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Daniel stavisky

bury,Lancashire

Summary

A highly qualified and experienced Secondary (English) and primary teacher. I have had recent experience of working as a teacher as well as in leadership in international schools in Moscow. I have a master's degree with distinction from Exeter University in education/ leadership and am able to deliver consistently outstanding lessons at a consistent level.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
26
26
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Head of English

Heritage International School
Moscow, Russia
09.2021 - 06.2023
  • Developed programme structures and courses complying with Cambridge Key Stage 3 and IGCSE requirements.

Head of English

Russian international School
Moscow, Russia
09.2019 - 06.2021


  • Taught and oversaw Cambridge Key Stage 3, IGCSE and A'Level English language and literature courses.
  • Oversaw English as a foreign language, introducing IELTS program for students, post 16.
  • Optimised student educational experiences with clear advice on course choices, progression and career options.
  • Acted as mentor for trainee teachers and oversaw and led delivery of training across secondary school,
  • Conferred with educators to constantly identify current classroom concerns and diversify instructional strategies.
  • Enforced fair and equitable disciplinary code to protect students and staff.
  • Hired and mentored well-qualified job applicants for teaching and support staff roles, boosting programme success.

Head of English

Our Lady's RC High School
Okdham, Lancashire
09.2011 - 07.2016
  • Taught and oversaw English programs from Key Stage 3 to GCSE and A'Level (English language and literature)
  • Assisted Head of EAL in foreign language and second language course management
  • Oversaw staff training and common professional development in the department
  • Stayed current on applicable codes and guidelines to maintain compliant programme operations.

Gifted and Talented Coordinator

English Schools' Foundation
Hong Kong
09.2009 - 07.2010
  • Oversaw gifted and talented program at primary and secondary school level in its roll out across 22 schools
  • Chaired Vice Principles' Committee for Gifted and Talented Program, making decisions across the whole foundation
  • Oversaw the creation of a clear policy for identifying gifted and talented program across all primary and secondary schools.
  • Ensured clear routines for the different patterns of delivery that could be used with each group
  • .Delivered training for extending students within the class at primary and secondary level
  • Taught Gifted and Talented PYP students English and Maths program using PYP course content and inquiry-based learning.

Assistant Head of English

Breeze Hill High School
Oldham, Lancashire
09.2005 - 06.2007
  • Led and motivated teaching and support staff to continuously improve knowledge and abilities for optimum student education and support.
  • Integrated approaches to modernise and streamline programme operations, maintaining financial solvency and improving student performance.
  • Elevated school profile to bring in better staff, students and partnerships.
  • Analysed programme trends to identify areas of improvement and recommended corrective actions.

Teacher of English

Wardle High School
Rochdale, Oldham
09.2002 - 07.2005
  • Consistently improved course curriculum by attending weekly training opportunities, including in-house training
  • Planned weekly extra-curricular activities such as museum and 'places of interest' visits, such as a visit to 'Bronte' country, social events and outings to enhance students' learning experience.
  • Applied up to date classroom learning techniques, based on Piaget's constructivist theory and Vygotsky's theory of proximal development whilst developing confidence, language and behaviour.
  • Increased student engagement by implementing creative, innovative teaching techniques, such as Smart Boards, VR use.

Teacher of English, Gifted/talented Coordinator

King David High School
Manchester, Lancashire
09.1998 - 06.2001
  • Oversaw identification of students in line with government policy
  • Trained teachers in the extension of students through extension and enrichment
  • Tracked progress of G+T students across the school
  • Planned and delivered UK curriculum for English to GCSE and A'Level

Education

Master of Arts - Education/ Education Leadership and Management

University of Exeter, England
09.2021 - 06.2023

and Talented Coordinator

Secondary to Primary Conversion Course, PT - Education

Manchester LEA, England
09.2001 - 05.2022

5, Russian, region (Cambridge

PGCE - English

University of Leeds, England
09.1997 - 06.1998

Also completed TESOL qualification at Diploma equivalent level

Bachelor of Arts - English literature and theology

Cardiff University, Wales
09.1990 - 06.1993

Skills


  • Advanced distributive and transformational leadership skills in education
  • Outstanding classroom instruction using up to date, evidence- based methodology
  • Extremely capable manager of training and mentoring across schools
  • Specialist in gifted and talented education

Timeline

Head of English - Heritage International School
09.2021 - 06.2023
University of Exeter - Master of Arts, Education/ Education Leadership and Management
09.2021 - 06.2023
Head of English - Russian international School
09.2019 - 06.2021
Head of English - Our Lady's RC High School
09.2011 - 07.2016
Gifted and Talented Coordinator - English Schools' Foundation
09.2009 - 07.2010
Assistant Head of English - Breeze Hill High School
09.2005 - 06.2007
Teacher of English - Wardle High School
09.2002 - 07.2005
Manchester LEA - Secondary to Primary Conversion Course, PT, Education
09.2001 - 05.2022
Teacher of English, Gifted/talented Coordinator - King David High School
09.1998 - 06.2001
University of Leeds - PGCE, English
09.1997 - 06.1998
Cardiff University - Bachelor of Arts, English literature and theology
09.1990 - 06.1993

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