Andrew Sword
Department Coordinator (Theory of Knowledge) at ACS International Schools- Claim this Profile
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Experience
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ACS International Schools
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United Kingdom
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Primary and Secondary Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Department Coordinator (Theory of Knowledge)
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Sep 2022 - Present
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ACS Hillingdon International School
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London, England, United Kingdom
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Upper School Teacher (DP Maths, TOK, and Global Understanding)
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Aug 2021 - Present
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Assistant Teacher
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Jul 2018 - Jan 2022
Lead teaching in MYP/DP Mathematics, DP Theory of Knowledge, MYP DesignCo-teaching and student support in MYP/DP Mathematics, DP Theory of Knowledge, MYP Design, MYP Science, DP Economics. Homeroom teacher, grades 7-12Head Coach: HS Boys SoccerSupervisor: Fitness Club, CAS Projects, Personal Projects, Extended Essays.
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Student Services Intern
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Jan 2018 - Jul 2018
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Substitute Teacher
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Sep 2017 - Jan 2018
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Self-Employed
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Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
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Lifestyle Writer
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Aug 2017 - Jan 2018
Sports Writer for SB Nation's We Ain't Got No History Blog - Chelsea FC Women's coverage Sports Writer for SB Nation's We Ain't Got No History Blog - Chelsea FC Women's coverage
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AbbVie
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United States
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Pharmacy Technician
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Mar 2016 - Jul 2017
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Fulfillment Technician
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Dec 2015 - Mar 2016
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Project Consultant
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May 2015 - Sep 2015
Visiting customers who pre-set appointments to provide information regarding Sears kitchen products, including cabinets, sinks, faucets, countertops, flooring, and backsplashes. Determining customer needs, then educating customer on products, installation, service, guarantees, warranties, and insurance. Providing assistance for credit check process, contract signing, and processing project paperwork. Coordinating project specifications with project manager. Visiting customers who pre-set appointments to provide information regarding Sears kitchen products, including cabinets, sinks, faucets, countertops, flooring, and backsplashes. Determining customer needs, then educating customer on products, installation, service, guarantees, warranties, and insurance. Providing assistance for credit check process, contract signing, and processing project paperwork. Coordinating project specifications with project manager.
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Lyft
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United States
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Ground Passenger Transportation
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700 & Above Employee
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Driver
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Jan 2015 - Apr 2015
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Better Living KS
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Greater Kansas City Area, Chicago
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Subcontractor
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Jul 2012 - Apr 2015
General labor for residential property remodeling, including plumbing, flooring, painting, demolition, and other tasks. General labor for residential property remodeling, including plumbing, flooring, painting, demolition, and other tasks.
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Noble Schools
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Summer School Teacher
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Jun 2014 - Aug 2014
Creating full-scale lesson plans with work materials, subject instruction, and assessments based on the Illinois Common Core evaluations. Executing lessons with various forms of media, involving students in the process, and offering consistent and tailored feedback for individual pupils. Recording academic grades and other performance-based data as well as updating the network database with daily disciplinary notes. Developing and/or managing individual education plans for students with disabilities or behavioral management issues. Maintaining regular communication with school administration on student progress, technology needs, and any classroom management queries. Show less
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Texas Christian University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Student Advisor
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Feb 2012 - Jul 2012
Synthesizing and/or evaluating academic plans for honors students to ensure that all requirements are met and the student's goals and desires are fulfilled. Meeting and maintaining contact with dozens of students to check in with their progress and consider their next steps. Writing reports on student plans and aspirations and submitting them to a superior. Acting as ambassador for prospective students and parents/guardians who call, email, or visit with questions about the honors college. Presenting information and addressing questions concerning honors requirements and standards during academic orientation sessions given for students and parents/guardians.Documenting contact with students through a Peoplesoft database which tracked the student's collaboration with the honors college. Proofreading and editing senior theses submitted as a part of the research track requirement of the college. Show less
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Teaching Assistant
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Aug 2011 - May 2012
Leading large group review sessions directed at covering recent material and skills needed for upcoming tests.Grading tests and quizzes, and utilizing these assessments to identify general problem areas in a given subject and individual weaknesses. Collaborating with teaching, evaluating, and test writing, including teaching class during professor’s absences.
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Texas Christian University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Orientation Student Assistant
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Jun 2009 - Jan 2010
Leading student groups in informational sessions regarding academics, addressing wellness concerns, getting involved on campus, etc.Actively seeking to answer any and all questions students or parents might have about the enrollment process, housing situation, or general campus life. Coordinating with a team of 12 peers to execute a tight schedule for first-year students and parents in academic orientation.Guided students through the enrollment process in large groups and on a case by case basis to determine the most suitable courses for the first semester. Show less
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Resident Assistant
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Aug 2009 - Dec 2009
Serving as a counselor and mediator for students in a living community. This includes managing health issues, resolving interpersonal conflicts, and addressing communal needs. Carrying out disciplinary actions for residence hall code violations as deemed by the Residence Hall policy and Student Code of Conduct. Designing and implementing academic and social programs for 34 students on a monthly basis.Creating informational displays biweekly to disseminate important information regarding health, academic deadlines, and campus events. Show less
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Education
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The University of Chicago
Master of Arts (MA), Religious Studies -
Texas Christian University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Religion/Religious Studies -
Texas Christian University
Bachelor's degree, Religion/Religious Studies -
Blue Valley North High School