Heidi Fowler
Secondary School Principal at British Columbia International School of Bangkok- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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French Elementary proficiency
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Thai Elementary proficiency
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LinkedIn User
Heidi brought a creative and passionate perspective to Learning Facilitation, and was able to execute on projects and core work with a high degree of quality and efficiency. Her delivery of workplace learning programs were able to ensure participants were business ready while maintaining a flexible approach tailored to learning needs. In the projects we were both involved in, Heidi demonstrated a strong discipline in all facets of project management, focusing on results and driving towards improvement when applicable.
Angel Clemente-Jones
Heidi is an amazing learning facilitator who is always willing to help her students and make them feel welcome and rewarded for their learning achievements. I was lucky to have Heidi as my trainer when I joined Vancity and it was through her coaching that I was able to become successful in my current banking career. Heidi's enthusiasm and passion are exemplary. I would highly recommend Heidi as both an individual and a professional.
LinkedIn User
Heidi brought a creative and passionate perspective to Learning Facilitation, and was able to execute on projects and core work with a high degree of quality and efficiency. Her delivery of workplace learning programs were able to ensure participants were business ready while maintaining a flexible approach tailored to learning needs. In the projects we were both involved in, Heidi demonstrated a strong discipline in all facets of project management, focusing on results and driving towards improvement when applicable.
Angel Clemente-Jones
Heidi is an amazing learning facilitator who is always willing to help her students and make them feel welcome and rewarded for their learning achievements. I was lucky to have Heidi as my trainer when I joined Vancity and it was through her coaching that I was able to become successful in my current banking career. Heidi's enthusiasm and passion are exemplary. I would highly recommend Heidi as both an individual and a professional.
LinkedIn User
Heidi brought a creative and passionate perspective to Learning Facilitation, and was able to execute on projects and core work with a high degree of quality and efficiency. Her delivery of workplace learning programs were able to ensure participants were business ready while maintaining a flexible approach tailored to learning needs. In the projects we were both involved in, Heidi demonstrated a strong discipline in all facets of project management, focusing on results and driving towards improvement when applicable.
Angel Clemente-Jones
Heidi is an amazing learning facilitator who is always willing to help her students and make them feel welcome and rewarded for their learning achievements. I was lucky to have Heidi as my trainer when I joined Vancity and it was through her coaching that I was able to become successful in my current banking career. Heidi's enthusiasm and passion are exemplary. I would highly recommend Heidi as both an individual and a professional.
LinkedIn User
Heidi brought a creative and passionate perspective to Learning Facilitation, and was able to execute on projects and core work with a high degree of quality and efficiency. Her delivery of workplace learning programs were able to ensure participants were business ready while maintaining a flexible approach tailored to learning needs. In the projects we were both involved in, Heidi demonstrated a strong discipline in all facets of project management, focusing on results and driving towards improvement when applicable.
Angel Clemente-Jones
Heidi is an amazing learning facilitator who is always willing to help her students and make them feel welcome and rewarded for their learning achievements. I was lucky to have Heidi as my trainer when I joined Vancity and it was through her coaching that I was able to become successful in my current banking career. Heidi's enthusiasm and passion are exemplary. I would highly recommend Heidi as both an individual and a professional.
Credentials
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Zoom Academy 2020
ZOOM VIDEO COMMUNICATION INCJul, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
British Columbia Teaching Certification
Ministry of Education - Teacher Regulation BranchSep, 2001- Oct, 2024 -
Teacher Qualification Service
Category 6Sep, 2001- Oct, 2024 -
Thailand Teacher License
Khurusapha The Teachers' Council of ThailandAug, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
Child Safeguarding Training
ChildSafeguarding.comMar, 2022- Oct, 2024
Experience
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British Columbia International School of Bangkok
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Thailand
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Secondary School Principal
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Jul 2021 - Present
- Responsible for successfully navigating a K1 to Grade 12 dual accreditation school (British Columbia Ministry of Education and Western Association of Schools and Colleges) focusing on the middle and high school years (Grade 6 to 12)- Modelling the BC Core Competencies of Communication, Thinking, and Personal and Social- Commendation from 2021 British Columbia Ministry of Education Inspection:"The Principal is commended for her leadership as the School dealt with government regulations related to COVID-19. In her first few months in the role, she supported students, their families and the teachers as the School shifted back and forth between remote and in person instruction. This included creative ways to deliver learning resources and materials to students’ homes."
