NICHOLAS ILIFFE
Deputy Principal High School
Dongguan
Summary
Well-rounded and dynamic education administrator with expertise in curriculum planning and development. Offers student-focused, dynamic communication skills. Experience leading school administration and building lasting relationships and partnering with all stakeholders to meet school-wide objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
23
23
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Deputy Principal High School
Tsinglan International School
08.2019 - Current
- Lead and support Heads of Department and Grade Leaders in executing the academic and pastoral objectives of the school; Collaborate with the Dean of Students and Activities Coordinator to plan and organise student clubs, Houses and other student related activities; ; Advisor to the Student Council; Chairperson of the Discipline Committee; IGCSE and A Level History Teacher.
- Work closely with teachers through regular observations and feedback on academic programs, analyse assessment and student data to ensure effective teaching and learning and continuous improvement.
Deputy Principal High School
Crawford College International
01.2015 - 07.2019
- Head of Academics and Sports portfolios; Head of staff academic professional development; Co-head of accreditation committee; Head of Grade 12; Grade 10 - 12 Business Studies Teacher; VCAA examiner and internal moderator for Business Studies Paper 1 and Paper 2.
- Addressed disciplinary issues fairly and consistently while maintaining open lines of communication with parents or guardians involved.
Regional Academic Director
The Walt Disney Company (Disney English)
09.2009 - 12.2014
- Support academic directors with teacher management, training and professional development, schedule planning, teacher recruitment and marketing.
- Increased enrollment numbers and reduced student turnover across the East region by creating targeted marketing materials highlighting program strengths and successes and by focusing on teacher improvement in the classroom.
Business Studies and History Teacher
Crawford College International (Lonehill)
01.2005 - 08.2009
- Lesson planning, curriculum delivery, assessment writing and data analysis; Creating materials to support learning at different levels; Using assessment analysis to develop individualised lesson plans and differentiated learning materials
- Assistant Sport Coordinator
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History And International Politics
UNISA, Johannesburg
12.2006
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - History And Business Studies
UNISA, Johannesburg
12.2007
Educational Administration
Keele University, UK
Newcastle 04.2001 - 05.2024
Skills
Staff Management
undefinedProfile
Dongguan, China, +8613925797241, niliffe@gmail.com
References
- Dr John Brown, Director of Curriculum and Teaching, Tsinglan School, John.Brown@tsinglan.org
- Mr Andre Loots, Deputy Principal, Centennial Schools (former Principal Crawford International North Coast), aloots@centennialschools.co.za
- Mr Shaun Fuchs, CEO and Executive Principal, Centennial Schools (former Principal Crawford International Lonehill), shaun@centennialschools.co.za
Timeline
Deputy Principal High School
Tsinglan International School
08.2019 - Current
Deputy Principal High School
Crawford College International
01.2015 - 07.2019
Regional Academic Director
The Walt Disney Company (Disney English)
09.2009 - 12.2014
Business Studies and History Teacher
Crawford College International (Lonehill)
01.2005 - 08.2009
Educational Administration
Keele University, UK
04.2001 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - History And International Politics
UNISA, Johannesburg
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - History And Business Studies
UNISA, Johannesburg
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