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Email address: eleanorcosh@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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2012-Present
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IB MYP Coordinator 6-10th grade
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Personal Project Coordinator
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2011 -2013
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MYP English teacher in 7th & 9th grade
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2008- 2011
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6th grade and PYP Exhibition coordinator
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English Coordinator in Primary- PYP
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PYP Homeroom teacher
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1998-2008
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Homeroom teacher in 3rd & 6th grade
Area(s) of Expertise:
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MYP Coordination
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Member of whole school educational leadership team
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Member of Secondary educational leadership team, yearly and weekly planning with Principal, deputy head and DP coordinator.
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Training new teachers MYP
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Observations and coaching teachers in MYP Unit planning
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Supervision of unit plans and subject overviews
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Scope and sequence development with subject specialists
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Collaborative planning sessions:
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for unit plan development with subject coordinators and subject group teachers
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for ATL development, alignment DP and MYP progression
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Leading IB Evaluation processes (Both 2014 and 2020 Programme Standards and Practices)
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Trained IBEN educator
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Personal Project Coordination
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Training old and new supervisors
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Training students
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Showcase preparation for community and evening.
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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MYP Coordinator/Personal Project Coordinator
Email address: rberistain23@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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13 years as an IB teacher working with PYP students as an ICT Teacher, MYP as a Design Teacher and DP as a Design and Technology teacher and Computer Science teacher.
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Design
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Computer Science
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PLTW
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STEM
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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MYP or DP Design Teacher
Rachana Takle April 24
Email address: rachana.takle1@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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Certified IB Educator (MYP/DP) and Cat2 level MYP Math training completed. MYP Math experience for 7+ years. Concepts include, Number theory, Algebra, Geometry. Coach and Asst Coach to various robotics teams at current school. Mentor for Middle School Math Olympiad Club.
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Pre-Algebra, Algebra and Geometry
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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MYP/ Middle School or High school math teaching opportunity.
Priya Nandakumar April 24
Email address: priyanmurali97@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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13 years IB PYP experience across age groups-including various leadership roles( Early Years Coordinator, Grade Level Coordinator, Asst PYPC and PYPC)
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Curriculum Planning and Development / Leadership,
Inquiry based student centric learning
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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Mid level Leadership (PYP) / PYP Teacher
Marcy Tanter March 24
Email address: marcytanter01@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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1 year of MYP LAL. Directed Personal Project. Certified in English and ESL.
Area(s) of Expertise:
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MYP LAL; can also teach DP LAL. Personal Project. I have a PhD in English, taught at the university level for many years.
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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LAL teacher; MYP coordinator; personal project coordinator
Sutha Ramakrishnan March 24
Email address: sutha2001@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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International Baccalaureate Organization Workshop, Biology Level I - Mar 2005.I
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International Baccalaureate Organization Workshop, Biology Level II - Mar 2008.
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International Baccalaureate Organization Workshop on Extended Essay -Sept 2009.
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IB Examiner since Dec 2007 [ Examiner number 25252]
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Certified ISO Internal Auditor’s Course – Oct 2010
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IGCSE Coordinator
Taught at Global Indian International School, Singapore, 2004- 2021 - 17 years
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Started teaching IB, Biology Standard & Higher level for 15 years
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Teaching IGCSE, Biology since 4 years
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Head of Science Department - 6 years
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Coordinator IGCSE – 4 years
Area(s) of Expertise:
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IB Biology SL&HL
Qualification Institution
B Sc (Biology) (1983)
First Class
Stella Maris College, Chennai, India
Madras University
M Sc (Biology) (1985)
OGPA (Outstanding)
Madras Christian College, Tambaram, Chennai, India,
Madras University
M Phil (Genetics) (1986)
First Class
Taramani Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Chennai,
India, Madras University
B Ed(Bachelor of Education (1997)
Outstanding
(College first)
Avila College of Education, , Kochi , India
(MG University, Kottayam,)- Regular Course
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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Teacher Position - Biology HL&SL
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IB Coordinator
Debora Zerneri March 24
Email address: mmezedd@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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AP and IB French B Language and Culture
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English B Language and Culture
Area(s) of Expertise:
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LOTE French, Spanish and ELL
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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French B Language and Culture, full or part-time teaching, tutoring
Isabella C Cuba-Gaita
March 24
Email address: isabella.c.cuba@gmail.com
IB Experience:
IB MYP Design Technology Product and Digital Design
Meridian World School, MYP 3 Design Teacher, Round Rock, TX. 3 years
• Design curriculum and coursework using inquiry learning framework in an International Baccalaureate program.
