Richard Greener

An experienced educator with 35 years in education, Rick's focus lies in directing and delivering high-calibre education augmented through the skillful utilisation of technology, including AI. This integration aims to enhance engagement and personalise learning for individual students, ensuring their optimal performance. Recent involvements encompass managing cross-functional teams in the creation of innovative online and hybrid teaching environments, quality assurance and data-driven strategies, enriched by extensive experience in educational and people management. His passion for education has also been expressed through his leadership and direction of professional development in the organisations he has worked for.

Innovative and forward-moving work settings serve as a wellspring of inspiration for maximum output. Collaboration and team coordination invigorate him, as he thrives in these settings. His dedication as an educator propels him to leave a lasting impact on individuals' lives through his work. His proficiency lies in strategic planning, conceptualisation, and careful goal-setting to ensure efficient implementation. Operating across diverse backgrounds poses no discomfort, and he relishes the opportunity to operate within a global mindset that integrates the finest and forefront educational methodologies..

Rick's senior management career trajectory spans the majority of his educational journey. His deep-seated expertise spans diverse educational domains and encompasses various curricula. The growth mindset is central to his educational philosophy, and he has actively explored, applied and disseminated best-practice teaching methodologies. His professional experience covers both traditional and purpose-built online establishments, often in collaboration with corporate education providers. His impact extends beyond geographical boundaries, with work undertaken in both South Africa and the UK. Visits to and accreditation of educational institutions across numerous countries underscore his international perspective.

Engaged as a team member with the Council of International Schools (CIS), contributing to school accreditation based on international standards for CIS and WASC membership.

Co-founded EdTechConf, orchestrating the planning and hosting of South Africa's inaugural EdTech Conference.

Proficiently adept in the utilization of prevalent educational software, encompassing Google Suite, Microsoft, Apple, Moodle, Asana, Looker, Salesforce, Canvas, Miro, and Slack, among others.

Seconded to Cardiff, Wales, in 2010 for a specialized assignment at Kings Monkton School.