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Unique People GlobalFounder
Apr. 2023DEI International Consultant focusing on helping organizations foster inclusive environments that embrace diversity and promote equity across various cultural and geographical contexts. Certified in D & I in HR Management- Assessment, Inclusion and Retention
KDSL Global International Education Recruitment (KGIER)Co-Founder and Certified Diversity & Inclusion in HR Management Consultant/Coach
Aug. 2022
Self-employedInternational Education, Leadership Development, DEI & SEN Consultant
Jan. 2018 - Feb. 2023Tampa, Florida, USA and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia▪ Senior Associate with KDSL Global Consulting ,USA/Dubai and Consultant with Inspire Education, Malaysia, focusing on leadership development, special education, international school recruitment, diversity, equity and inclusion ▪ Consultant and content developer with NAMA EduLead global education reform project focusing on leadership development and improving teacher pedagogy through PD training and virtual coaching in four countries
LeapEd ServicesEducation Reform Advisor/Trainer/Program Manager
Jan. 2016 - Dec. 2018Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaAssigned to work as an Education Advisor/Trainer in a large-scale Malaysian school transformation program managed jointly as a private-public partnership under the umbrella of the Malaysian Ministry of Education (MoE)
▪ Provided advisory support to schools to improve student outcomes through teaching and learning strategies that promote 21st century learning and encourage all students to reach their full potential
▪ Worked with school leaders to ensure successful school reform through managing change effectively and building capacity
▪ Worked with teachers as a mentor and coach to develop best practices, skills and knowledge in effective pedagogy ▪ Developed succession plans alongside school leaders to ensure smooth transition of leadership
▪ Supported senior leadership team to develop a school improvement plan based on KPIs
▪ Delivered CPD training to teachers to develop improved teaching and learning strategies to enhance the Malaysian National Curriculum ▪ Delivered CPD training to teachers and Middle Leaders on inclusion models and differentiation ▪ Developed relationships with school staff, community and parents to support the school and its vision
▪ Responsible for Performance Management System (PMS) of school leadership team and teachers
▪ Effectively led a team of Malaysian Education Partners to ensure successful implementation of project milestones
▪ Accountable for reporting project milestones and timelines of all programs
▪ Collaborated with the senior leadership teams to monitor student progress through data collection analysis ▪ Assist school leadership teams together with a LeapEd Finance Partner in the implementation of school financial budgeting
▪ Monitor school transformation progress through extensive reporting to MoE and private stakeholders
LeapEd ServicesProgram Implementation Specialist/Trainer/Content Developer
Jan. 2015 - Dec. 2016Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaAssigned to work as a Program Facilitator/Trainer in a large education reform pilot project contracted by the Malaysian Ministry of Education (MoE) with LeapEd to deliver and implement an intensive school improvement program for senior leaders in over 100 government schools throughout Malaysia. ▪ Facilitated PreSTasi school pilot program by building and maintaining relationships with MoE officials at all levels and senior leaders in the Malaysian government schools
▪ Developed content and delivered intensive training CPDs throughout Malaysia to senior leadership school teams and MoE officials at the national, state and district levels
▪ Collaborated and worked alongside MoE officials to effectively implement school transformation program
▪ Advised and monitored senior leadership teams on strategies to improve whole school teaching and learning
▪ Assigned to 10 schools in the state of Pahang to follow-up with program implementation and professional development training
▪ Worked extensively with the senior leaders and teachers to effectively manage change and build capacity ▪ Advised schools on differentiation and SEN inclusion practices ▪ Worked in partnership with MoE officials to enhance the Malaysian National Curriculum with 21st century teaching and learning strategies to improve student achievement
▪ Delivered CPD training to senior leaders to develop coaching/mentoring skills to work with under-performing teachers using the GROW coaching model ▪ Accountable for reporting project milestones and target deadlines set by the MoE
▪ Monitor school transformation progress through data collection and analysis, reporting to the MoE
Freelance ConsultantGlobal Education Consultant/Project Manager
Jan. 2012 - Dec. 2015Doha, Qatar, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and Tampa, FloridaEffectively consulted/advised on strategic planning, inclusion policies, school monitoring, curriculum design and professional development training to two international school start-ups in Doha, Qatar and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Continued follow-up consultations through virtual and online platforms from abroad. ▪ Created an international mindedness strategic plan, mission, vision and goals for the schools
▪ Developed diversity and SEN inclusion policies for the schools ▪ Built relationships with advisors from the Supreme Education Council in Qatar and MoE in Saudi Arabia to ensure all country specific safety and academic regulations were implemented within the schools
University of RoehamptonInternational Graduate Student- MA Education Leadership and Management Graduate
Jan. 2009 - Dec. 2010London, United KingdomFull time graduate student studying for an MA in Education Leadership and Management at University of Roehampton in London, UK. Dissertation on the effects of high-stakes assessments on special needs children. Recipient of Vice- Chancellor's International Student Scholarship
Freelance ConsultantSpecial Needs Consultant
Jan. 2008 - Dec. 2009Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida AreaDeveloped and implemented comprehensive programs for special needs children and their families.
Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic now known as "Learning Ally"Regional Project Manager/Implementation Specialist
Jan. 2002 - Dec. 2008Tampa, FloridaHired for initial start-up project funded by a grant by the FL Dept of Education to strategically plan, implement and deliver a pilot expansion of RFB&D, Learning Through Listening, assistive technology literacy program within Hillsborough County School District, Tampa, FL, the 8th largest school district in the nation. (Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic, aka, Learning Ally, is a membership non-profit organization.) Established relationships, coordinated meetings and presentations to Hillsborough County School authorities to market program for students with vision and learning disabilities. Communicated with public sector agencies as an advocate and promoting literacy through community awareness. Conducted training sessions with school leaders, teachers, students and parents helping integrate digital textbooks within the classroom curriculum. Recruited and trained over 1,000 classroom teachers; also managed over 100+ special education coordinators participating in the program. Grew participation to 115 primary and secondary schools. Responsible for problem resolution and assisting ESL students and parents. Accountable for day-to-day operations and also insuring budgetary targets were met by target deadlines. Spearheaded and annually renegotiated contract with Hillsborough County School Board, valued at $27K. Generated detailed reports and collection of data as part of grant requirements to secure $750K in revenue. Responsible for database management. Represented RFB&D at several local, state and national conferences, delivering presentations and professional development workshops.
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