Cecilia Egan
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Summary
Detail-oriented, global education professional with strong organizational and leadership skills. Extensive experience in recruitment, selection, and student welfare with an interdisciplinary approach. International teaching background in secondary and tertiary education. Lifelong commitment to intercultural education and sustainability.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chair
UWC Venezuelan National Committee
07.1997 - Current
- Chair since May 2022
- Liaison with UWC International (London and Berlin), and the 18 United World Colleges around the world
- In charge of coordinating approximately 90 volunteers in the annual selection process, awarding merit and needs based scholarships to students between ages 16-18 to attend the UWCs for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
- In charge of all year round student welfare
- In charge of the design and deployment of a 10-week coaching program to onboard and prepare students for residential life
- Worked in various roles since 1997 (selector, treasurer, database curator, promotion, exam and selection weekend coordinator, mentorship program, vice-chair).
Board Member
UWC International
01.2024 - Current
- Previously Council Member of UWC International, 2021 - 2023
- Americas and Caribbean National Committee Representative before the UWC International Council since 2021
- Member of the Selection and Admissions Task Force.
Selector
RISE
04.2021 - Current
- RISE is a global initiative of Schmidt Futures and the Rhodes Trust that awards merit-based scholarships to 15-17 year old students
- Collaborator for selection activities and interviews.
Selector
UWC International
01.2018 - Current
- Advisor and selector of international students for the Global Selection Programme (GSP), an entry route for United World Colleges.
Editor
Freelance
01.2006 - Current
- Proofreader, translator and editor (English and Spanish) for literary and academic works.
Instructor
ISKL
01.2019 - 01.2020
- ESL for parents
- Spanish Mother Tongue After School Activity for MS students.
Education
Grand Diplôme de Cuisine et de Pâtisserie. Diplôme de Boulangerie - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu Dusit
Bangkok, Thailand2015
MA Applied Linguistics (ABT) -
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, USA2005
Bachelor of Arts - Literature And Liberal Arts
Universidad Católica Andrés Bello
Caracas, Venezuela2003
IBDP -
United World College of The Adriatic
Duino, Italy1997
Skills
- Collaborative mindset
- Stakeholder management
- Community engagement
- Influencing skills
- Volunteer oversight
- Excellent communication
- Problem-solving skills
- Policy review
- Attention to detail
- Analytical thinking
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Italian
Advanced
C1
French
Intermediate
B1
Portuguese
Intermediate
B1
Thai
Beginner
A1
Korean
Beginner
A1
Hobbies and Interests
- World cuisine
- Ashtanga yoga & Pilates
- Arts & crafts and DIY projects
- SPCA volunteer
Certification
- Equality and Diversity - Level 2, EduCare | Tes (2021).
- Understanding the Role of the Safeguarding Lead - Level 2, EduCare | Tes (2021).
- Safeguarding Young People for International Schools - Level 2, EduCare | Tes (2021).
- Sexual Violence and Harassment between Children and Young People, Level 2,EduCare | Tes (2021).
Timeline
Board Member
UWC International
01.2024 - Current
Selector
RISE
04.2021 - Current
Instructor
ISKL
01.2019 - 01.2020
Selector
UWC International
01.2018 - Current
Editor
Freelance
01.2006 - Current
Chair
UWC Venezuelan National Committee
07.1997 - Current
Grand Diplôme de Cuisine et de Pâtisserie. Diplôme de Boulangerie - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu Dusit
MA Applied Linguistics (ABT) -
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Arts - Literature And Liberal Arts
Universidad Católica Andrés Bello
IBDP -
United World College of The Adriatic
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