Having been in education for more than 30 years' my skill set is broad and deep: people and resource management; educational curriculum planning and design; mentoring and facilitating for students, parents and teachers; workshop facilitation and presentation; budgeting; visionary forward planning and execution of strategy; micro-planning & attention to detail; communication skills: written & verbal; proofreading, writing and editing skills; technologically proficient for online delivery. Having taught a range of different curricula, including the ENC (UK Curriculum KS 2+3), IB (PYP& MYP), Cambridge Checkpoint and IEB at various levels, I am adequately skilled to embrace any curriculum; always open to learning new skills and enthusiastically participate in professional development.I regard myself as a life-long learner with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who collaborates effectively in teams, fostering quality relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Addressing the social and emotional needs of students through programs such as Philosophy for Children (P4C) and ‘Positive Discipline in the Classroom’ have long been two areas of interest for me. Having recently completed my training in Teaching Positive Parenting through the PDA (USA), I am passionate about helping parents help their children to be self regulatory, confident yet compassionate - armed with skills for life.In these challenging times, where blended learning has become the order of the day, I am proficient in creating high quality distance learning lessons which are facilitated and delivered through 'Zoom' or similar platforms, as well as providing outstanding pre-recorded lesson materials and videos. Having returned from Russia to South Africa, unable to return due to Covid -19 travel restrictions, initially, and later due to the conflict between Russia & Ukraine, I have been delivering online MYP English and Academic English lessons to Grade 8,9 and 10 (Yr 9,10&11) respectively. Currently, I am self employed as an online international tutor offering ESL, KS2/3, GCSE/IGSCE preparation classes as well as TOEFL and interview skills for seniors applying to colleges and universities in the UK and USA. Currently I am embarking on 'Positive Parenting' coaching to assist parents in the ever challenging times in which we find ourselves. I am excited about what the future holds...
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Self Employed Private Tutor/Mentor/FacilitatorTutorgurus Jun 2022 - PresentSouth AfricaAs a highly skilled educator with international teaching experience and a diverse skillset in a wide range of curricula, I am currently self employed as a teacher/tutor/facilitator & mentor. I also contract to international educational institutions. My offer includes: - Individual & group English lessons for international ESL & First Language students (Yr 4- Yr 12)- Curricula include: Cambridge National English Curriculum KS2+3/ GCSE/IGCSE; IB PYP & MYP & DP; American Core Skills - Language Arts; IEB- TOEFL & IELTS, KET, PET preparation workshops/courses- Skill development: Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking- Critical Thinking Skills- Study Skills - Interviews and Test Taking Skills for entrance into leading international schools and universities- Mentoring & guiding teachers, tutors, parents & students- Positive Discipline in the Classroom Workshops- Positive Parenting Workshops
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Myp &Secondary English TeacherШкола Летово / Letovo School Aug 2021 - May 2022RussiaAn incredible opportunity at Letovo School for gifted students. Unfortunately Covid restrictions and the Russian/Ukraine conflict resulted in us deciding not to return to Russia.My role here was as an IB MYP and Secondary English teacher where my primary duties included: - Unit planning & weekly lesson planning on Canvas- Making provision for individual learning plans where relevant- Teaching blended learning classes during Covid -19 restrictions (zoom and in person teaching)- Attending weekly planning meetings for each phase (5.1,5.2 and Academic English Grade 10 -Yr 11)- Attending departmental & whole school staff meetings- Providing input on internal PD - reflection processes- Assessment and reporting - Contributing to organisation of Language & Culture Fair- Cross curricular project based learning- Field trip accompaniment, parent communication & feedback- Lesson planning and facilitation in a highly personalised, digital learning environment in a school for the gifted- Collaborative engagement with multiple stakeholders- Professional development contributor & innovative English as a second language acquisition with literature component within the MYP framework Grade 8+9 (Year 9+ 10) - Academic English teacher for Grade 10 (Year 11). -