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Greater Victoria School District
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Canada
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Education Administration Programs
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300 - 400 Employee
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Teacher, Mentor, Facilitator
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Feb 2017 - Jun 2021
- Teaching Growth Mindset and Mindfulness to students from Kindergarten to Grade 8 - Designer and Facilitator in the Mentorship Program for teachers in the Victoria School District- Designer and Facilitator of the following the British Columbia Teacher Federation Workshops: New Teacher Support, Classroom Management, Teacher Wellbeing, Managing Stress in the Workplace, Work Life Balance, Creating Gender Inclusive School Culture, Supporting LGBTQ+ Students- Coordinator of the Tapestry Teacher's Conference in 2019 & 2020 (in person) 2021 (online)- Active member of the following district committees: Professional Development, Contract, TTOC/New Teacher, Health & Safety
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Glenlyon Norfolk School
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Canada
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Elementary School Teacher
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Sep 2016 - Feb 2017
- Taught Grade 2 using the IB PYP framework in conjunction with the British Columbia Curriculum. - Modelled growth mindset and mindfulness to the students- Gained familiarity with using the ManageBac system for student assessment and reporting. - Taught Grade 2 using the IB PYP framework in conjunction with the British Columbia Curriculum. - Modelled growth mindset and mindfulness to the students- Gained familiarity with using the ManageBac system for student assessment and reporting.
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British Columbia International School of Bangkok
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Thailand
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founding Vice Principal & Academic Counsellor
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Aug 2014 - Jul 2016
- in the role of school counsellor focused on student wellbeing in addition to academic counselling - responsible for ensuring our Grade 12's complete their Grad Transitions Program- developed and delivered Professional Development to teaching staff in administering the Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA), School Wide Write and setting SMART goals- taught a Leadership 10 course and a Foods and Nutrition 9 course.- created and implemented a Secondary school-wide English improvement program- developed a staff orientation manual for new hires
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Teacher & Founding Head of the Elementary Department
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May 2011 - Jul 2014
- Head of the Elementary Department and Grade 3 Classroom teacher- responsible for running a Grade 3 classroom in addition to the administrative duties of; - chairing the Elementary staff meetings, coordinating the school calendar, - planning field trips, writing the monthly newsletter and updating the BCISB school Facebook page, - coordinating and running after school activities, and other administrative duties as needed- designed and delivered an ELL summer school program for students aged 5-8 & 13-16.
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Bodwell High School
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Canada
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Teacher
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Jul 2010 - Aug 2010
- Prepared and delivered English Language classes to students from Japan, Korea and Taiwan.- Designed and coordinated activities to develop their English reading, writing and speaking skills.- Encouraged participation and understanding in a multi-cultural classroom. - Prepared and delivered English Language classes to students from Japan, Korea and Taiwan.- Designed and coordinated activities to develop their English reading, writing and speaking skills.- Encouraged participation and understanding in a multi-cultural classroom.
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VANOC
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Workforce Manager
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Oct 2009 - Mar 2010
Responsible for the detailed planning, coordination and delivery of training for approximately 5,000 volunteers in the Transportation Function Area for the 2010 Winter Olympics and Paralympics.Worked closely with each operational team to ensure that the program for training covered all essential areas so that the Volunteer was well informed and prepared to perform duties as needed during the Olympics and Paralympics.
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Volunteer Facilitator
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Aug 2008 - Oct 2009
Delivered "Creating Team 2010" training to volunteer applicants for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Vancouver, Canada.Participated in Train the Trainer initiatives .Delivered "Leading Team 2010" training to volunteers and staff holding leadership roles throughout the Games.
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Vancity
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Canada
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Learning Facilitator
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Jul 2005 - Apr 2009
Prepared, delivered and facilitated all training programs at the National Call Centre for Vancouver City Savings Credit Union and Citizens Bank of Canada. Specialized in New Hire training, which was a mixture of customer service skills and banking knowledge.Participated in the research, design and development of course material and facilitation of new training courses and programs to support business needs and evaluated staff during and after course delivery.
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Team Manager
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Apr 2008 - Oct 2008
Lead the design and facilitation of outstanding learning programs; created resources and tools to enhance Operational learning.Conducted needs and gap diagnostics with various stakeholders on service and sales development needs.Acted as a learning resource for management and staff. Assessed and evaluated the effectiveness of each training course delivered.
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Education
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2015 - 2018
Vancouver Island University
Master’s Degree, Educational Leadership and Administration -
2007 - 2009
Vancouver Community College
Provincial Instructor Diploma Program -
2000 - 2001
The University of British Columbia
Bachelor, Education -
1993 - 1997
The University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature
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