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I am a student-centred educational leader with 19+ years of international experience in teaching, curriculum development, and leadership. I design innovative, interdisciplinary programmes that promote academic excellence, inclusion, emotional development, and creativity. I have a proven track record of leading change, mentoring teams, and building collaborative school cultures with strong parent and community engagement. I am committed to empowering every child and advancing education as a transformative, future-focused practice.
I thrive on creating and growing programmes that integrate English, arts, and social sciences, and I enjoy fostering strong relationships with international families and diverse communities. My approach combines inquiry-based learning, wellbeing, and arts integration to develop curious, resilient learners who can think critically and collaborate effectively.
Experience Level
Expert
Language
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
French
Advanced
German
Intermediate
Italian
Intermediate
Work Experience
Programme Developer / Head of English / Classroom Teacher (Grades 1–9) at Cantaleum
January 1, 2017 - PresentSuccessfully design and implement interdisciplinary English, Art, and Social Science programmes for primary and secondary schools; lead curriculum development for new primary and secondary school models; mentor staff; foster cross-language collaboration; build relationships with diverse international families.
Classroom Teacher at International School of Bologna
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017Class governance / instruction using PYP framework; inclusive teaching with EAL and Learning Support; contributed to Global Citizenship mandate; completed multiple IB PYP PD modules.
Classroom Teacher at International Bilingual School Terra Nova
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2016Design/deliver/assess Language (including EAL), Art, Math and Social Science programs; translated Zürich Math program from German to English; managed afterschool art programs and mural project.
Classroom Teacher at St. George’s International School
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008Plan/evaluate/integrated British Primary Curriculum; collaborate with grade team; led Art, Newsletter, and after-school art and music clubs.
Private Art Instructor/Owner at Gwendolyn Studios
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016Design and implement private art classes for children and adults.
Mentor at University of Sunderland (PGCE Teaching Candidate)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012Provided support, guidance, counseling, leadership and feedback to a PGCE candidate; evaluated lesson plans and delivery.
IT Consultant / Project Manager at Freelance / Varied North America & Europe Clients
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2006Software development to project management; managed internet portals and micro-sites; oversaw budgets, resources and client relations for major clients (Rogers Media, Alliance Atlantis, Sears Canada, Cognis Iberia, General Motors).
Board Member at In Art We Believe
January 1, 2014 - PresentActive member of board of directors of an initiative that develops teacher training in Art Education, Central and South America.
Programme Developer / Head of English / Teacher (Grades 1–9) at Cantaleum, Zürich
January 1, 2017 - PresentLead design and delivery of interdisciplinary English, Arts, and Social Science programmes. Core member of start-up team developing new bilingual school model. Led curriculum development for primary and secondary programmes focused on inquiry, gifted education, and the arts. Mentored staff and led initiatives in inclusion and student wellbeing. Built systems for cross-language collaboration and student-centred learning. Maintained strong relationships with international families.
Classroom Teacher at International Bilingual School Terra Nova, Zürich
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2016Delivered differentiated bilingual programmes across core subjects. Translated mathematics curriculum (German to English) for Grades 1–2. Led after-school arts programmes and school-wide creative projects.
Classroom Teacher at St. George’s International School, Germany
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008Delivered British Primary Curriculum. Coordinated arts, music, newsletters, and extracurricular clubs.
Private Art Instructor & Studio Owner at Zürich
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016Provided private art instruction and studio management, developing curriculum and workshops for diverse learners.
Mentor at University of Sunderland
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012PGCE candidate mentoring for teacher education program.
IT Consultant & Project Manager
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 2006Digital projects for major international clients.
