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Supported the development and implementation of computing curricula and the use of technology with schools in the UK and abroad to enhance and transform learning. Advised and managing operational and strategic matters, the planning and facilitation of bespoke teacher training and on-going PD. Worked with students on creative media projects and introduced them to real-world, cross-curricular problem-solving using physical coding platforms such as LEGO, Sphero and Parrot mini-drones, and a range… Show more Supported the development and implementation of computing curricula and the use of technology with schools in the UK and abroad to enhance and transform learning. Advised and managing operational and strategic matters, the planning and facilitation of bespoke teacher training and on-going PD. Worked with students on creative media projects and introduced them to real-world, cross-curricular problem-solving using physical coding platforms such as LEGO, Sphero and Parrot mini-drones, and a range of coding languages. Presented and keynoted at education conferences, including BETT and GESS Dubai. Engaged as a learning designer by global education companies to create student and teacher materials in both physical and digital formats. Show less

Created student-facing content for 20Twenty - a community arts organisation based in Cambridgeshire. Project-managed a team of six learning designers and facilitated professional development to ensure flow and consistency of the learning through play ethic. I was heavily involved in the design of the online platform and serve on the Board of Directors.

Led and conducted workshops at BETT(UK), GESS(UAE), and ETZ(Türkiye). Presented to international governmental delegations, including the Bulgarian and Portuguese Ministries of Education. Wrote and published educational and teaching content for global use and publication. Worked closely with the LEGO Education Academy, assisting in training, evaluating, and certifying new LEGO Academy Certified Trainers. Had sole responsibility for the LEGO Education presence at the “Glorious Goodwood” racing… Show more Led and conducted workshops at BETT(UK), GESS(UAE), and ETZ(Türkiye). Presented to international governmental delegations, including the Bulgarian and Portuguese Ministries of Education. Wrote and published educational and teaching content for global use and publication. Worked closely with the LEGO Education Academy, assisting in training, evaluating, and certifying new LEGO Academy Certified Trainers. Had sole responsibility for the LEGO Education presence at the “Glorious Goodwood” racing weekend and was a key LEGO Education team member working with the Cheltenham Science Fairs. Facilitated hands-on learning experiences, Keynoted and trained primary and secondary school teachers in the UK, Europe, Africa, the Caribbean and the Middle East and personnel from organisations including the British Army and Air Force. Liaised and worked directly with learning and governmental organisations, sales partners, and distributors, including Cayman Islands Ministry of Education, and the World Bank. Assist in the training, evaluation and certification of new LEGO Education Academy Certified Trainers. Show less

Helped recruit an international team of educators to form the Learning Team at pi-top, a ‘learning-by-making’ platform. Designed and authored student-facing Raspberry Pi coding materials, learning experiences, and projects. Designed and authored digital and print-based teacher materials and professional development programs. Wrote guides and introductions and led on researching and implementing hardware for learning. Developed and project-managed the Certified Trainer and Educator programmes… Show more Helped recruit an international team of educators to form the Learning Team at pi-top, a ‘learning-by-making’ platform. Designed and authored student-facing Raspberry Pi coding materials, learning experiences, and projects. Designed and authored digital and print-based teacher materials and professional development programs. Wrote guides and introductions and led on researching and implementing hardware for learning. Developed and project-managed the Certified Trainer and Educator programmes and oversaw the design and placement of materials on pi-top’s digital platform. Planned and facilitated partner training in Lebanon and hands-on workshops in the UK and US, including workshops for children and adults affected by the Grenfell fire. Show less

London, England, United Kingdom

Sat on the Senior Leadership Team as a key advisor for Computing, and advised and worked with staff to enhance teaching and learning through the use of technology. Taught all year groups across the curriculum and was responsible for the strategic deployment of computing, including procurement, liaising with external suppliers, writing policies, upkeep of the school website and implementing e-safety. Developed a continuing professional development programme for the school

Advised schools at a strategic level developing their ICT competence and strategies. Promoted to Deputy Manager of the City Learning Centre Scheme when it was expanded to three centres in 2003 and made manager in 2008. Developed and implemented short, medium and long term aims and KPIs, overseeing budgets and a large capital spend. Managed a team of 7 tutors, 3 technicians and 6 office staff. Coordinated borough-wide teacher professional development, and taught visiting groups of students… Show more Advised schools at a strategic level developing their ICT competence and strategies. Promoted to Deputy Manager of the City Learning Centre Scheme when it was expanded to three centres in 2003 and made manager in 2008. Developed and implemented short, medium and long term aims and KPIs, overseeing budgets and a large capital spend. Managed a team of 7 tutors, 3 technicians and 6 office staff. Coordinated borough-wide teacher professional development, and taught visiting groups of students. Project-managed several large initiatives including research into the impact of games-based learning with Nintendo. Implemented and developed an Apple Regional Training Centre and a LEGO Education centre. Show less

Taught across both key stages. Co-ordinator for music and ICT. Oversaw the development of ICT, moving achievement from below to above national expectations. Led a working party to develop and implement a scheme of work for ICT. Responsible for the ICT budget and oversaw the purchase and installation of a computer suite and physical computing resources.