• Evaluate and revise learning material to ensure content is efficient and effective in delivering instruction.
• Design and deliver instruction using differentiation and scaffolding to reach students with differing abilities and levels of learning.
• Evaluate student knowledge and growth to ensure the curriculum is following TEKS and the IB Aims.
• Craft an intentionally inclusive learning space through the use of a culturally centered curriculum, visuals, and non-violent language.
Area(s) of Expertise:
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TECHNICAL SKILLS : Product and Digital Design. Technology Applications, Computer Science, Science. Interdisciplinary, and Trans-curricular Unit writing
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PROFESSIONAL SKILLS: Curriculum Development, Classroom Teaching, Youth, and Young Adult Education and Empowerment, Social Emotional Learning, Equity education, Inquiry Learning, Management, Creating International Baccalaureate Curriculum, English as a second Language education, challenging Gifted and talented learners, Including Special Education students, Managing a learning environment, Inclusivity and accommodations, Parent and guardian communication.
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Check Out My Website for curriculum, lesson and student work samples:
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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MYP or IB Design in school that prioritizes teacher planning time, educator choice in curriculum development, and Teacher Development. I am also considering IB Computer Science positions. If you have a Science or STEAM Position that highly values technology application, PBL, and inquiry Learning, I'd love to hear from you.
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I am a believer in education's ability to enact change. I am particularly interested in working with schools whose admission and financial aid packages uphold racial and economic equity, whose policies and procedures center liberation, and restorative justice..
Nieves Woodward-Owens
March 24
Email address: naowens82@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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6 years teaching IB Literature HL Year 2 and 2 years teaching IB Literature HL Year 1 at a 6A campus. Nearly every year I have had 100% passing rate with the majority of my students receiving a 5 or higher overall. I love teaching IB Literature and I briefly had the opportunity to also teach IB Film SL/HL for a year and a half.
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Literature HL year 2 primarily, but I am the only IB Literature teacher on our staff currently, so I manage all of the syllabus alone
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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IB Literature HL or SL
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IB Literature and Language HL or SL
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Willing to teaching a combination as I have always had two preparations throughout my career teaching Advanced English 1 alongside IB courses.
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I would prefer the central Texas area to be nearer to family.
Riley Bandstra February 24
Email address: rileyreneeroberts@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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6 years as DP Language and Literature Teacher
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1 year as TOK Teacher
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3 years as an IB grader
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Language and Literature SL/HL
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Theory of Knowledge
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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Full time IB DP English Teacher
Joao Ricchio, M.Sc. February 24
Email address: rosaricchio@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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Full-time IB DP Biology SL/HL Teacher (Inspired Education Group)
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DP Biology (Cat 1) IBO
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Supervising your Biology extended essay (Cat 3) IBO
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IB Approaches to Teaching and IB ATL
Area(s) of Expertise:
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MYP Sciences and IB DP Biology SL/HL
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Internal Assessment (IA) Proficiency
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Extended Essay (EE) Supervisor
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Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Integration
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Creativity, activity, and service (CAS) experiences
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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MYP Science and DP Biology Teacher
Sheila Morales February 24
Email address: sheilamorales@ymail.com
IB Experience:
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1 year
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Spanish
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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Teacher, Coordinator, Assistant Principal ( Curriculum & Instruction)
Malcolm Ringo February 24
Email address: malcolmringo@yahoo.com
IB Experience:
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20 Years (WS Principal; SS Principal; IBDP Coordinator; IBDP Authorization Leader; IB Evaluation Leader; IBDP History and TOK Teacher); CAS Coordinator
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Program design and management; teaching and learning; hiring practice; grounds and facilities; leader by example (lifelong learner)
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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Head of School or Principal
Rosana Beristain February 24
Email address: rberistain23@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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I have 13 years of experience working with PYP, MYP and DP. For PYP I was the Computer Science teacher from P to 9th grade, MYP Design Teacher and DP Design and Technology and Computer Science Teacher
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Design (product and digital)
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Technology
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Computer Systems
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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MYP Design Teacher or MYP Spanish Teacher
Anna Cottrell January 24
Email address: anna.ru.cottrell@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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Experienced Administrator and IB Curriculum Coordinator with a proven track record of leading successful school initiatives and driving whole-school engagement. Skilled in using data to inform decision-making and implement effective whole-school initiatives. Led the authorization process for the IB PYP program and successfully conducted a comprehensive whole-school evaluation. Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills as a Pedagogical Leader and Assistant Principal. Experienced in curriculum development and thorough understanding of school operations. A problem-solver, dedicated to making a significant impact in an educational institution.
