David
I am an experienced Head of Secondary and currently serve as the Director of Education, bringing a wealth of expertise in academic leadership, curriculum design, and examination processes. With a strong foundation as a historian, I am well-versed in a range of subjects and deeply knowledgeable about examinations, exam boards, and supporting parents and students in transitioning to homeschooling programs, including guidance on selecting suitable exam boards.
Previously, I held a range of leadership and teaching positions, including:
Head of Key Stage 4 (KS4) and Head of History at ISS, an international school in Seychelles, I was responsible for teaching and monitoring History up to A2 level.
Junior History Coordinator / Teacher of History / EPQ Coordinator at The Senior School, Nicosia, Cyprus, where I contributed to a well-established, not-for-profit institution serving students aged 11 to 19.
History Coordinator at The British School of Gran Canaria, Spain.
Humanities Coordinator at SCL International School, Thailand.
Head of Year 7 / Teacher of History at The Grove School (Newark Academy), UK.
Throughout these roles, I have gained extensive experience in both academic and pastoral management, teaching a diverse array of students from multiple nationalities and backgrounds. My teaching expertise spans History, Geography, ICT, English, and Religious Education, with an in-depth understanding of:
British National Curriculum for KS2 and KS3 History and Geography.
OCR, Edexcel, and AQA specifications for GCSE and A-level History.
CIE History and Geography iGCSE programs.
Additionally, I serve as an examiner for Edexcel GCSE History, OCR GCSE History, and IB History, providing me with exceptional insight into a variety of exam boards and their assessment requirements.
Academic Credentials
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in International Studies (History, European Studies, and English as a Second Language), Nottingham Trent University, achieving a 2:1 with top honors in ESL.
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in History, University of Leicester.
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Education with Merit, University of Nottingham (2012).
Part-time doctoral research in History (Ph.D.), University of Nottingham (currently on sabbatical).
With my breadth of experience in leadership, teaching, and curriculum expertise, I am committed to fostering academic excellence and supporting students, parents, and educators in achieving their goals.
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