Laura P. C.
Head, Insights and solutions (Schools’ Office) at International Baccalaureate- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish Native or bilingual proficiency
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French Limited working proficiency
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German Limited working proficiency
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Experience
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International Baccalaureate
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Switzerland
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Head, Insights and solutions (Schools’ Office)
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Aug 2022 - Present
Lead a global function within Schools’ Office with focus on: - Strategic planning - data & analytics and - business operations design Support all teams in the office in identifying trends, opportunities and gaps in service to schools to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
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Head, Insights and solutions (IBWS department)
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Jan 2021 - Aug 2022
- Develop global baseline strategy for support to schools and plan, support and monitor implementation - Drive internal knowledge-building using new and existing data sources - Monitor and analyze data, developments and trends globally and translate them into strategic action - Use school insights and analysis of current processes to identify areas for improvement and alignment - Lead and develop a global team
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Senior Manager, Strategic Initiatives
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May 2017 - Jan 2021
• Manage relationships with ministry/governing body responsible for group of authorized schools • Maintain deep understanding of the local context to identify potential risks/opportunities • Assess needs and strengths to provide tailored support and guidance to ministry and schools • Analyse data to identify trends within the school group and propose interventions to improve quality of teaching and learning and compliance with programme standards • Provide support in financial… Show more • Manage relationships with ministry/governing body responsible for group of authorized schools • Maintain deep understanding of the local context to identify potential risks/opportunities • Assess needs and strengths to provide tailored support and guidance to ministry and schools • Analyse data to identify trends within the school group and propose interventions to improve quality of teaching and learning and compliance with programme standards • Provide support in financial planning to ensure comprehensive consideration of programme and school needs for successful implementation and high-quality teaching and learning • Contribute to the development a global strategy for authorization and implementation support for groups of schools
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Global Recognition Manager
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Jan 2013 - Apr 2017
•Management of various University and Government Recognition projects •Development and management of international student conference framework- partner with universities and recruit support from local schools •Design and implementation of global processes for maintaining data on university and government policies •Identification of trends and opportunities for advancing or improving recognition policies supporting the IB on global & regional levels in order to broaden recognition… Show more •Management of various University and Government Recognition projects •Development and management of international student conference framework- partner with universities and recruit support from local schools •Design and implementation of global processes for maintaining data on university and government policies •Identification of trends and opportunities for advancing or improving recognition policies supporting the IB on global & regional levels in order to broaden recognition worldwide •Design and establishment of process for setting global strategies and priorities to ensure alignment •Management of project budgets, execute contracts with external parties, and supervise contractors
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Online Professional Development Specialist
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Jun 2011 - Jan 2013
• Managed the commissioning and/or development of online professional development offerings, from concept to delivery, including schedule, budget, contract and quality assurance. • Coordinated a materials development and sourcing plan • Researched and remained current with online pedagogy and processes • Coordinated the calendaring of all online workshop activities • Instructional Design/Tagging of PD Resources • Established and monitored quality assurance procedures
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Washington International School
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Spanish Immersion Teacher
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Jan 2009 - Jun 2011
Teach two classes of 3rd grade Spanish immersion Participate in curriculum writing and student language proficiency assessment Teach two classes of 3rd grade Spanish immersion Participate in curriculum writing and student language proficiency assessment
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3rd grade Bilingual Teacher
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Aug 2009 - Dec 2010
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Teach For America
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Corps Member
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May 2007 - Jun 2009
Completed alternative certification for EC-8 bilingual Taught 5th grade bilingual to three classes of ELLs Taught bilingual Kindergarten in summer school Completed alternative certification for EC-8 bilingual Taught 5th grade bilingual to three classes of ELLs Taught bilingual Kindergarten in summer school
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Education
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American University
Master of Education (MEd), Education Policy and Leadership -
University of St. Thomas (TX)
Alternative Teaching Certification -
Universidad de Palermo
International Studies -
University of South Carolina-Columbia
Bachelor of Arts, International Studies, German, French -
Institut d'Etudes politiques de Paris
French, International Studies