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Comprehensive expertise in educational leadership, with a focus on curriculum design, strategic planning, data-driven action plans, data analysis, and collaboration. I have honed my skills in crafting dynamic and learner-centered educational programs that align with established standards and the IB framework. I excel in leveraging data-driven decision-making, identify trends to inform strategic initiatives. My commitment to collaboration is evident in my ability to foster a culture of teamwork among educators, administrators, and stakeholders, promoting interdisciplinary cooperation and facilitating professional development opportunities. My integrated approach ensures a cohesive educational environment that adapts to evolving needs while consistently striving for excellence.
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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Elementary Principal/PYP Coordinator
Shefali Lakhina January 24
Email address: shefalilakhina@yahoo.com
IB Experience:
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17 Years
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Curriculum development & Implementation and leadership in PYP
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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Head /vice head of primary school
Elaines Valera de cadenas December 23
Email address: elainesv50@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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THE ENGLISH SCHOOL OF KYRENIA - KYRENIA, CYPRUST
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Created an educational setting that aligned InternationalBaccalaureate (IB) curriculum requirements with engaging ans stimulating lessons for 11th-12th grade classes.
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Consistently revised learning materials to best promote learning.
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Mentored students from China online to help them prepare for their IB
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examinations.
Area(s) of Expertise:
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I am experienced with the IB program, able to teach to multiple intelligences, open-minded, with good class instruction skills that inspire and motivate students, good collaborative skills, and abilities and experience for technology integration. I am an official DELE examiner by the Instituto Cervantes for levels A1-A2, B1.
Creative and enthusiastic instructor with ample experience in teaching at the University level, High school Spanish abinitio (IB) Middle and Elementary School setting.
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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Full time
Evaristo López Ruano Nov. 2023
Email address: elopezruano@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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English & Spanish Teacher 12/2021–08/2023
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Spanish Embassy Education Office - IEVCB & ALCE London-UK
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Leadership & Spanish Teacher 07/2018–05/2021
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International Leadership of Texas Garland-Texas
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Spanish Language and Literature Teacher 10/2017–05/2018
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Gymnasium Nº 1558 - Rosalia de Castro Moscow-Russia
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Accomplished and dedicated Professor with experience teaching undergraduate and graduate students.
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Knowledgeable about Social & Cultural Anthropology, Psych-Pedagogy, Sport Science, and Social Work
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Bringing forth extensive experience mentoring emerging teachers and school leaders.
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A committed faculty member, passionate about working to further enhance the educational offerings of an institution.
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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Full-time job: Faculty/Instructor Member or Academic Staff.
Jonathan Amengor Sept. 2023
Email address: jonamengor@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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9 years IB teaching experience of both MYP and DP.
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Subjects include MYP Design, MYP Core (ATL, SA, PP) DP ITGS (Now DS), DP TOK. Three year experience as an MYP coordinator
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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MYP Core (ATL, SA, PP) DP ITGS (Now DS), DP TOK , MYP coordinator.
