Elisa Ingles
Educational Leader
Astana
Summary
Experienced Pedagogical Leader, and IBEN Member with a strong proficiency in Bilingual and Multilingual Teaching and Learning. Proven track record of successfully leading teams and implementing inquiry-based and play-based learning frameworks. Exercises honed competencies in the development, implementation, and execution of performance-enhancing programs. Outstanding skills in parent and student communication, conflict resolution, and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as an advocate leader.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
Pedagogical Leadership Experience
Work History
PYP Coordinator & Assistant Principal
Kazakhstan International School Astana
07.2024 - Current
- Led successful accreditation processes, ensuring high-quality educational experiences for all students.
- Fostered a collaborative learning environment by establishing strong relationships with faculty, staff, students, and parents.
- Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with teachers to develop and implement innovative instructional strategies.
- Facilitated cross-curricular collaboration among faculty to create interdisciplinary learning opportunities for students.
- Increased stakeholder engagement by organizing events that highlighted student accomplishments and promoted school pride.
- Supported teachers in implementing project-based learning initiatives that fostered critical thinking skills in students across content areas.
Elementary Deputy-Principal
Ayeyarwaddy International School. Enrollment: 1300. Curriculum: US Common Core And AP
08.2022 - Current
- Successfully collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise the curriculum, enhancing the learning experience.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Created and supported a culture that values retention, career development, and succession planning by coaching and supporting members
- Collaborated with the Student Support Service Team to develop and implement procedures and policies that streamlined departmental performance and student learning.
- Successfully implemented Power School Student Information System and Curriculum and Instruction Platform.
- Trained users on new software applications and policies, increasing productivity
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Established instructional data-driven practices
- Performed classroom evaluations to support teachers' growth and improvement.
International Baccalaureate Educator Member
International Baccalaureate
10.2019 - Current
- As a Primary Years Program (PYP) Workshop Leader I lead workshops in the Asia Pacific Region and Europe, with teachers and pedagogical leaders.
- As an Authorization Team member and PYP Team Leader I collaboratively work with Team Leaders to visit schools that are ready to gain IB accreditation and write the report after the visit.
Multilingual Language Program Coordinator & PYP Spanish Teacher
American International School Of Lusaka. Enrollment: 450. Curriculum: US Common Core And IB
08.2016 - 06.2022
- Developed and Implemented the PYP Spanish program and Foreign Language curriculum - ACTFL framework with PYP
- Developed, Implemented, and Coordinated Whole School Multilingual Program in collaboration with the PYP Coordinator
- CIS Co-chair for school accreditation.
Elementary Spanish Teacher
Pine Grove Elementary School. Enrollment: 500. Curriculum: US Common Core
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Teaching Spanish K-5 as an Additional Language 3x per week using ACTFL standards and framework
- Introduced to multiple approaches to teaching foreign languages at the Elementary Level.
Primary Teacher Grades 5-6
Immaculada Vedruna. Enrollment: 450. Curriculum: Catalan And Spanish National Curriculum
09.2012 - 07.2013
- Teaching English as a Second Language to upper elementary students in Spain
- Teaching Math games in English.
Early Years Immersion Teacher
Work&Life. Enrollment 50. Curriculum: Catalan National Early Years Curriculum
09.2011 - 06.2012
- Working as a Co-teacher in a Nursery to Kindergarten school with a multilingual program in Catalan -English - Spanish.
Education
Master's Degree in Educational Leadership -
03.2020
Master's Degree in Spanish Teaching -
01.2017
Master's Degree in Educational Psychology -
01.2016
Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education -
01.2010
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Bilingual & Multilingual Teaching and Learning Educator
- PYP Knowledge and Understanding
- Collaboration
- Organization
- Adaptability
- Reflective Thinking
- Purpose-driven
- Growth Mindset
- Student Achievement
- School Community Relations
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Instructional Leadership
Certification
- Teacher Evaluation and Supervision, Curriculum Leadership, and Leadership and Team Dynamics. Principal Training Center (PTC) - July 2021-July 2023
- IB-PYP Advanced Certificate in Leadership Research. International baccalaureate & Camilo José Cela University. February 2019- February 2020
- Bilingual and Multilingual Teaching & Learning, Inquiry and the Additional Language Teacher, Collaborative Planning, and Action in the PYP. International Baccalaureate.
- Adaptive Schools Foundation and Advanced Seminar. Thinking Collaboratively.
Languages
Catalan
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
PYP Coordinator & Assistant Principal - Kazakhstan International School Astana
07.2024 - Current
Elementary Deputy-Principal - Ayeyarwaddy International School. Enrollment: 1300. Curriculum: US Common Core And AP
08.2022 - Current
International Baccalaureate Educator Member - International Baccalaureate
10.2019 - Current
Multilingual Language Program Coordinator & PYP Spanish Teacher - American International School Of Lusaka. Enrollment: 450. Curriculum: US Common Core And IB
08.2016 - 06.2022
Elementary Spanish Teacher - Pine Grove Elementary School. Enrollment: 500. Curriculum: US Common Core
08.2013 - 06.2015
Primary Teacher Grades 5-6 - Immaculada Vedruna. Enrollment: 450. Curriculum: Catalan And Spanish National Curriculum
09.2012 - 07.2013
Early Years Immersion Teacher - Work&Life. Enrollment 50. Curriculum: Catalan National Early Years Curriculum
09.2011 - 06.2012
Camilo José Cela University - Master's Degree in Educational Leadership,
Barcelona University - Master's Degree in Spanish Teaching,
Open University of Catalonia - Master's Degree in Educational Psychology,
Barcelona University - Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education,
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