Middle School Head Of Department - EnglishShanghai United International School Aug 2020 - Jul 2021Shanghai, China• Successfully implementing the new systems, subject policies and procedures in the new middle school division focusing on the National Curriculum of England(KS3) evidenced through engaging learning and teaching experiences for students • Introduced accurate reading, writing and speaking assessment for learning skills and frameworks to address the amalgamation of a higher number of EAL students. Success evidenced in the 100% pass rate in recent KS3 internal semester examinations• Applying highest standard of planning and assessment documentation such as the Unit plan, Scope and Sequence, Weekly Planner and Schemes of Work - evidenced through the principal selecting my templates for use by departments across the middle school division at the start of the academic year• Creating engaging and creative lessons ensuring maximum student participation as evidenced in daily lessons• Led initial in-house workshops/ training for teachers in "Positive Discipline in the Classroom' evidenced through improved student behaviour management in classes and requests for further future training from teachers (dovetailing with previous P4C critical thinking and reflection techniques)• Successfully professionally mentored a teacher completing his PGCEI through Teach-Now evidenced through his excellent attainment grades• Effectively leading a team of 3 teachers and work in close collaboration with learning support teacher to ensure collaborative planning of learning activities and assessment tasks • Showcasing positivity and involvement through meaningful contributions at HoD meetings in line with the school's vision and mission • Committed to whole school involvement of events through extra curricular activities and 'house' events• Display strong organizational and communication skills through planning of subject events and interdisciplinary activities such as Poetry Soiree (with Chinese department) and Spelling Bs -
Gr 4&5 (Yr 5&6) Ibpyp Homeroom TeacherSuis Honqiao-Gubei Aug 2017 - Jul 2020ShanghaiAchievements• Highly skilled IBPYP classroom practitioner with a child-centred focus and superb classroom management skills• Outstanding application of concept based teaching and learning through meticulous planning and leading of Units of Inquiry such as the Economics unit and the Sustainability units, culminating in successful Young Entrepreneurs Day and the Online Gr 5 (Yr. 6) Exhibition events• Selected to peer mentor, 'Talk for Writing', 'Words Their Way' and 'Sharp Reading' language and literature programs for colleagues by English Coordinator• Excellent annual PGD feedback reports following lesson observations, walk through assessments and professional appraisals in English, Maths and UOI (Unit of Inquiry)• Pioneered the 'Positive Discipline in the Classroom' program in my Gr 4 (Yr. 5) and Gr 5 (Yr. 6) classes showing significant improvement in student behaviour and engagement resulting in the school adopting it as a whole school program • Meaningful integration of technology in learning experiences utilising BYOD for research tasks and producing ‘published’ versions of writing tasks; utilizing applications such as Seesaw, Moodle, Zoom, Kahoot, amongst others.• Excellent communication skills as shown in parent presentations and videos for online learning • Committed team member displaying collaboration skills through meaningful contributions during planning meetings contributing to effective teaching and learning
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Gr 5 (Yr 6)English Specialist Teacher (Esl)Ncic Aug 2016 - Jul 2017Shenzhen, Guangdong, China• Engaging and creative weekly and daily lesson planning and delivery of Singapore English and Cambridge curricula (KS2) as evidenced in outstanding feedback during appraisal process• Accurate setting of examinations and marking and grading of student work culminating in a 100% pass rate in the CIE examinations• Introduced a meticulous record keeping system to record student grades• Provided daily guidance and support to less experienced, newly qualified teachers in a cross cultural environment with effective lesson planning and resourcing ideas for EAL students• Made valuable contributions to ideas for improvement of the department during English meetings and general staff meetings with regard to student behaviour management resulting in significantly improved student participation in lessons• Displayed flexibility in working in a new country and culture showing collaborative team spirit by participating in all cross curricular events adhering to school expectations and cultural norms