Morris Isla July 2023
Email address: morrisfajardoisla@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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5 years of teaching IB DP Computer Science both in an International School in Saudi Arabia and The Philippines
Area(s) of Expertise:
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DP Computer Science
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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Full time expat/foreign teacher
Mariaolga Floyd June 23
Email address: mariaolgafloyd@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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5 years teaching IB biology
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Biology, research and design, chemistry
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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full time teaching positions
Susana Blanco June 23
Email address: sblancogallo@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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12 years of experience in the IB
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2012 - 2014: PYP - ESL Coordinator and Teacher
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2014 - 2015: PYP Self- Contained 1st Grade Teacher
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2017 - 2018: MYP Spanish Language Acquisition Teacher
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2015 - 2023: MYP English Language Acquisition Teacher
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2021 - 2022: DP English B/ESL Teacher
Area(s) of Expertise:
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MYP English Language Acquisition Teacher
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ESL
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MYP Spanish Language Acquisition Teacher
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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MYP English Language Acquisition Teacher
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ESL
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MYP Spanish Language Acquisition Teacher
Ashalatha Ravishankar June 23
Email address: ashu1476@yahoo.com
IB Experience:
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over 9 years
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Leadership in IB schools in PYP and MYP
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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IB Coordinator/Head Of School
Ms Usha Karan Rana May 23
Email address: usharana12@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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MYP/IGCSE/IBDP Hindi teaching 16 Years experience. IBDP Coordinator and Deputy Head 9 Years experience
Area(s) of Expertise:
Language B: Hindi
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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DP Coordinator
Stephanie Romero May 23
Email address: tsromero@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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5 years teaching DP Spanish B
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Spanish
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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DP Spanish
Alaa Al Inzawi May 23
Email address: alaacheikh86@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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2 years PYP Math and Science Coordinator
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2 years PYP 5th/6th teacher
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Inquiry and concept based teaching, Math through Inquiry
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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PYP math specialist, PYP Coordinator, PYP assistant coordinator
Sellesse Booth May 23
Email address: sellessesb@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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TOK Teacher, extended essay coordinator, CAS coordinator, DP Coordinator
Area(s) of Expertise:
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DP coordination
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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DP Coordinator
Shane Waldrop May 23
Email address: shanewaldrop123@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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None
Area(s) of Expertise:
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STEM- I attended medical school and graduate school, have traveled internationally (primarily Asia) and speak conversational Spanish.
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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Grades 3-5 science/math
Gonzalo Sanchez Cordoba April 23
Email address: ngonzasancor@outlook.es
IB Experience:
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More than 8 years serving in IB schools as self-contained teacher, English A: Language and Literature (HL) and (SL) and English B teacher.
Area(s) of Expertise:
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English A, English B, Self-contained teacher, science, social studies.
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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MYP or DP teacher, academic coordinator
Jessica Contreras April 23
Email address: njcalvincontreras@aol.com
IB Experience:
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PYP Grades 1, 3, and 5I
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2013-present
Area(s) of Expertise:
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5th Grade Exhibition
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Toddle
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Managebac
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Unit of Inquiry design
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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PYP teacher and leadership
Natalia Agudelo April 23
Email address: nata_agude@yahoo.com
IB Experience:
During 5 years I have taught biology High Level IB, where I have had to do:
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Evaluated and redesigned the subject curricular content to meet the IB program standards.
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Promoted physical, mental and social behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
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Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
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Trained students to design research projects, use and interpret statistical analyses, and write scientific reports through assigned work, in-lab or field experiments.
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Encouraged creative thinking and motivated research, communication, social and self-management skills according to the IB learner profile.
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Provided appropriate guidance to the student regarding their extended essay related to science research
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Science
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Human and Animal Physiology
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Spanish
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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Teacher
Nieves Woodward April 23
Email address: nwoodward00@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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IB Literature HL: A
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Year 2 - 5 years
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Year 1 - 1 year
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100% passing rate 4 of 5 years
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Significant number of students who have scored a 6 for the course.
Area(s) of Expertise:
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A variety of global literature works across all genres and including both male and female authors.
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IB training is current as of summer 2022.
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Currently the ELA department chair for my campus and only IB Literature HL instructor.
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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IB Literature or Language and Literature HL or SL at a high school in the Central Texas area for 2023-24 or 2024-25.
Luis Eduardo Ruiz Uhia April 23
Email address: ruizuhia@yahoo.com
IB Experience:
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IB MYP program, 6 to 10 Design teacher
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IB Diploma Program, Art Visual teacher
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IB MYP program, 6 to 10 Art Visual teacher
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Art visual and Design
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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Teacher
Sherdeana January, 2023
Email address: Sherdeana@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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IST Tianjin, China- 3 years
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Magellan International School - 3 years
Area(s) of Expertise:
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Certified in PYP and MYP (Language )
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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Either PYP or MYP
Branislav Hanes January, 2023
Email address: elovaloco@gmail.com
IB Experience:
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PYP Starlight International School Taichung, Taiwan
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MYP Bogaerts International School Brussels, Belgium
Area(s) of Expertise:
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English Language and Literature
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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English teacher
Shefali Lakhina January, 2023
Email address: shefalilakhina@yahoo.com
IB Experience:
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16 years
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Area(s) of Expertise:
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Leadership & Administrative and curriculum development
Looking for (type of position/employment):
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Head of Primary School/Primary school principal
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