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Head of Senior School
King's GroupHead of Senior School
Aug. 2025
School Principal - Upper School
International School of BergenSchool Principal - Upper School
Aug. 2024 - May. 2025Bergen, Vestland, NorwayLeadership and Administration: - Oversee the daily operations of the Upper School, ensuring alignment with the school’s mission and IB curriculum standards. - Provide visionary leadership to faculty and staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. Curriculum Development and Implementation: - Coordinate the implementation of the IB curriculum frameworks. - Ensure that curriculum meets IB standards, integrates best educational practices, and promotes student engagement and achievement. Student Support and Development: - Foster a positive school culture that promotes academic excellence, personal growth, and global citizenship. - Support students' holistic development through academic advising, mentoring programs, and extracurricular activities. Faculty Development and Support: - Provide professional development opportunities for faculty to enhance their understanding of IB philosophy and teaching methodologies. - Support teachers in curriculum planning, assessment strategies, and effective instructional practices. Community Engagement and Communication: - Cultivate strong relationships with students, parents, and the broader community to ensure transparency and collaboration. - Communicate school initiatives, policies, and student progress effectively through various channels. Administrative Oversight and Accountability: - Manage budgetary resources allocated to the Upper School, ensuring fiscal responsibility and optimal resource allocation. - Uphold academic integrity, discipline standards, and compliance with IB regulations and accreditation requirements. Strategic Planning and Continuous Improvement: - Collaborate with the school leadership team to develop long-term goals and strategies that align with the school's strategic plan. - Monitor and evaluate Upper School programs and initiatives to drive continuous improvement and ensure educational excellence.
Deputy Head - Academic
Doha AcademyDeputy Head - Academic
Aug. 2023 - Jul. 2024Doha, QatarDeputy Head - Academic & Curriculum Reporting directly to Head of School & Principal Director of Studies & Curriculum Line Management of Heads of Departments QAF & NEASC Accreditation Co-Lead Cover Manager
School Director
International Schools Partnership LimitedSchool Director
Jul. 2021 - Mar. 2023Mexico City, MexicoSchool Director for Instituto Thomas Jefferson, Zona Esmerelda Reporting directly to RMD of MEXCA Budgetary accountability for EBITDA, P&L & Cashflow MAC accountability to return school and extend after school to pre-COVID levels Line Management of all Curriculum, Academic & Non-Academic SLT Mentor PGCE Students Ensuring Regional Safeguarding, H&S and HR Compliance Accreditation Signatory & Lead e.g. IB, CIE, NEASC, SEP & UNAM
Head of High School & Director of Student Journey
The Casco SchoolHead of High School & Director of Student Journey
Jan. 2021 - Jul. 2021Panama City, Panamá, PanamaFounding Head of Secondary/High School Director of Academic Studies & Quality Assurance Director of Pastoral Journey Administrator of Staff & Team Development Administration, Marketing, PR and Communications Shareholder
Assistant Head Secondary School
Dulwich College SuzhouAssistant Head Secondary School
Aug. 2020 - Jan. 2021Suzhou, Jiangsu, ChinaEnsures that the 'Dulwich Experience' matches the needs of all learners and offers pathways of enrichment for all. Lead on implementing the best quality enrichment curriculum, ensuring it meets the needs of students in the 21st Century. Leads and manages the enrichment curriculum to ensure a vibrant student journey for all: - Extra-curricular opportunities other than CCAs: Outdoor learning, MUN, sustainability, eco-school, etc. - Student Leadership - House System - Trips - Assemblies - School events i.e. Remembrance Day, Founders Day etc. - Monitors and assesses the success of this curriculum, implementing support and training for teachers. - Assists in the monitoring and support of learning and teaching in the school - Line manages Faculty/Department leaders in the Senior School Tracks and monitors student progress and intervene to optimise outcomes Maintains and ensures excellent skills when implementing technology into the classroom, and acts as a mentor, guide and demonstrator of this ensures that staff development needs are identified and that appropriate professional learning opportunities are provided to further teacher knowledge and confidence (in coordination with the Director of Learning and Teaching) Maintains an effective and productive working relationship with the Head of Senior School and deputises for the Head of Senior School when required Supports the Head of Senior School in promoting effective learning and teaching Assists the Head, as part of the Senior School leadership team, in the formation and review of the school development plan and the development of procedures
Head of Secondary
King's GroupHead of Secondary
Sep. 2017 - Jul. 2020PanamaEmpowers, supports, holds accountable, develops and guides school members of staff to ensure the students within the Secondary School have a "transformative learning experience". This requires creativity and innovation to develop and ensure the educational experience within the Secondary School enables all students to develop holistically, to enjoy a positive wellbeing, high standards of teaching, excellent engagement and progress in lessons and to make a positive difference to themselves and the school community.
Senior School Leader (KS3 & 4)
King's GroupSenior School Leader (KS3 & 4)
Aug. 2013 - Aug. 2017PanamaThe Senior Leader in conjunction is responsible for leadership and management in four key areas: 1. Academic Leadership 2. Pastoral Leadership 3. Staff & Team Development 4. Administration and Routine The Senior Leader reports to the Director of Studies and Headteacher as appropriate; advises and consults with the Head Teacher on all aspects of the running of the Senior school; a member of the Senior Leadership Team, deputising in the Headteacher’s or Director of Studies absence. Developed and reviewed whole school and Senior School Policies. Lead and supported the training programme for Panamanian Teachers through Ministry of Education (MEDUCA). Planned & delivered classes both in and outside of own specialism.
Science Teacher (Biology & Physics Specialism)
Fearnhill Maths & Computing Specialist CollegeScience Teacher (Biology & Physics Specialism)
Sep. 2012 - Jul. 2013
Science & Maths Teacher
Beauchamp Middle School & Biddenham Upper SchoolScience & Maths Teacher
Jan. 2011 - Jul. 2012

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