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New York, United States

Founding member of the Senior Leadership Team, leading the creation of an academically ambitiouscurriculum for a world-class school. Overall responsibility for the development of the school's educational framework, policies, and academic standards.• Developed and implemented a comprehensive academic framework that integrates the prestigiousBritish educational standards with the innovative spirit of New York City's educational landscape.• Established robust assessment frameworks that uphold international educational standards whilecatering to the specific needs and expectations of the US education market.• Implemented cost-effective strategies and budgetary controls to optimise educational outcomes whilealigning with financial expectations and constraints set by Amity Education.• Engaged actively with local communities, educational partners, and stakeholders in New York City toenhance the school's visibility, reputation, and collaborative opportunities.• Strategically guided the school's growth and development, expanding its influence and competitivepositioning in the global and local educational landscape.• Positioned the school as a unique educational institution in New York City by leveraging the combinedstrengths of British educational excellence, New York's cultural vibrancy, and international educationalperspectives.

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Integral member of the Academic Leadership Team at Adelaide's premier boys' school, entrusted with spearheading the advancement and growth of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. • Repositioned the IBDP from a niche pathway aimed at the top 5% of academics, to a rewarding curriculum model that could benefit many students. As a result, student enrolment increased by 173% in 2023, with the largest cohort of IB students in PAC history enrolling on the Diploma. • Led an academically ambitious programme, resulting in the highest average grade in PAC history of 40 points from a maximum of 45. Significantly outperforming the global average of 32 and establishing PAC as the top performing IB school in South Australia.• Revamped IB timetable to incorporate scheduled Community Service periods, led by a newly appointed Head of CAS. Amplified student engagement in service activities, elevating PAC's community involvement and impact in Adelaide.• Headed a working party to explore enhanced well-being for Year 12 students by re-evaluating contact hours in the IB programme. Collaborated with Academic Leaders and the IBO to craft an innovative, IB-compliant scheduling approach, advancing student welfare.• Engaged audiences through impactful presentations at various school gatherings, including parent information sessions and keynoting a paid community event with over 150 attendees.

Penang, Malaysia

Worked collaboratively in a strategic setting alongside the Principal to deliver the opening of a new international British curriculum school, in line with the expectations of Stonyhurst College UK and the Board of Directors. • Established academic and pastoral frameworks from the ground up in this new school setting. Collaborated with the UK parent school to craft a comprehensive structure respecting Stonyhurst College's legacy, tailored to the Malaysian local context.• Created weekly social media content including blog posts, webinars, news articles and video updates to inform and target prospective families in the lead up to the school launch. • Directed global recruitment campaign, spanning administrators, teachers, and leaders, aligning staffing with predetermined budgets for efficient school opening.• Led meticulous planning and presentation of school license application to Malaysian Government, securing essential operational license in collaboration with Principal and Chairman of the Board.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Key member of Senior School Leadership Team, responsible for pastoral provision for 150 students and 30 staff, including development planning, the formulation of pastoral strategy and the annual evaluation process.• Collaborated with Vice Principal and Assistant Principals to establish a vertical pastoral system, capable of delivering exceptional care to 1700 students at school capacity. • Developed and implemented behaviour management policy, providing structure and transparency for 300 students in our ambitious learning environment. Co-ordinated day-to-day management of the conduct and behaviour of students in the Senior School. • Designed and executed comprehensive Moral Education Programme, aligned with government mandates. Successfully delivered to 150 students in our inaugural year, earning 'exceeding expectations' rating in annual inspection.• Directed and orchestrated administrative aspects of all parent-focused events, encompassing open days, parent-teacher conferences, and co-curricular showcases.• Conducted continuous staff professional development workshops, including essential statutory safeguarding training for operational, administrative, and academic personnel.

Bangkok Metropolitan Area, Thailand

Co-ordinated day-to-day pastoral management of a senior school House with 150 students and 30 staff. Led academic provision of A Level Economics and Business Studies.• Reviewed, developed and implemented pastoral policies, in collaboration with senior leadership team to create an environment where each student felt safe, valued, and connected and was supported in building the skills and attributes to enable them to flourish.• Chaired a working party of school leaders to develop a strategy to assist third culture students in overcoming challenges they faced living and studying outside of their home country.• Completed Harrow Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership as part of a small team of senior middle leaders. Led Senior School collaborative project to develop opportunities for students to partake in community service activities alongside academic programme throughout final year of the course.

Beijing City, China

Co-ordinated day-to-day co-curricular and House activity management of a senior school House with 200 students and 20 staff. Led academic provision of IBDP and IGCSE Economics.• Oversaw the coordination and management of all House activities for 1 of 6 senior school Houses, leading the House to first place in the extremely competitive and much coveted House Competition for both of my years in charge.• Planned, organised and led the annual Beijing Model United Nations conference. This large scale, 3-day residential conference attracted over 300 students from schools around the world.• Participated in a working group assigned to audit the school's safeguarding procedures in preparation for an ISI inspection. As a result of our recommendations, the school was able to address key concerns to achieve an outstanding final ISI rating for safeguarding.

Mentone, Australia

Herberton, Australia

Cheltenham, Uk

Master'S Degree, Education (International Baccalaureate)

Graduate Certificate, School Management And Leadership

Master'S Degree, Leadership And Management In Education

Pgce, Business And Economics

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Adminstration

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