Experience

Keewatin-Patricia District School Board

• School Board Administrative Staff

  • Dec 2015 - Present

  Knowledge and application of board and transportation policy and procedure. Communicate with stakeholders daily regarding student access, behaviour and records.Responsible for recordkeeping, data collection, report writing and driver or student documentation.Occasional teacher as required; classroom management, engaging students and reporting to senior staff.



Curtin University

• Course Coordinator, Customised and Short Courses

  • Jul 2007 - Present

• IELTS Writing Examiner

  • Jul 2007 - Jan 2011



Kaplan International English

• Director of Studies

  • Sep 2003 - Jun 2007

  KAPLAN International English PERTHSeptember 2003-2007 Position: Director of StudiesImplemented and managed all day-to-day aspects of the academic program delivery for 250-300 students and including relevant ELT products and examinations, in accordance with relevant quality frameworks and NEAS accreditation requirements and ESOS ActManaged the teaching staff to create a positive, enthusiastic team to deliver a high quality program ensuring student satisfactionLed the… KAPLAN International English PERTHSeptember 2003-2007 Position: Director of StudiesImplemented and managed all day-to-day aspects of the academic program delivery for 250-300 students and including relevant ELT products and examinations, in accordance with relevant quality frameworks and NEAS accreditation requirements and ESOS ActManaged the teaching staff to create a positive, enthusiastic team to deliver a high quality program ensuring student satisfactionLed the induction day for all new students as well as newly recruited teachersObserved and appraised all teaching staff providing support and guidance on all aspects of lesson preparation and deliveryOrganised and managed the placement and exit testing of students, academic time-tabling, course planning, student questionnaire analysis and student certificate deliveryMonitored teaching staff levels to ensure that the appropriate staffing levels are maintained Ran regular planning and continuing professional development workshops for all teachersOrganised and oversaw the delivery of Cambridge First Certificate of English and Cambridge Advanced English preparation courses and on site exams.Liaised closely with Kaplan Sydney in maintaining all academic administrationTaught when required, General English (beginner to advanced) and First Certificate of English (FCE) Conducted seminars to answer questions, outline requirements and facilitate the application process for further studies as an international student in Australia.Liaised with senior management, marketed to education agents, and established and maintained professional networks within the industry Developed new courses and followed through with, accreditation, reports and audits in accordance with NEAS specificationsCreated and communicated procedures, forms and policies, including external moderation of assessments (in compliance with AQTF standards and ESOS Act) Show more Show less



The Langage Academy Perth

• English Language Teacher

  • Jan 2002 - Apr 2002

  All aspects of classroom management within designated classes, as well as adherence and active participation in curriculum, helping international students achieve their academic goals through English language instruction and preparation for standardized tests.



Specialty Language Institute

• English Language Teacher

  • Jun 2001 - Oct 2001

  •Taught classes across multiple levels•Prepared lesson plans according to established syllabus•Maintained a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning, including maintaining classroom facilities•Maintained accurate record keeping for daily attendance and student performance•Completed all paperwork within required deadlines•Attended staff meetings and in-house workshops; participate in ongoing teacher training programs•Worked with academic supervisor to improve delivery… •Taught classes across multiple levels•Prepared lesson plans according to established syllabus•Maintained a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning, including maintaining classroom facilities•Maintained accurate record keeping for daily attendance and student performance•Completed all paperwork within required deadlines•Attended staff meetings and in-house workshops; participate in ongoing teacher training programs•Worked with academic supervisor to improve delivery of academic programs•Accepted and incorporated feedback on classroom performance to ensure positive and meaningful student experience•Effectively communicated with school administrative staff regarding planned and unplanned absences; provide clear instructions and materials for substitutes Show more Show less



OEDAE Language Institute

• English Language Teacher

  • May 2000 - Apr 2001

  Taught classes across all levels in a non-native English speaking environment, including speaking, pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary and business English.Contributed lesson plans, student activities and discussion points which were included in an in-house series of textbooks produced at the institute.