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Who am II am an international IB Physical Educator of over 25 years experience, IB Workshop Leader and BQC Curriculum Reviewer as well as the current lead of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at ACS Schools, in the UK and Qatar.
I am also the author of the up and coming Physical & Health Education MYP by Concept book by Hodder Education. EducationMaster of Arts (M.A.) Sport & Culture
University of Roehampton, England Bachelor of Education (B.Ed. Hons.) Physical & Adventure Education University of North Wales, Bangor |
Teaching Experience
HoD Physical & Health Education / HS Student Council Advisor / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Lead
ACS Egham International School, England, 2018 - present
HoD Physical & Health Education / MS Student Council Advisor
Chadwick International School, South Korea, 2014 - 2018
Physical Education Teacher
International School of Basel, Switzerland, 2008 -2014
Physical Education Teacher / Health & Social Education Coordinator
Beijing BISS International School, China, 2004 - 2008
Physical Education Teacher
Falcon School for Boys, Chiswick, England, 2003 - 2004
Physical Education Coordinator / Classroom Teacher
The Priory School, Wimbledon, England, 2001 - 2003
Activities Coordinator / Physical Education Teacher
International School of Paris, France, 1999 - 2001
ACS Egham International School, England, 2018 - present
HoD Physical & Health Education / MS Student Council Advisor
Chadwick International School, South Korea, 2014 - 2018
Physical Education Teacher
International School of Basel, Switzerland, 2008 -2014
Physical Education Teacher / Health & Social Education Coordinator
Beijing BISS International School, China, 2004 - 2008
Physical Education Teacher
Falcon School for Boys, Chiswick, England, 2003 - 2004
Physical Education Coordinator / Classroom Teacher
The Priory School, Wimbledon, England, 2001 - 2003
Activities Coordinator / Physical Education Teacher
International School of Paris, France, 1999 - 2001
Professional Leadership & Affiliations
IB MYP Physical and Health Education Workshop Leader, International Baccalaureate
IB MYP Building Quality Curriculum Reviewer, International Baccalaureate
IB MYP Physical and Health Education Curriculum Reviewer, International Baccalaureate
Racial Equity Facilitator, Equity Literacy Institute
International School Services Diversity Collaborative, Advocacy Committee Member
Association of International Educators and Teachers of Colour, Member and Self Care Workshop Facilitator
IB MYP Building Quality Curriculum Reviewer, International Baccalaureate
IB MYP Physical and Health Education Curriculum Reviewer, International Baccalaureate
Racial Equity Facilitator, Equity Literacy Institute
International School Services Diversity Collaborative, Advocacy Committee Member
Association of International Educators and Teachers of Colour, Member and Self Care Workshop Facilitator
Podcasts
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This is a series of conversations with an international teacher of colour. The idea is to reach out to international schools, international organisations and international recruitment agencies to talk about how they are making systemic changes with regards to racial equity in their institutions.
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A podcast series on elements of MYP Physical and Health Education focusing on the Inquiry part of the unit planner.
The first series explores the conceptual inquiry where as the second series explores inquiry even further. 
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Websites
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In 2015, the Physical and Health Education in the MYP Group was established as a space for sharing ideas, asking questions and collaborating with other practitioners.
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In 2020, the International Teachers of Colour Facebook Group was established, I saw the need for a continued conversation amongst all international teachers of colour.
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Articles and Professional networks
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The Times Educational Supplement has strongly encouraged educators to express their experiences, ideas and thoughts on a variety of educational issues. In 2020, I wrote this article.
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The BAMEd Network represents educators of colour. The network it allows me to reach out and connect with teachers to establish training and learning opportunities.
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Keynote Presentations
Key Note Presentation @ the 2021 (PHASE) Physical Education, Health, Athletics, Sports, and Experiential Learning Conference.
A story of how determination and perseverance can overcome obstacles, discrimination and anxiety in one’s life. It particularly pertains to my story as an international teacher of colour navigating through systems and people who would prevent opportunities but how my drive and energy led me to where I am now.
A story of how determination and perseverance can overcome obstacles, discrimination and anxiety in one’s life. It particularly pertains to my story as an international teacher of colour navigating through systems and people who would prevent opportunities but how my drive and energy led me to where I am now.
Webinars
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An MYP Physical and Health Education discussion on the May 2021 eportfolio I hosted with a focus on the first two tasks of the partially completed unit planner.
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An MYP Physical & Health Education webinar on adapting units during distance learning I hosted along with other well established and experienced MYP practitioners
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Workshops
Recent workshops I have developed and led.
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A co-led workshop delving into aspects of curriculum, assessment, feedback, diversity, equity and inclusion as well as aspects of social and emotional wellbeing.
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A co-led series of workshops with a focus on physical and mental wellbeing for teachers and students in the school environment.
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Workshop for educators across ACS's three UK campuses focusing on white fragility, anti-racism and microaggressions and how they might play out in the workplace.
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Workshop on inquiry in physical and health education in the MYP and how to incorporate these into your planning and teaching.
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Books
Conceptual and context driven approach through inquiry and development of ATL skills for MYP Physical and Health Education
Year 4 & 5 students
Year 4 & 5 students
