Ron Tan
Head of Humanities at Singapore International School (Hong Kong)- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Chinese Native or bilingual proficiency
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Cantonese Limited working proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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IBDP Approaches to Learning Cat 3
International BaccalaureateNov, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
IBDP Examiner
International BaccalaureateJan, 2018- Oct, 2024 -
IBDP Geography Category 2
International BaccalaureateSep, 2017- Oct, 2024 -
IGCSE Global Perspectives
Cambridge Assessment International EducationAug, 2016- Oct, 2024 -
Apple Education Trainer
AppleApr, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
Apple Foundations Trainer
AppleApr, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
Apple Professional Development Consultant
AppleApr, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
Teaching for Understanding II
Harvard University Graduate School of EducationJan, 2009- Oct, 2024 -
Teaching for Understanding 1
Harvard University Graduate School of EducationJun, 2008- Oct, 2024 -
GCSE O Levels Geography
Ministry of Education, Singapore (MOE)Jul, 2007- Oct, 2024 -
GCSE O levels Social Studies
Ministry of Education, Singapore (MOE)Jul, 2007- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Singapore International School (Hong Kong)
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Hong Kong
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of Humanities
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Jun 2016 - Present
I lead and manage the Humanities Department at the secondary section for Year 7 - 12s. In our Department we offer a integrated programme where students study Geography, History and Economics at the IGCSE and IB Level.
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Chair, Talent Development and Scholarships
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Jun 2016 - Present
I lead and manage the Humanities Department at the secondary section for Year 7 - 12s. In our Department we offer a integrated programme where students study Geography, History and Economics at the IGCSE and IB Level.
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Examiner
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2018 - Present
IBDP Examiner for Geography: HL, SL and Extended Essay IBDP Examiner for Geography: HL, SL and Extended Essay
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Valour Insight
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Education Management
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Independent Education Consultant, Founder
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Feb 2015 - May 2016
As the Principal Consultant of Valour Insight, I provide independent education consultancy services to educational institutions ranging from pre-school to universities, with a strategic focus on Educational Technology for enabling institutions to achieve their educational outcomes. As the Principal Consultant of Valour Insight, I provide independent education consultancy services to educational institutions ranging from pre-school to universities, with a strategic focus on Educational Technology for enabling institutions to achieve their educational outcomes.
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Newstead Technologies Pte. Ltd.
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Singapore
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Retail
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1 - 100 Employee
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Principal EdTech Consultant
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Apr 2015 - Aug 2015
I am a certified Apple Professional Development consultant. I manage a team of EdTech specialists in providing EdTech solutions to educational institutions through the professional development of educators, as well as advise educational institutions on how they can achieve a technologically-enabled and adventurous classroom that is anchored on sound pedagogy. Apple Professional Development Consultant Education Trainer Foundations Trainer I am a certified Apple Professional Development consultant. I manage a team of EdTech specialists in providing EdTech solutions to educational institutions through the professional development of educators, as well as advise educational institutions on how they can achieve a technologically-enabled and adventurous classroom that is anchored on sound pedagogy. Apple Professional Development Consultant Education Trainer Foundations Trainer
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School of Science and Technology, Singapore
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Singapore
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of Interdisciplinary Research Studies
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Jan 2012 - Dec 2014
Ensuring the delivery the institution's mission by providing strategic direction, developing curriculum and resources, coordinating academic and non-academic experiences through which SST connects to its surrounding community. I have provided educational opportunities and leadership development to students, faculty and staff. My key competencies are: 1. Leadership and Management ➢ Strategic planning and management of Interdisciplinary Research Studies Department ➢ Developing, managing and coordinating school-wide curriculum and assessment structures ➢ Training and development of educators in (a) Understanding by Design (UbD) curriculum framework (b) Critical Thinking using Socratic Questioning and Paul’s Wheel of Reasoning, Concept-Building 2. Teacher Leader ➢ Academic teaching of IRS and Geography ➢ Championing technology-enabled classrooms with the pervasive and fluent use of 1:1 ICT tools and the social media ➢ Pedagogical content knowledge in facilitating critical thinking, creativity and life-skills 3. Financial Management ➢ Budgeting and compliance to financial regulations ➢ Managing income and expenditure in promoting financial sustainability 4. People Builder ➢ Mentoring and coaching staff to ensure that they contribute fully and develop skills and experience ➢ Engendering a culture of excellence in staff and students ➢ Ensuring a safe and open environment for both staff and students Show less
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Ministry of Education, Singapore (MOE)
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Singapore
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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General Education Officer
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Jun 2007 - Dec 2014
Humanities Teacher teaching the GCE O Levels in Geography, Social Studies and English Language.
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Special Assistant
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Jan 2010 - Dec 2011
➢ Assistant to Cluster Superintendents and Deputy Director in the professional development of School Leaders (Principals, Vice-Principals and Middle Managers) ➢ Organisation and Management of Key Education Leadership Events ➢ Educational Issues & Policy-Making➢ Training and Development
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Education
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2018 - 2020
The University of Hong Kong
Master of Education - MEd, Educational Administration and Management -
2015 - 2016
The University of Hong Kong
Master of Buddhist Studies, Buddhist Studies -
2006 - 2007
Nanyang Technological University
Postgraduate Diploma, Education -
2002 - 2006
National University of Singapore
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons), Geography -
2004 - 2004
UCL
Exchange Programme, Geography -
1998 - 1999
Victoria Junior College
A Levels, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies -
1994 - 1997
Dunman High School
O Levels, General Studies
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