Guiding excellence, making Llandudno Primary School a global leader in primary school education:• Leading strategically to inspire teachers, shaping a vision of learner success through fostering innovative teaching.• Empowering teachers, championing their development, and promoting collaborative team work focused on ever greater levels of quality teaching and learning in our classrooms.• Evaluating and assessing progress, ensuring efficient resource management and accountability for delivering a world-class, well-rounded educational experience for our learners.Nurturing well-being among our most precious resource; our staff and learners:• Safeguarding and prioritizing learner safety and inclusion, creating a climate of respect and belonging for all who call Llandudno Primary their school.• Building solid trust by collaborating with our partners, families, and the community, and authentically addressing wishes for the future as well as feedback for immediate improvement.• Embracing and celebrating the diversity of our school family, and fostering a love for its values, while taking full advantage of our coastal school environment for staff and learner health.

• Educator with a global perspective dedicated to empowering underprivileged learners in an English-as-a-second-language setting• In partnership with EMG and the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training, facilitated Mathematics and Science classes for Grade 9 students across multiple public schools in Ho Chi Minh City. The objective was to enhance student performance• Pioneered the creation of an integrated learning program that seamlessly melded the practical application of the British Key Stage National Curriculum with a comprehensive grasp of the Vietnamese Curriculum• Actively collaborated with EMG peers to generate and distribute educational resources, ensuring equitable access to high-caliber materials for all students• Adhered to Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training guidelines while adapting teaching methodologies to cater to individual learner needs, ensuring the mastery of English, Mathematics, and Science subjects• Diligently monitored student progress, regularly furnishing reports on educational engagement and academic advancement. Proficiently identified areas for improvement and executed targeted interventions as necessary• Demonstrated adept communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive rapport with students, colleagues, and parents• Displayed proficiency in curriculum development and implementation, with a focus on harmonizing diverse learning approaches to meet the demands of a multicultural student body• Successfully collaborated with colleagues from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds• Cultivated robust organizational and time-management proficiencies, adeptly prioritizing tasks and meeting stringent deadlines• Committed to the pursuit of educational equity and social justice, with a resolute dedication to affording every student access to exceptional learning opportunities• Employed on a three-month full-time contractual basis

• Socially-conscious international teacher of disadvantaged learners within an English-as-a-second-language context• Taught Grades 3 and 4 English, Mathematics, and Science lessons at various public schools in Ho Chi Min City as part of a collaborative effort between EMG and the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training to improve learner performance• Designed and developed the integrated learning program, which combined the practicality and application of the British Key Stage National Curriculum with a thorough systematic and theoretical understanding of the Vietnamese Curriculum• Collaborated with teaching colleagues at EMG to produce and share learning resources, ensuring that all students had access to high-quality materials• Ensured that students learned the subjects of English, Mathematics, and Science in accordance with Vietnam Ministry of Education and Training regulations, while also adapting teaching methods to meet the needs of individual learners• Monitored students’ progress and provided regular reports regarding their educational participation and academic progress, identifying areas for improvement and implementing interventions as needed• Enacted communication and interpersonal skills, employing the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents• Applied expertise in curriculum development and implementation, with a focus on integrating different learning approaches and meeting the needs of diverse learners• Worked collaboratively with colleagues from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds• Honed strong organizational and time-management skills, engaging the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines• Focused on ensuring that all students have access to high-quality learning opportunities, committed to social justice and equity in education• Employed on a three-month full-time contractual basis

• International Baccalaureate teacher at a well-respected school serving a multi-cultural learner body from diverse population groups• Developed and prepared innovative and engaging courses that were aligned with the approved curriculum and catered to the diverse learning needs of students.• Delivered lessons using a systematic plan that incorporated a variety of teaching methodologies, including discussions, audio-visual presentations, and field trips.• Led students in extracurricular activities to promote their physical, mental, and social development, and enhance their school readiness.• Assigned, monitored, and graded homework, tests, and assignments, providing detailed feedback to students to aid their progress.• Assessed the progress of students regularly, using a range of assessment tools and strategies, and discussed the results with students, parents, and school officials to provide appropriate support.• Identified individual learning needs and designed and implemented remedial programs to provide extra help for students struggling with particular concepts.• Participated in staff meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to remain up-to-date with the latest teaching trends and developments.• Supervised and mentored teachers' aides and student teachers, providing guidance and support to facilitate their professional growth and development.• Collaborated with colleagues and school administration to develop and implement school-wide initiatives aimed at enhancing student learning outcomes and promoting a positive school culture.• Demonstrated a commitment to upholding the ethical and professional standards of the teaching profession and served as a role model for students and colleagues alike.

