Member of the Hong Kong Birdwatching Society
Glenda Khoo
Head Of Professional Development
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Diligent about enforcing rules and skilled in motivating staff.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Head of Professional Development
Singapore International School
Hong Kong
08.2022 - Current
- Crafted and implemented experiential outdoor education programme ( Programme for Active Learning ) for Primary 1-2.
- Partnered across departments to run Professional Development events and activities smoothly.
- Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
Head of Primary / Vice Principal
Korean International School
Hong Kong
08.2008 - 08.2022
- Provided visionary leadership by introducing a new UK curriculum and restructured the Primary Section as a framework for change.
- Encouraged interdepartmental and cross-functional teams collaboration in development and support of activities, programmes, and lessons.
- Wrote content for press releases, website and social media pages and managed public communications in crisis situations.
- Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
Assistant Director, Organisational Development
National Arts Council
Singapore
01.2006 - 04.2008
- Appointed by the Ministry of Communications and the Arts to join the inter-Ministerial Innovation Working Committee.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Successfully led an implementation project for assessment and garnering the Singapore Quality Class award in Feb 2008.
- Wrote executive speeches and letters to deliver consistent message across all internal and external communication channels.
Manager
National Arts Council, NAC
Hong Kong
08.2001 - 01.2006
- Won both a gold (agency level) and silver award (ministry level) for leading a project to enhance the staff suggestion scheme in 2003
- Successfully revamped a ministry-wide event and achieved $30,000 in cost savings (MICA Innovation Fiesta 04)
- Was nominated by colleagues for the Star Award (good internal communications) in 2003.
Mainstream Class Teacher
Poi Ching Primary School
Singapore
01.1999 - 08.2001
- Taught English/Science/Mathematics for 3 years and was the level head for English
- 3 children in the form class qualified for the Gifted Education Programme.
Gifted Education Stream Teacher
Tao Nan Primary School
Singapore
11.1997 - 12.1999
- Worked cooperatively with other Gifted teachers across Singapore to review curriculum and instructional approaches/
- Taught English/Music/Art and supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Mainstream Class Teacher
Haig Boys’ School
Singapore
07.1997 - 11.1997
- Taught English/Mathematics/Music and was the Acting Head for Music.
- Selected for teaching in the Gifted Education Programme (GEP).
Cadet Teacher
Tao Nan Primary School Singapore
Singapore
01.1996 - 06.1996
- Taught English/Mathematics/Science/Physical Education and was a form teacher for 6 months
- Selected for teacher’s training in the National Institute of Education.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (Merit) - Psychology and Mass Communications
National University of Singapore
08.1992 - 08.1995
Post Graduate Diploma in Education - Elementary Education
Nanyang Technological University
Singapore 01.1996 - 01.1997
Master of Education - Educational Guidance
The University of Hong Kong
08.2010 - 12.2012
Skills
Interpersonal Communication
undefinedCertification
Hong Kong Registered Teacher, HK Education Bureau (Registration Number: R258047)
Interests
Member of the Singapore Nature Society
Member of the Singapore Photographic Society
Timeline
Head of Professional Development
Singapore International School
08.2022 - Current
Master of Education - Educational Guidance
The University of Hong Kong
08.2010 - 12.2012
Head of Primary / Vice Principal
Korean International School
08.2008 - 08.2022
Assistant Director, Organisational Development
National Arts Council
01.2006 - 04.2008
Manager
National Arts Council, NAC
08.2001 - 01.2006
Mainstream Class Teacher
Poi Ching Primary School
01.1999 - 08.2001
Gifted Education Stream Teacher
Tao Nan Primary School
11.1997 - 12.1999
Mainstream Class Teacher
Haig Boys’ School
07.1997 - 11.1997
Post Graduate Diploma in Education - Elementary Education
Nanyang Technological University
01.1996 - 01.1997
Cadet Teacher
Tao Nan Primary School Singapore
01.1996 - 06.1996
Bachelor of Arts (Merit) - Psychology and Mass Communications
National University of Singapore
08.1992 - 08.1995
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