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I am a collaborative IB school leader and Doctor of Education with over 20 years of international experience across East and Southeast Asia. My leadership is centered on building strong, connected school communities where student well-being and academic excellence go hand in hand. I have a proven track record of driving institutional growth and navigating complex transitions by listening closely to families, faculty, and boards to ensure long-term stability and trust.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION
Doctor of Education (EdD) - University of Western Ontario (2020)
School Leadership in International Contexts
Master of Education (MEd) - Framingham State University (2016)
International Teaching focus
Bachelor of Education (BEd) - Lakehead University (2002)
Intermediate/Senior Chemistry & Mathematics Specialization
First Class Standing
Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Lakehead University (2001)
Major: Chemistry, Minor: Mathematics
Certificate of Qualification and Registration - Ontario College of Teachers (2016)
Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT), Registration Number: 459643
Principal Qualification
Superintendent Qualification (ongoing)
Senior Division Qualification, Mathematics & Science - Chemistry
Intermediate Division Qualification, Mathematics & Science - Chemistry
Junior Division Qualification
Clinical Educator Training Certification (CET) - University of West Florida (2014, 2017)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Head of School - Mont'Kiara International School (2026-2027)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Associate Head of School - Mont'Kiara International School (2025-2026)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Elementary School Principal - Mont'Kiara International School (2021-2026)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Elementary School Assistant Principal - Mont'Kiara International School (2020-2021)
Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
Head of Innovation & Learning (IB PYP/MYP/DP) - Mont' Kiara International School (2018-2021)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Director- Uchon Elementary School (2017-2018)
Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Curriculum Coordinator/Lead Teacher - Uchon Elementary School (2012-2016)
Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Program Supervisor - POLY Returnee Education Institute (2004-2012)
Nowon-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Adult Education and Retraining Instructor - Sylvan Learning Center (2002-2004)
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
Supplementary Education Service Provider - Red Rock Indian Band (2002-2004)
Lake Helen Reserve 53A, Lake Helen First Nation, Ontario, Canada
Lakehead Board of Education Mathematics Tutor - Sir Winston Churchill C.V.I. (2002)
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
RECENT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
RECENT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Concept-based Learning in the PYP/MYP Classroom
Kennedy Center Arts Integration Training
ACS WASC Focus on Learning Accreditation Training
Balanced Literacy: The Workshop Model in CCSS/PYP Classrooms
Approaches to Learning: Teaching with 21st Century Skills in Mind
Mindfulness Ambassador Program Facilitator Certification - Mindfulness Without Borders
Mindful 365 - Mindfulness Without Borders
Teaching Sustainable Development Goals - Microsoft Educator Community
Teacher Academy Windows 10 - Microsoft Educator Community
Technology Enriched Instruction - Microsoft Educator Community
Problem-Based Learning- Microsoft Educator Community
Mindful Schools: Difficult Emotions Course for Educators
Mindful Schools: Mindful Educator Essentials
Building the Excellence Mindset into Your Teachers
Students at the Center: Personalized Learning with Habits of Mind - ASCD
Mindful Schools: Mindfulness Fundamentals
Education: Next Generation Conference - Fall 2016
Education: Next Generation Conference - Spring 2016
Transformative Leadership Summit
Making Educators Partners in Suicide Prevention - Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide
Using Data to Determine Student Mastery - ASCD
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