• Provided visionary leadership in supporting disadvantaged learners’ education through excellent management of academic and operational functions of the school• Planned, organised, directed, controlled, and evaluated the activities of teachers and support staff, ensuring their compliance with government requirements and organisational goals set by the school board• Administered the review of academic programmes and planning toward enhanced student performance, resulting in a significant improvement in academic outcomes• Managed teaching and learning within the school by structuring the use of human resources appropriately, establishing standard operating and administrative procedures, facilitating class allocations and sizes, and managing the production of timetables• Developed procedures for, and managed, record keeping, resulting in efficient documentation and data management processes• Exercised managerial oversight of school facility maintenance, ensuring that the school environment is conducive to learning and safe for all students and staff• Assisted with the preparation and administration of the school's budget, ensuring optimal utilisation of resources for effective delivery of quality education• Assisted with the management of recruiting and hiring teachers and other staff, ensuring that the school has competent and committed staff to support student learning• Delivered curriculum within the classroom, providing students with high-quality instruction and engaging them in meaningful learning experiences- Taught Grade 5 (11-year-old) learners Life Skills (two hours per week)- Taught Grade 7 (13-year-old) learners Life Orientation (three hours per week)• Represented Disa Primary School in the media, promoting the school's mission and achievements to the wider public and engaging stakeholders in supporting the school's efforts. Two examples here:- https://youtu.be/YZIEjNLEUbY (live on national television)- https://youtu.be/GJnO3aMYSeE

• Socially-conscious political communicator and activist who sought to utilize expertise in social media management, communication strategy development, and community engagement to drive positive political and social change for the betterment of disadvantaged groups in South Africa.• Successfully led and coordinated a team of social media managers for the Democratic Alliance, the official opposition party of South Africa.• Took complete responsibility for the party's national communication online, ensuring consistency and effectiveness in messaging across all digital channels.• Expanded the party's online voter reach, earning critical acclaim as South Africa's best political social media presence at the time.• Developed and executed a comprehensive social media strategy, including content creation, community engagement, and online advertising, that aligned with the party's values and goals.• Monitored and analyzed social media metrics to continuously optimize content and improve audience engagement and conversion.• Actively monitored and responded to online feedback, effectively managing and addressing any negative sentiment or concerns.• Leveraged social media as a platform for fundraising, volunteer recruitment, and voter mobilization, contributing to the party's overall success and growth.• Received the 'Complete Ownership' award from the DA CEO for demonstrating a professional and engaged leadership style.

• Produced educational content and edited an educational newspaper supplement funded by a corporate responsibility initiative aimed at supporting disadvantaged learners' education.• Successfully managed teams of graphic designers and teachers during educational content production to ensure high-quality educational materials were produced.• Authored and published a weekly 12-page national newspaper supplement with a readership of 1.2 million copies per week.• Authored and published curriculum-aligned Grade 1-3 English and Maths learner activity books that were used by disadvantaged learners to enhance their educational experience.• Designed and edited Grades 4-6 lesson plans in two whole subjects for a South African provincial department of education. These lesson plans were implemented in every public school in the province to support the education of disadvantaged learners.• Collaborated with a variety of stakeholders, including teachers, graphic designers, and corporate sponsors to ensure that the educational materials produced were effective, engaging, and accessible to all learners.• Developed a strong understanding of the education sector, including curriculum requirements, teaching methods, and the challenges facing disadvantaged learners.• Demonstrated a commitment to improving the educational outcomes of disadvantaged learners, and a passion for using education as a tool for social change.• Utilized excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage with stakeholders, promote educational initiatives, and ensure that the needs of disadvantaged learners were met.• Demonstrated strong leadership skills, including the ability to motivate teams, set goals, and ensure that projects were completed on time and to a high standard.• Maintained a strong focus on innovation, constantly seeking new ways to improve educational outcomes for disadvantaged learners through the development of new and effective educational materials.

• Developed innovative lesson plans and teaching strategies to help learners overcome language barriers and improve their English language proficiency.• Implemented personalized learning approaches to cater to each student's individual learning needs, resulting in increased engagement and academic success.• Fostered a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, promoting critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration among students.• Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement effective teaching practices and curriculum to promote academic excellence.• Encouraged parental involvement in the learning process, building strong relationships with parents and guardians to support student success both in and out of the classroom.English Teacher, 2010• Conducted English language classes for 8 Grade 7 and 8 classes consisting of 13- and 14-year-old learners.• Taught and assessed 5 hours of English per class per week, for a total of 40 hours per week.• Completed approximately 1600 hours of English teaching and assessment per school year.• Focused on teaching English as a second language in a disadvantaged township school setting.Grade 4 Homeroom Teacher, 2011-12• Taught and assessed 40 disadvantaged Grade 4 learners from township areas in a homeroom teacher capacity.• Conducted classes for various subjects including English, Life Skills, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences and Technology, and Mathematics.• Taught 6 hours of English per week and approximately 240 hours of tuition per class per school • calendar year.• Flourished in a multicultural educational context, educating learners from diverse backgrounds, all of whom were English second language speakers.