also responsible for themselves and responsive to others at the same time.

They have to be enthusiastic while working with young people, flexible, with global awareness and much to offer. They should be actively involved in academics and extra-curricular activities. And most importantly they must want to develop professionally and are life long learners.

Once you have earned an IB/ IGCSE certificate from a university, the next step is applying for a job to help shape children’s careers! Surf on the internet and look for any openings for a job as an IB/IGCSE teacher and send in your resume. Various Indian job sites can come in handy while searching for a job, such as Naukri.com or Monster.

Source Link: Written By, JBCN International School

35 Comments

  • i want to know more about ib course of mathematics. want to know classes duration and fee structure for the same?

    • I am working as a Secondary School Mathematics teacher in Reputed CBSE School. I have Total 9 years of teaching experience in various Curriculum schools. I would like to know about IGCSE and IB Teaching Certificates. am I eligible for IGCSE and IB Curriculum? How to get teaching Certificate?
      Because I want to start my career in IGCSE or IB curriculum.

      • Hi this is srujana i completed my post graduation and professional course B.ed too .Iam working as teacher for chemistry in cbse school.my experience is 10 years in teaching high school .I want to improve my skills and upgrade my knowledge .

    • I am working as a Secondary School Economics teacher in Reputed CBSE School. I have Total 9 years of teaching experience in various Curriculum schools. I would like to know about IGCSE and IB Teaching Certificates. am I eligible for IGCSE and IB Curriculum? How to get teaching Certificate?
      Because I want to start my career in IGCSE or IB curriculum.

  • Hello , I am looking to apply for the IB certification in 2020 .Can you help me out with the universities near mumbai and how to go about with the procedures.
    Thankyou

  • Hello, I am Ramesh Kumar, I am looking for IB certification. Can you help me out with the university near Hyderabad, and how to go about the procedure.

  • Hello, i have 12 years of experience as CBSE teacher (PGT biology), I want to have ib diploma cetificate. I am placed in delhi, pls let me know, which universities can provide the certificate and what are their respective charges…

  • I wish to know about English IB diploma course structure and how to pursue it as a career.
    I am an English tgt teacher currently working in a cbse school.

  • Hi,
    I am a Pre-school teacher . I would like to go for IB certification online. Can somebody guide me through.

  • I would like to become a IB teacher, hence want to enroll myself for the IB certification course. Kindly let me know the procedures.

  • I am looking to work in IB school can someone suggest me some University in India which provide IB certificate .

  • Hello I am a CBSE Principal working in cbse for past 5 years but i want to work in IB curriculum. Pl guide how to go about it. The procedure as well as the fees.

  • Hi, I’m Tejaswi. I’m looking forward to become IB teacher. May I know which universities in Hyderabad are offering IB certification courses online and fee particulars for the same

  • Hello Sir pleased to see you all
    I have in total 24 years of teaching experience. I would like to add wings to my professional career.could you please forward me the details?

  • I am a primary teacher, I teach English in IGCSE school, would like to attain IB PYP certificate.
    Kindly let me know how to go about it.

  • I have 10 years of English and Social teaching experience. But in masters I have done Economic and BEd Eng and History. I’m I eligible for doing In and IGCSE.

  • sir this is sambathkumar french higher secondary teacher state board (11 th std ,12th std) as well as for cbsc 9th and 10th standard. i wish to be a part of a IB french teacher . could you help me to progress sir.
    your’s respectively
    b.sambathkumar

  • Hi, i am a b e cse graduate. Was a corporate employee. Was a cuemath teacher. Then I was math teacher for grades 1 to 7 in an IGCSE school for 2 years . Please guide me to enhance my career in the same floor. Thank you in advance.

  • Myself post graduate from political science, B.Ed,did my P.G diploma in Early childhood Education and has an experience of 18years in teaching . Would like enroll myself for online IB course . Reside at Hyderabad, Telangana state. Kindly guide how get into the course and process.

  • Hi , I want to pursue IB course as a teacher . Please guide me in enrolling with best institutes which help me with the IB certification course for teachers in Hyderabad and Jaipur.
    Thank you

  • I am an art teacher teaching in CBSE
    School how can I become an IB teacher have experience over 25 years .

  • Hi , i have worked as assistant professor of biotechnology for 6 yearand completed my PGDCA in educational administration , want to do in certificate,pls guide me

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