Highly motivated and experienced PYP Coordinator and Math Teacher with 10+ years of experience in IB inquiry-based learning environments. Proven leadership in curriculum development, teacher mentoring, and fostering a collaborative learning community. Dedicated to student success and passionate about implementing the PYP framework to cultivate internationally-minded learners. Active IBEN member and workshop leader with expertise in various IB teaching and learning strategies.
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Elaine WU
Australian
Shanghai
Summary
Overview
11
years of professional experience
2
Languages
Work History
Shanghai Qingpu World Foreign Language School
PYP Coordinator & Math Teacher
07.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Act as a fully contributing member of the executive team
- Collaborate with Head for strategic planning regarding all aspects of school development
- Ensure the smooth implementation of the IB PYP curriculum, aligning with IB standards and school-wide goals
- Lead the development and review of the school's scope and sequence documents
- Oversee curriculum mapping, resource allocation, and the integration of digital technologies
- Contact and collaborate with external resources, providers, and project partners to enrich the PYP program
- Recruit teachers or staffs with interviews
- Cooperate and collaborate with MYP (Middle Years Programme) coordinators and teachers to ensure smooth transitions and alignment between the PYP and MYP programs, particularly regarding schedules and activities
- Monitor year-level collaborative planning and ensure vertical and horizontal articulation
- Facilitate and coordinate weekly teacher planning meetings and staff meetings
- Develop and monitor schedules for all classes
- Work closely with the Deputy/expert teachers with teacher supervision and evaluation
- Provide support to teachers in planning, modeling, and implementing effective teaching strategies, including inquiry-based learning and assessment
- Design and implement the annual professional development plan, including IB-related workshops and training
- Conduct teacher appraisals and provide feedback
- Mentor and support new teachers in understanding and implementing the PYP framework
- Facilitate communication and collaboration among all staff involved in PYP implementation, particularly leading UOI collaborative planning and reflection
- Communicate regularly with the PTA and conduct monthly PTA meetings
- Conduct parent information sessions and workshops
- Oversee and design school activities and events that align with the PYP philosophy and IB learning outcomes, including the implementation of both long-term and short-term projects
- Contribute to administrative tasks, including budget management and other duties as assigned
- Organise teacher support with planning, modeling, and strategies in learning environments
- Ensure that reporting formats reflect the PYP and national requirements
- Manage the ManageBac system and monitor documentation progress
Shanghai World Foreign Language School
PYP Year Level Foreign Head of Instructor (Y3-5)
09.2015 - 06.2020
Job overview
- Create and implement written curriculum, scope and sequence, lesson plans, unit planners
- Plan and teach Math, English and Unit of Inquiry
- Promoted learning through an inquiry-based curriculum centered around units of study
- Create unit activities and formative/summative assessment tools aligning to POI
- Attend to the students’ personal well-being
- Ensure a horizontal alignment as a year level
- Plan and coordinate Exhibition
- Design, assess and evaluate students using the Primary Years Program Framework
- Plan and Design students’ assembly and related events
- Support new staff in the implementation of the PYP Program
- Assist day to day running of the program
- Coordinate displays in corridors in consultation with all teachers
- Assist Leadership in coordinating special events and day to day activities
- Work with PYP Coordinator/Vice Principal in collaboration
Shanghai World Foreign Language Primary School
PYP Department Homeroom Teacher
03.2014 - 06.2020
Job overview
Education
University of NottinghamNottingham, UK
PGCEi from Postgraduate Certificate in Education
07.2022 - 07.2023
University Overview
California State University California, US
IB Certificate from Teaching And Learning
04.2018 - 03.2019
University Overview
Macquarie UniversitySydney, Australia
Master of Commerce from International Trade
07.2008 - 11.2009
University Overview
Macquarie UniversitySydney, Australia
Bachelor of Accounting from Professional Accounting
06.2006 - 06.2008
University Overview
Skills
10 years IB experience
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- 2022 'Excellent Leader' of Shanghai World Foreign Language Education Corporation Group
- 2020 'Excellent Mentor' of Shanghai Qingpu World Foreign Language School
- 2020 'Excellent Employee' of Shanghai Qingpu World Foreign Language School
Professional Development
Professional Development
- Participants of IB Global Conference 2024
- MYP Developing the MYP Introductory
- IB Category 3: The Learning Environment and Inquiry
- IB Category 3: The Role of the Coordinator
- IB Category 2: Concept-Driven Learners
- IB Category 2: Exhibition
- IB Category 2: Assessment
- IB Category 2: Evidencing-Learning
- IB Category 2: Collaborative Planning
- IB Category 1: Making the PYP Happen
- Harvard Zero Project: Visible Thinking
- Harvard Zero Project: Differentiated Strategies
Additional Information
Additional Information
- Host, 2nd Chongqing International Baccalaureate Schools Association Conference 2024
- Breakout Session Presenter, IB China Education Forum 2024
- Guest Speaker, Renaissance English Reading Session 2024
- Judge, ESDP Speech and Debate Pentathlon 2022-2023
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Certification
IB Teaching & Learning
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
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Work-life balancePersonal development programsCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsLanguages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Interests
Travelling, music and art
Timeline
University of Nottingham
PGCEi from Postgraduate Certificate in Education
07.2022 - 07.2023
PYP Coordinator & Math Teacher
Shanghai Qingpu World Foreign Language School
07.2020 - Current
IB Teaching & Learning
03-2019
California State University
IB Certificate from Teaching And Learning
04.2018 - 03.2019
PYP Year Level Foreign Head of Instructor (Y3-5)
Shanghai World Foreign Language School
09.2015 - 06.2020
TESOL
03-2015
PYP Department Homeroom Teacher
Shanghai World Foreign Language Primary School
03.2014 - 06.2020
Macquarie University
Master of Commerce from International Trade
07.2008 - 11.2009
Macquarie University
Bachelor of Accounting from Professional Accounting
06.2006 - 06.2008
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