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James Greenwood is a seasoned education professional with expertise in digital self-guided learning, curriculum development, and teacher training. He has led various roles in international schools, including Trust Lead for Digital Self-Guided Learning at Twyford CofE Academies Trust and Head of Sixth Form at St Helena Government. He holds a Master's degree in E-learning Design and Development from Cork Institute of Technology and has certifications in various areas, including Google Certified Educator Level 2 and Design Thinking.

Credentials

  • Child Protection for International Schools
    EduCare Learning Ltd.
    Jul, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Film Education: A User's Guide
    British Film Institute (BFI)
    Jul, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Introduction to Production Design for Film and Screen
    Australian Film Television and Radio School
    Jul, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Safer Recruitment for International Schools
    EduCare Learning Ltd.
    Jul, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • The Power of Podcasting for Storytelling
    University of Wollongong
    Jul, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Design: Implementing the MYP curriculum (cat 2)
    International Baccalaureate
    Jun, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Design Thinking: The Beginner's Guide
    Interaction Design Foundation (IDF)
    Apr, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Mental Health First Aider
    Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) England
    Sep, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • Learn2Facilitate online workshop facilitator training
    International Baccalaureate
    Sep, 2018
    - Apr, 2026
  • Adobe Captivate 2017 Essential Training
    Lynda.com
    Feb, 2018
    - Apr, 2026
  • Extended Essay in Focus (cat 3) @ ESF Centre, Hong Kong
    International Baccalaureate
    Feb, 2018
    - Apr, 2026
  • DP ITGS workshop (cat 2) @ Tanglin Trust School, Singapore
    International Baccalaureate
    Sep, 2017
    - Apr, 2026
  • Cybersecurity and Its Ten Domains
    Coursera Verified Certificates
    Apr, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • Internet History, Technology, and Security
    Coursera Verified Certificates
    Apr, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • DP ITGS Category 1 & 2 workshop, Hong Kong
    The International Baccalaureate
    Oct, 2013
    - Apr, 2026
  • European Computer Driving Licence
    THE BRITISH COMPUTER SOCIETY
    Oct, 2004
    - Apr, 2026
  • Google Certified Educator Level 2
    Google
    Aug, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • First Aid Training
    American Heart Association
    Oct, 2018
    - Apr, 2026
  • Google Certified Educator, level 2
    Google
    Sep, 2016
    - Apr, 2026
  • Google Certified Educator, level 1
    Google
    Aug, 2016
    - Apr, 2026

Experience

  • Twyford CofE Academies Trust
    • Ealing, England, United Kingdom
    • Trust Lead for Digital Self-Guided Learning
      • Aug 2023 - Present
      • Ealing, England, United Kingdom

    • Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
    • Government Administration
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Head of Sixth Form
      • Sep 2022 - Aug 2023

      Promoted to Head of Sixth Form in September 2022, serving as pastoral head of years 12 and 13 and leading a review of the Key Stage 5 curriculum as a member of the school’s extended senior leadership team. Developed a PSHCE curriculum including mental wellbeing, university and job applications and study skills. Responsible for UCAS applications and monitoring work placements.

    • Advisory Teacher & Head of IT
      • Jul 2021 - Aug 2023

      Teaching and leading the teaching of IT, Media Studies and Computer Science at A level and IGCSE. Responsible for teacher development and training and developing digital literacy and digital citizenship in preparation for the island being connected when Google lands a data cable to the island in 2022.Introduced Media Studies as a new A level, developing and resourcing the course for students to adopt a blended approach to learning, devoting time to experiential learning with photography and filmmaking outside of school.

    • Taiwan
    • Primary and Secondary Education
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Head of Computing & Digital Media
      • Aug 2019 - Jul 2021

      Promoted to head of department, line managing 3 IBDP subjects - Computer Science, ITGS & Film - and a multidisciplinary team of six teachers. Introduced VEX Robotics, managing curriculum, recruitment, budgets and learning spaces.

    • Teacher of Computing
      • Aug 2013 - Jul 2019

      Teaching IT/Computing from KS3-5. Teaching IGCSE ICT (0417), IGCSE Computer Science (0478) & IBDP Information Technology in a Global Society. Led the development of the ITGS course, developing an extensive curriculum supported by a variety of media & starting an ITGS library. Supervised many Extended Essays, leading workshops on social science research.Served as a year form tutor for three years, teaching PSHCE and being the first point of contact for the members of my tutor group. Redeveloped & consolidated much of the PSHCE teaching materials with the head of year.Ran a successful Classics extracurricular group, covering Greek political thought & literature. Ran a Greek & Latin group for a combined group of British & French section students, teaching Ancient Greek with a Latin teacher from the French section.Developed a whole-school media library, sharing educational multimedia securely with staff and students.Mentored a new teacher, providing guidance on organisation, planning & assessment in weekly one-to-one sessions throughout the year.

    • Switzerland
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Online workshop facilitator
      • Aug 2018 - Apr 2021

      Facilitator for online ITGS workshops.

    • Lead Developer for cat 2 Digital Society workshops (online & F2F)
      • Apr 2020 - Jan 2021

    • Examiner
      • Jan 2019 - Jul 2020

      Examiner for ITGS: Project & SL Paper 1 (May 2019).

    • Advisory Teacher of ICT
      • Sep 2011 - Aug 2013
      • St Helena

      Teaching ICT & Enterprise from KS3-5. Managing the school's ICT department, reviewing the ICT curriculum across the high school and three primary schools, covering Key Stages 1-5. Participating in ICT strategy meetings for St Helena Government.Developed & delivered a training programme for initial teacher trainees on critical thinking in the classroom & reflective teaching. Also led training for senior & middle managers on handling & use of data in informing teaching strategies & student support.From September 2012, introduced Classical Civilisation, starting a new department from scratch having secured funding from UK academics. Also introduced a weekly class for students & staff in classical Greek.

    • Teacher, Acting Leader of Learning, ICT
      • Sep 2008 - Aug 2011

      Led the ICT department, teaching KS3-4 ICT. Introduced new GCSE courses, developed resources for the school's virtual learning environment and developed trainee teachers through mentoring sessions.

    • e-learning Consultant
      • Dec 2010 - Mar 2011

      Developed a comprehensive teacher training course for teachers of Music in Further Education colleges around the UK. Using Moodle, as well as various online tools, the entire course is delivered via distance learning. I have been engaged in ongoing consultancy work for this nationwide FE institution.

    • Author
      • May 2004 - Jul 2005

      Commissioned to write two textbooks aimed at Key Stage 2 ICT (ages 7-11). These books followed UK National Curriculum guidelines, wherever possible integrating other subjects.

Education

  • 2020 - 2020
    Harvard University Graduate School of Education
    Certificate in School Management and Leadership, Leading Change
  • 2017 - 2018
    Cork Institute of Technology
    Master's degree, E-learning Design & Development
  • 2017 - 2017
    Cork Institute of Technology
    Certificate in Digital Media Design and Development, Digital Arts
  • 2007 - 2008
    The University of Huddersfield
    PGCE, Secondary ICT
  • 2003 - 2006
    University of Wales, Lampeter
    BA (hons), Information Technology & Classics
  • 1996 - 2003
    Batley Grammar School
    A levels & GCSEs, Various

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