A strong communicator, with good interpersonal and relationship building skills. Able to forge effective partnerships with both external and internal stakeholders. A good team player with strong work ethics and a desire to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge. Effective in research and organisational skills. Able to grasp and implement new ideas, concepts and methods as well as train and mentor team members.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head of Department
Orchid Park Secondary School
06.2023 - Current
Lead department in unpacking new vision and operationalise vision in instructional programme
Introduce, initiate and implement key strategies for overall student academic excellence in English. Review and lead update of curriculum to ensure curriculum suits the needs of students and is aligned with national direction and School VMV.
Monitor performance of reporting English teachers and guide them in their professional growth by identifying suitable developmental programmes/assignments so that they grow in their roles.
Drive and shape alternative assessment principles and practices which support the development of E21CC in our students.
Co-lead the implementation of inter and multi-disciplinary learning through alternative assessment
Develop teacher capacity and competency in designing, implementing and reviewing alternative assessment
Plan, Implement and Review Library Processes and Programmes together with HOD MTL
Leverage Library as key resource to developing students’ reading habits.
Determine ways in which the library can serve as a strategic resource for the school and delineate strategies to achieve the outcomes set for the use of the library.
Co-plan, design, implement and review partnership processes, publicity and outreach
Plan, design and review communication for stakeholders
Vet communication
Coordinate the writing of testimonials
Head of Department
Bartley Secondary School
11.2012 - 06.2023
Curriculum Leadership, Student and Staff Development
Charting the direction for school-based curriculum in alignment with curricular goals and school goals
Development and implementation of strategies for holistic development of students
Maintaining a high standard of teaching in the department, monitoring academic standards and ensuring pupils' learning is effective and continuous
Professional Learning Team Leader- developing professional learning programmes for teachers, conducting and reviewing training
Mentoring staff on effective teaching and learning, pastoral care for students
Bartley Scholars Programme Coordinator
Conceptualise, plan and implement programmes for high-achieving students
Communications Liaison Officer
Develop communication material for school
Coordinate media and communications related matters with guidance from School Principal
Publicity and Publications Committee Chairperson
Conceptualise, plan and implement strategies to promote stakeholder awareness of school goals, direction and programmes
Conceptualise and produce school publications
School Graduation Certificate Coordinator and Principal Vetter
Coordinate the writing, vetting and submission of School Graduation Certificates
School Library Coordinator
Conceptualise and implement library programmes to promote reading
Develop a culture of reading in school
Supervisor for School LibrarianSchool Climate Survey and PISA Study Coordinator
Communicate, coordinate and conduct School Climate Survey and PISA Study
Held dual appointments as HOD, EL and SSD
Proposed new and refreshed staff goals in alignment to school Vision, Mission and Goals
Formulated 5 key strategies to achieve staff outcomes and contributed to developing desired culture
Spearheaded 9 learning and development projects
Teacher
Bartley Secondary School
06.2004 - 05.2012
Company Overview: Ministry of Education, Singapore
Ministry of Education, Singapore
Teacher
St Andrew's Secondary School
06.1995 - 04.2000
Co-constructed curriculum materials and resources
Used innovative teaching strategies to improve student engagement
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Management
NTU-NIE
01.2017 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English with Psychology
SIM University
01.2009 - 06.2011
Diploma in Education - undefined
NTU-NIE
06.1993 - 06.1995
Skills
Adaptability
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Project Management
Analytical Thinking Skills
Leadership Skills
Strong Communication Skills
Professional Highlights
Co-authored publication by educators from the National Institute of Education - 'Curriculum Designs for Teachers, by Teachers', pp 77-104, Singapore.
Led research and implementation of Active Learning strategies to better engage low-achieving English Language students. Paper has been selected for sharing at the World Association of Lesson Studies International Conference, University of Exeter (UK) in 2016.
Initiated and spearheaded curriculum project on 'Differentiated Instruction-Helping struggling learners tackle questions on the use of language for impact'. Project was selected for sharing at the 51ST RELC International Conference on Teaching Literacies- Emerging Pathways and Possibilities in Language Education in 2015 as well as the Academy of Singapore Teachers Teacher-led Workshop in 2016.
Initiated and spearheaded research project on how to help low achieving students bridge learning gaps. Project was selected for sharing at the World Association of Lesson Studies International Conference 2015, Khon Kaen University, Thailand.
Co-organised the S6 Cluster Learning Symposium for South 6 schools in 2012.
Conceptualised and presented 'Integrated Multimedia Curriculum' to educators from Singapore at the National ICT Sharing in 2008.
Presented model lesson to a team of 9 educators on NIE's External Programme in 2007. Shared innovative teaching approaches with Superintendents, Principals and teachers from Nigeria and Korea.
Presented 'Give Me Ten' (Teaching of English through News) at the MOE Excel Fest in 2006.
Awards
Commendation Medal for Public Service, 2017
Inspiring Teacher of English Award (Leadership category), 2017
Ministry Of Education Outstanding Contribution Award (Individual), 2008
Ministry of Education Long Service Award, 2009
Most Innovative Teacher, 2006
Best Mentor Award, 2007
Timeline
Head of Department
Orchid Park Secondary School
06.2023 - Current
Master of Arts - Educational Management
NTU-NIE
01.2017 - 10.2019
Head of Department
Bartley Secondary School
11.2012 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - English with Psychology
SIM University
01.2009 - 06.2011
Teacher
Bartley Secondary School
06.2004 - 05.2012
Teacher
St Andrew's Secondary School
06.1995 - 04.2000
Diploma in Education - undefined
NTU-NIE
06.1993 - 06.1995
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