Ian Evans
Ruscombe,ENG
Summary
Compassionate educator with strong and effective skills in applying empathy and trauma-informed practice to student mentoring and staff management.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Curriculum Manager/Assistant Principal
United Colleges Group
London
09.2018 - Current
- I have undertaken various curriculum and senior management roles in a further education college, with experience of multi-campus leadership.
- Conducted regular meetings with academic staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive teaching environment.
- Monitored and analysed course feedback, implementing changes to enhance the educational experience.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, providing detailed reports to academic boards.
- Reviewed and updated course syllabi annually, maintaining relevance and compliance with academic standards.
- Visited classrooms to observe teaching techniques, evaluate teachers' performance, and assess students' results.
- Liaised with external organisations for guest lectures, industry visits, and enriching the curriculum.
- Oversaw budget allocation for course resources, maximising efficiency, and educational quality.
- Collaborated with industry experts to incorporate real-world applications into course materials, enhancing student employability.
- Monitored legislative changes in education policy to adapt curriculum content and delivery methods accordingly.
- Conducted regular reviews of curriculum content to ensure relevance and alignment with industry trends, and job market demands.
Lecturer/Tutor
City of Westminster College
London
09.2006 - Current
- Mentored students to achieve target grades through personalised guidance.
- Designed, planned, and delivered lectures aligned with curriculum requirements.
- Assessed assignments and examinations, providing constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Developed tests and instructional materials to evaluate student learning objectives.
- Created engaging presentations for both classroom and online instruction.
- Contributed to faculty meetings, influencing policy development and departmental strategic planning.
Educational Writing Coordinator
Instant Education Solutions Ltd
Hamilton, New Zealand
03.2004 - 07.2006
- Managed creation of educational training and assessment resources, achieving adherence to NZQA standards via coordination with specialist authors and moderators.
Main Grade Lecturer
City of Westminster College
London
09.2000 - 07.2003
- Delivered and managed curriculum for Engineering Mathematics and IT courses.
Lecturer
Merthyr Tydfil College
Merthyr Tydfil
10.1996 - 08.2000
- Main grade lecturer in Mathematics and IT.
Software Developer
Onemode Ltd
Plymouth
10.1991 - 08.1995
- Customer Relationship role for small software programme developer specialising in retail databases.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate - Technology for Teaching and Learning
University of Glamorgan
Pontypridd 02.2000 - 11.2000
Graduate Diploma - Business Studies
Waikato Institute of Technology
Hamilton, New Zealand 05.2005 - 03.2006
PGCE (FE/HE) - Education
University of Wales
Cardiff 10.1995 - 06.1996
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) - Mechanical Engineering
Polytechnic of Wales (University of South Wales)
Pontypridd, RCT 10.1987 - 08.1991
Skills
- Curriculum and skills development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Application of trauma-informed practice
- Feedback implementation
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Student progress reporting
Hobbies and interests
- Club Captain and Player Liaison Officer for Twyford & Ruscombe Cricket Club
- ECB Association of Cricket Officials membership and umpire within Thames Valley Cricket League
- Long distance walking
Timeline
Curriculum Manager/Assistant Principal
United Colleges Group
09.2018 - Current
Lecturer/Tutor
City of Westminster College
09.2006 - Current
Graduate Diploma - Business Studies
Waikato Institute of Technology
05.2005 - 03.2006
Educational Writing Coordinator
Instant Education Solutions Ltd
03.2004 - 07.2006
Main Grade Lecturer
City of Westminster College
09.2000 - 07.2003
Postgraduate Certificate - Technology for Teaching and Learning
University of Glamorgan
02.2000 - 11.2000
Lecturer
Merthyr Tydfil College
10.1996 - 08.2000
PGCE (FE/HE) - Education
University of Wales
10.1995 - 06.1996
Software Developer
Onemode Ltd
10.1991 - 08.1995
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) - Mechanical Engineering
Polytechnic of Wales (University of South Wales)
10.1987 - 08.1991