Confidently Step Into IB Teaching in Just
6 Modules
Preparing for IB Teaching: A Starter Kit gives new IB teachers the clarity, structure, and confidence they need without the overwhelm.
Starting your IB teaching journey can feel intimidating
Confusing jargon?
Not sure how to start?
Feeling unsure if you are “doing it right"?
If you are nodding along, you are not alone. Most teachers feel lost when they first step into IB teaching.
Imagine this instead:
You understand the IB principles and how to implement them in your teaching.
You walk into the classroom with confidence.
You know exactly what to focus on in your first weeks.
This is exactly what PREPARING FOR IB-TEACHING: A STARTER KIT delivers.
PREPARING FOR IB-TEACHING: A STARTER KIT
Dr Carmen Millán - Creator of the Starter Kit
Teaching within the IB framework can feel like stepping into a whole new world. The philosophy is rich, the expectations are high, and the structures can seem overwhelming when you are just starting out.
Training opportunities for starting your IB teaching journey are not always easy to access; and without the right guidance, even experienced teachers can feel lost.
This Starter Kit changes that ...
Preparing for IB-Teaching: A Starter Kit gives you a clear, practical foundation right from the start so you can step into your IB role with confidence.
Whether you are taking the course as self-paced learning or as part of an intensive induction programme, you will come away with the tools to make sense of the IB principles and apply them directly in your classroom.
Across six modules, you will explore the essentials of the IB philosophy from understanding the IB Mission Statement, to nurturing lifelong learners, to guiding students through their capstone projects.
Each module is focused on real benefits: saving you time, demystifying the framework, and empowering you to build the kind of classroom where both you and your students thrive.
Module 1:
INTRODUCING IB TEACHING
This module grounds you in the philosophy, structure, and expectations of teaching in the IB context.
Gain confidence in explaining the IB philosophy to colleagues, parents, and students.
Understand how the IB’s mission connects to everyday classroom practice.
Feel prepared to navigate the structure of the IB Continuum (PYP/MYP/DP/CP) without feeling overwhelmed.
Module 2:
THE LEARNER PROFILE IN ACTION
This module shows how to bring the ten IB Learner Profile attributes to life in authentic classroom practice.
Confidently design tasks that help students embody IB values such as risk-taking and open-mindedness.
Strengthen classroom culture by making the attributes visible in daily teaching.
Build stronger student motivation by showing how attributes connect to real-world skills and future opportunities.
Module 3:
INTERNATIONAL-MINDEDNESS IN THE CLASSROOM
This module helps you connect global perspectives to your local context.
Learn how to design learning experiences that build empathy and cultural awareness.
Create lessons that link your subject content to global issues, preparing students for a connected world.
Encourage students to see themselves as active participants in a diverse international community.
Module 4:
APPROACHES TO LEARNING
This module shows how ATLs connect subject teaching with lifelong learner skills.
Learn how to integrate ATL skills into lesson planning so students see their relevance.
Build strategies to support student self-management, research, communication, thinking, and social skills.
Save planning time by seeing exactly where ATL links naturally to your subject.
Module 5:
INTRODUCING CONCEPT-BASED LEARNING
This module introduces the principles of concept-based learning and how they transform teaching and assessment.
Understand why the IB is concept-driven.
Engage students through “big ideas” that make your subject more meaningful.
Design units that go beyond memorisation and promote deeper understanding.
Module 6:
MYP PROJECTS & DP EXTENDED ESSAY
Explore the capstone elements of the IB: the MYP Community & Personal Projects and the DP Extended Essay. This module clarifies their purpose, structure, and teacher responsibilities.
Support students effectively in managing large, independent research projects.
Understand your role in supervising and guiding without taking over.
Help students develop transferable research and writing skills that carry into higher education.
With over 25 years of experience across Higher and Secondary Education, including 15 years as an IB educator, I know how confusing and overwhelming those first months can feel. I created this course to give new IB teachers what I wish I had: a simple, structured roadmap that builds confidence from day one so that they can focus on what matters most: to support and inspire your students.
Teachers' Comments:
Cynthia
As the Head of MYP in a newly established IB school, I found this IB course to be exceptionally well-designed and practical. The content was clear and easy to follow, allowing me to learn at my own pace while exploring each activity in depth. This flexibility gave me valuable time to reflect on how to implement the IB principles effectively within my school context. The course provided a strong foundation in the fundamentals of the IB framework and greatly supported my understanding as we continue to build and strengthen our MYP programme.
Santosh
This enriching program has given me deeper insights into best practices for International Baccalaureate teaching, and I’m eager to bring this knowledge into my work with students and fellow educators. I plan to revisit and refer to these modules and my notes regularly as I continue to grow on my journey as an IB educator.
Pankaj
It has helped me teach students, teachers and coordinators. Amazing - the learnings can be applied in-person and virtually.
Asma
It has changed my learning and given me new avenues to move forward, using strategies according to your guidance.
Kateřina
Your course helped me understand basics of IB. You very well explained the whole idea behind IB and its principles and methods. Would definitely recommend for people who are new in IB and want to understand how it works.
Kelly
I have enjoyed refreshing my knowledge and that has eased the overwhelming feeling of having to start all over again. I would recommend to others who are only just starting.
Viktoryia
It's been a very good experience, full of well-structured and detailed information. I'd definitely recommend it to those who start their journey within IB to get a clear understanding and to feel less stressed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely!
Most new IB teachers feel overwhelmed by the jargon, the assessments, and the unfamiliar structure. This course strips away the confusion and gives you practical strategies you can use straight away. By the end, you will not just “understand the IB”, you will feel clear, confident, and ready to teach with impact.
IB resources are excellent, but they can feel overwhelming at first. With over 25 years’ experience as a teacher and leader, I know where new IB educators often struggle. I make the principles clear and practical, guiding you step by step so you can confidently apply them in your classroom.
Absolutely! That is exactly why we built this course. The Starter Kit is self-paced, with short, focused lessons designed to fit into a busy schedule. By investing just 15–20 minutes at a time now, you will save yourself hours later. Instead of struggling to “work out the IB” on your own, you will have a clear roadmap that makes everything faster, simpler, and more manageable.
Official IB training begins only once you are already in an IB school, leaving many teachers feeling unprepared. Unlike time-limited IB workshops, this course is always available, explains the essentials clearly, and remains a resource you can return to anytime - like having a mentor constantly by your side, from day one.
When you understand the IB principles, everything clicks into place; your lesson planning gets easier, assessments make sense, and you can focus on what really matters: inspiring your students. This course not only helps you survive your first year as an IB educator, it sets you up to thrive in your teaching career and make a lasting impact on the next generation.
We never want you to feel stuck with something that does not serve you. This is why we offer a 14-day money-back guarantee. If you complete the lessons and still do not feel more confident teaching IB, we will refund you in full. No stress, no awkwardness - just a genuine commitment to making sure you feel supported.
This guarantee reflects our confidence in the quality and effectiveness of our programmes.
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The Starter Kit is perfect for schools, whether used as an individual professional development tool or as part of an induction programme for new staff. We also offer an exclusive Membership package. Please contact us to find out more.
STEP INTO YOUR IB TEACHING ROLE WITH CONFIDENCE
Preparing for IB-Teaching: A Starter Kit gives you the clarity you need
to succeed from day one.
Disclaimer: This course and all the resources provided were created by Dr Carmen Millán, drawing on over 15 years of experience teaching the IB. They are independent resources designed to support educators in understanding and applying IB principles in practice. This content is not affiliated with or endorsed by the International Baccalaureate Organization.