I am a British educator with over a decade of experience teaching English as an additional language across age groups. I have led curriculum development and school management as a Principal Teacher at an international nursery, with a strong focus on children's mental well-being and inclusive, student-directed learning. I am passionate about translating psychology and well-being research into practical, engaging learning experiences for young children. My career has taken me from Tirana to Guangzhou, Xinjiang and Cambodia, where I have built and led teams, collaborated with families, and developed curricula aligned to British EYFS standards. I enjoy mentoring teachers, partnering with parents, and creating environments that foster independence, collaboration, and creativity. I am excited to apply my experience in education, well-being, and program development to roles that support children’s development and learning journeys.

Lorna Gayle Doctor

I am a British educator with over a decade of experience teaching English as an additional language across age groups. I have led curriculum development and school management as a Principal Teacher at an international nursery, with a strong focus on children's mental well-being and inclusive, student-directed learning. I am passionate about translating psychology and well-being research into practical, engaging learning experiences for young children. My career has taken me from Tirana to Guangzhou, Xinjiang and Cambodia, where I have built and led teams, collaborated with families, and developed curricula aligned to British EYFS standards. I enjoy mentoring teachers, partnering with parents, and creating environments that foster independence, collaboration, and creativity. I am excited to apply my experience in education, well-being, and program development to roles that support children’s development and learning journeys.

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I am a British educator with over a decade of experience teaching English as an additional language across age groups. I have led curriculum development and school management as a Principal Teacher at an international nursery, with a strong focus on children’s mental well-being and inclusive, student-directed learning. I am passionate about translating psychology and well-being research into practical, engaging learning experiences for young children.

My career has taken me from Tirana to Guangzhou, Xinjiang and Cambodia, where I have built and led teams, collaborated with families, and developed curricula aligned to British EYFS standards. I enjoy mentoring teachers, partnering with parents, and creating environments that foster independence, collaboration, and creativity. I am excited to apply my experience in education, well-being, and program development to roles that support children’s development and learning journeys.

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Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Lead Teacher (2- and 3-Year-Olds) at Tirana International School, QSI
August 1, 2021 - June 1, 2025
Lead teacher for the Early Years, delivering the IB curriculum in a diverse international setting with many English as an additional language learners; responsibilities included lesson planning, classroom management, learning centers, parent communication, and coordinating with teaching assistants to foster independence, collaboration, communication and creativity.
Yoga Instructor, Social Media Coordinator at The Pilates Lab
March 1, 2022 - June 1, 2025
Taught total beginner and advanced yoga classes part-time; worked with a range of ages and contributed to content creation and marketing for the studio.
Volunteer 3rd Grade and P.E. Teacher at New Hope for Cambodian Children
September 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Delivered a holistic primary school program and P.E. lessons to English language learners as part of NGO work supporting children affected by HIV/AIDS.
Foreign Principal Teacher at SK Royal English International Nursery School
September 1, 2013 - January 1, 2019
Taught English and Spanish to children aged 2–6, trained and coordinated foreign teaching staff, and liaised with prospective parents about curriculum; contributed to development of a preschool curriculum aligned to British EYFS standards.
EAL Teacher for Adults at American Embassy, Guangzhou
September 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Created and taught English language courses tailored to professional staff; developed materials to meet professional needs.
Private Language Tutor at Guangzhou, China (various)
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2019
Provided part-time English tutoring, including TESOL and IELTS preparation; conducted groups for English language learning and supported test preparation.
Volunteer English Teacher at Project Trust, Jinying Foreign Language School, Xinjiang, China
August 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Taught oral English to groups of up to 60 children across primary and middle school; co-developed weekly English training seminars for local teachers; awarded Certificate of Excellence by local authority.

Education

MSc Psychology at The Open University, UK
January 11, 2030 - May 16, 2026
BA Open Honours at The Open University, UK
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
BA Honours – Chinese Language and Business Studies at Sun Yat-Sen University
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
HNC Hospitality Operations at Dundee College
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Secondary Education (Forfar Academy) at Forfar Academy
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

TEFL
January 11, 2030 - May 16, 2026
First Aid
January 11, 2030 - May 16, 2026
Yoga Teaching Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment