Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
Accomplishments
Hobbies
Timeline
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Nemanja Topovic

Shenzhen,China

Summary

An experienced and innovative PHE teacher with over 15 years of experience in the IB International Curriculum. Expertise in class supervision, behavior management and motivational techniques. I am very passionate about helping students set and achieve their physical education goals and improve their overall health and well-being.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
5
5

Certifications

Work History

PYP, MYP PHE Teacher

Shen Wai International School
Shenzhen, China
08.2017 - Current
  • Creating and delivering dynamic, differentiated lesson plans, aligned to learning outcomes through KG-10 PHE and swimming lessons
  • Collaboratively developing SWIS KG-10 PHE Curriculum Framework, ensuring vertical and horizontal alignment
  • Giving parent presentations to further understanding of Physical Education in the IB
  • Planning and running school-wide Sports Days and Swimming Galas
  • Coaching LS, MS and HS, boys and girls sports teams.

Co-Teacher/Teaching Assistant

International School of Belgrade
Belgrade, Serbia
10.2006 - 07.2017
  • Planning and delivering lessons and student assessment
  • Developing differentiated, engaging tasks and activities
  • Engaged in one-on-one work with EAL and SEN students
  • Organizing various ASA, and sports tournaments
  • Coaching LS, MS and HS, boys and girls sports teams
  • Staff Association vice-chair, involved in school wide budgeting
  • Coordinating the Orientation Week for the new teachers
  • Coordinating the school Yearbook Team, and LS Magazine club

Art Director/Graphic Designer

LARS Publishing
Belgrade, Serbia
01.2004 - 07.2007
  • Contribute to creative process through original ideas and inspiration
  • Researched industry trends and evaluated competitive pieces to enhance creativity and gather fresh ideas
  • Responsible for 2 magazines and it's cover page visual layout

Education

PPM Teacher Certification Programme - Teaching Certificate

SINGIDUNUM University
Belgrade, Serbia
2017

Bachelor of Science - Management in Sports

ALFA University
Belgrade, Serbia
2016

Associate of Applied Science - Sports Management in Education

Academy of Sports
Belgrade, Serbia
2015

Skills

  • Experienced Educator
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Dynamic and Engaging Lessons
  • PE Curriculum Development
  • Student Behavior Management
  • Implementing technology
  • Certified Coach

Certification

  • Delivering the MYP PHE Curriculum (IBO Cat2)
  • Making the PYP Happen (IBO Cat1)
  • Teaching Swimming and Water Safety (AUSTSWIM)
  • Heartsaver CPR-AED (AHA)
  • TESOL Certificate: Teach English Now! (Arizona State University)

Accomplishments

  • Over 13 years of educational experience at international schools
  • I am proficient in use of various educational technology (MacOS, PC and Android platforms, ManageBac, Moodle, iDoceo, FlipGrid, Padlet, SeeSaw, Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams, etc.)
  • I was a lecturer at international conferences in Columbia MD, Washington DC, Zagreb and Vienna
  • I am an EU passport holder
  • I am a captain of SZ Lions football club the champions of the SIAFL league in Shenzhen

Hobbies

Playing football (soccer), tennis, squash, basketball, ultimate frisbee, skiing and SCUBA diving. I am a member of SZ Athletic football club, that competes in the SIAFL league. I also participate in amateur tennis and squash leagues in Shenzhen.

Timeline

PYP, MYP PHE Teacher

Shen Wai International School
08.2017 - Current

Co-Teacher/Teaching Assistant

International School of Belgrade
10.2006 - 07.2017

Art Director/Graphic Designer

LARS Publishing
01.2004 - 07.2007

PPM Teacher Certification Programme - Teaching Certificate

SINGIDUNUM University

Bachelor of Science - Management in Sports

ALFA University

Associate of Applied Science - Sports Management in Education

Academy of Sports
Nemanja Topovic