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Tutor/Mentor/Facilitator/Cover TeacherSelf-Employed Jan 2015 - Jul 2016City Of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa• Stepped out of full time teaching to devote more time to my daughter in her final year of schooling• Successfully set up a small business, working from home, collaborating with Dr, Sandrina Haeck (Psychologist) in providing mentoring for teenagers aged 13-18, teaching study skills, time management skills and goal setting skills.• Provided effective English first language and EAL tutoring to students aged 10-18 evidenced through improved student results at relevant grade levels• Brief appointment as Deputy Head of Jubilate Primary Private School Jan 2016-July 2016
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Head Of Behaviour Management (Discipline) / Grade Coordinator/ English Specialist/ Homeroom TeacherDainfern College Jan 2003 - Dec 2014Johannesburg Area, South AfricaMy 12 year tenure at Dainfern College, I regard as the most formative part of my career in education. I attended numerous courses and workshops on a quest to gain insight into and broaden my knowledge in educational practices withing an independent schools (IEB) framework. Having started out as a Gr 5 (Yr 6) homeroom teacher teaching all subjects, I gained valuable experience in classroom management, time management as well as communication skills. Within a short space of time I was appointed Head of subject (additional language) where writing and implementing subject policies and criteria was added to my skill set. A few years later I was appointed English subject specialist for Gr 6 (Yr 7) as well as Grade Coordinator (Head of Grade) where I was responsible for managing a team of teachers as well as the pastoral care of the 100 students in the grade. Behaviour management and counseling were areas of specific interest for me and when I was appointed as Head of Discipline/ Behaviour Management for the Senior Preparatory School in 2009, I was responsible for the writing and successful implementation of a positive discipline system for this phase of the school. I worked closely with the Deputy Head, Principal and School Counselor in this role and conducted regular meetings with parents and students. Assisting teachers with the day to day occurrences was an integral part of my role in addition to my specialist teaching and grade coordinator roles role which encompassed a host of responsibilities. A career highlight was being invited to speak at the Future Ed Expo in 2013. -
Gr 5 (Yr 6) Grade Coordinator And Gr 5&6 (Yr 6 & 7)English Specialist TeacherCreston College Jan 1999 - Dec 2002South Africa- Managed a team of 4 teachers ensuring necessary planning and implementation of IEB and CAPS curricula compliant with the independent schools association requirements- Effectively conducted staff appraisals- book perusals and lesson observations- creative lesson delivery and modeling of best practice in teaching and learningAssisted with marketing of the 'new' school with whole school promotional events- Successfully led team implementing new "Outcomes Based" criteria and curricula changes for inspection and accreditation of school with the IEB (independent schools board)- Successfully mentored teachers in training - completing their qualified teacher status -
Gr 8-12 English Language And Literature Specialist Teacher/Geography Teacher/ Afrikaans TeacherKwazulu Natal Department Of Education Jan 1989 - Dec 1998South Africa- Creative and engaging lesson planning and delivery as Gr 7-12 (Yr. 8-13) English First and second Language and Literature teacher; Geography (Gr 9 and 11); additional language teacher - Afrikaans ( Gr 9,10, 11); Gr 4 Class teacher- Setting of examinations in line with the National Curriculum standards- Meticulous marking of student work, meaningful feedback and effective reporting - Academic support lessons for students (ESL)- Regular parent meetings and parent feedback- Collaboration with team members and colleagues in departmental and whole school events- Safeguarding and pastoral care of students as tutor teacher Excellent, qualified netball coach and umpire - coached first team - Assisted with dramatic performances and productions- Established a whole school newspaper/newsletter editorial team- Excellent students' matric results enabling 90 % of students to obtain matriculation exemptions ( school leaving university entrance requirements - Yr 13 )
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Leanne (Known As Lee) Davidson's current role is Experienced International Educator/ Mentor/Facilitator/Private Tutor - international curricula: IB PYP & MYP; British (KS2&3)- iGCSE/GCSE/IELTS; American (Language Arts and Literature (SAT& TOEFL); South African IEB..
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