Programme Developer | Head of English | Teacher (Grades 1 –9) at Cantaleum
January 1, 2017 - PresentLead design and delivery of interdisciplinary English, Arts, and Social Science programmes; Core member of start-up team developing new bilingual school model; Lead curriculum development for primary and secondary programmes focused on inquiry, gifted education, and the arts; Mentor staff and lead initiatives in inclusion and student wellbeing; Build systems for cross-language collaboration and student-centred learning; Maintain strong relationships with international families
Private Art Instructor & Studio Owner
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016Private art instruction and studio ownership
Mentor at University of Sunderland PGCE candidate
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012Mentor PGCE candidate
Programme Developer | Head of English | Teacher (Grades 1–9) at Cantaleum, Zürich
January 1, 2017 - PresentLead design and delivery of interdisciplinary English, Arts, and Social Science programmes. Core member of a start-up team developing a new bilingual school model. Led curriculum development for primary and secondary programmes focused on inquiry, gifted education, and the arts. Mentored staff and led initiatives in inclusion and student wellbeing. Built systems for cross-language collaboration and student-centred learning. Maintained strong relationships with international families.
Classroom Teacher – International School of Bologna at International School of Bologna
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017Delivered PYP-based instruction and assessment. Supported inclusive education with EAL and Learning Support teams. Contributed to global citizenship initiatives and IB professional development.
Classroom Teacher – International Bilingual School Terra Nova, Zürich at International Bilingual School Terra Nova
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2016Delivered differentiated bilingual programmes across core subjects. Translated mathematics curriculum (German to English) for Grades 1–2. Led after-school arts programmes and school-wide creative projects.
Classroom Teacher – St. George’s International School, Germany at St. George’s International School
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008Delivered British Primary Curriculum. Coordinated arts, music, newsletters, and extracurricular clubs.
Private Art Instructor & Studio Owner at Private Art Studio, Zürich
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016Taught private art classes and ran a studio, building client relationships and managing programs.
IT Consultant & Project Manager at Independent / Self-employed
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 2006Delivered digital projects for major international clients as an IT consultant and project manager.
Education
Master of Management in Sustainability at SUMAS, Switzerland
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025MA Expressive Arts & Psychology at European Graduate School, Switzerland
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor at Living Yoga Programme, USA
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009Bachelor of Education (Primary) at York University, Canada
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007CELTA (English Language Teaching) at LSI Toronto, Canada
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005Diploma in Applied Information Technology at ITI Toronto, Canada
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999Bachelor of Arts (Honours) – Fine Art at University of Western Ontario, Canada
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1996M.Sc. Management in Sustainability at SUMAS
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025MA Expressive Arts & Psychology at EGS
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014B.Ed. Primary Education at York University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007B.A. Fine Art (Hons) at Western University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1996CELTA at LSI Toronto
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005Diploma IT at ITI Toronto
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999M.Sc. Management in Sustainability at SUMAS
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025MA Expressive Arts & Psychology at EGS
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014B.Ed. Primary Education at York University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007B.A. Fine Art (Hons) at Western University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1996CELTA at LSI Toronto
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005Diploma IT at ITI Toronto
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999M.Sc. Management in Sustainability at SUMAS
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025MA Expressive Arts & Psychology at EGS
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014B.Ed. Primary Education at York University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007B.A. Fine Art (Hons) at Western University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1996CELTA at LSI Toronto
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005Diploma IT at ITI Toronto
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999Qualifications
Standard First Aid & CPR
January 1, 2015 - June 2, 2026CELTA (English Language Teaching)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005Diploma in Applied Information Technology
January 1, 1999 - June 2, 2026Bachelor of Education (Primary)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007Bachelor of Arts (Honours) – Fine Art
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1996MA Expressive Arts & Psychology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009Master of Management in Sustainability
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025Yoga Instructor Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009CELTA
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005Diploma IT
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999Yoga Instructor Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009Yoga Instructor Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009CELTA
January 1, 2005 - June 3, 2026Diploma IT
January 1, 1999 - June 3, 2026Yoga Instructor Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009Yoga Instructor Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009M.Sc. Management in Sustainability
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025CELTA
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005Diploma IT
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999Yoga Instructor Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009MA Expressive Arts & Psychology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014B.Ed. Primary Education
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007Industry Experience
Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality
Experience Level
Expert
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