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Meriska Bock
IBDP Biology And Science Teacher
Chiang Mai
Summary
Professional science educator with a comprehensive background in international school environments. I possess a strong ability to drive student success through the design and delivery of engaging, inquiry-based curricula. I am skilled in fostering a supportive and innovative learning environment I am adept at utilizing a variety of pedagogical approaches to ensure all students are challenged and supported.
My professional goal is to continue contributing to student growth within the science field while working toward a leadership position within a science department, with a long-term focus on biology.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
IBDP Biology and Science Teacher
Panyaden International School
08.2019 - Current
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, behavior, and well-being.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex scientific concepts.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Started the science exhibition.
- Led the IB Science Collaborative Project.
- Advocated for the purchase of equipment for the science labs.
- Successfully advised students on their Biology EE, with outstanding results.
- Participated in the development of the curriculum for the middle school science class.
- Participated in the development of the curriculum for the Pre-IB science class.
- Supervised Week Without Walls grade-level trips.
- Successfully designed and executed the IB Biology SL and HL course with outstanding results.
- Designed and implemented the non-IB Panyaden Biology course.
- Acting on the Enrichment Committee supporting the planning and execution of Career Day, Book Day, and Women's Day.
- Pastoral care as a Year 12 and 13 advisor, supporting students in their IB, non-IB, and post-secondary school pathways.
Higs School Science and Mathematics Teacher
Scottsdene Highschool
01.2015 - 07.2019
- I taught Biology(Life Sciences) for grades 10 and 11, and Science and Mathematics for grades 8 and 9.
- Successfully planned and taught lessons in an under-resourced rough environment.
- Provided tutoring for grade 12 Biology students through the Western Cape Education Department (WCED).
- Created, moderated, and marked assessments.
KS3 and KS4 Mathematics Teacher
Gems Metropole School - Motor City
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Taught GCSE, KS3, and KS4 Mathematics, including both Foundation and Higher-level curricula.
- Facilitated student-led lessons by effectively integrating digital media and technology.
- Planned data-driven lessons and used various Assessment for Learning (AFL) techniques to track student progress.
- Developed and created resources to provide differentiated and inclusive lessons, supporting students with diverse learning needs and language barriers.
- Created, moderated, and marked assessments based on Bloom's Taxonomy.
- Provided after-school mathematics interventions for GCSE students.
- Led external school trips, and served as a form teacher with a pastoral role.
- Conducted Taqqadam workshops as an extracurricular activity for students.
Education
PGCE - Mathematics, Science And Biology Education
Stellenbosch Univercity
Stellenbosch 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Physiology And Psychology
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch 04.2001 -
Skills
Curriculum development
Effective classroom management
Laboratory resource coordination
Event coordination
Parent communication
Designing and marking assessments
Planning and implementing lessons for students with diverse abilities in languages and skills
Accomplishments
- Supervised students with the Biology EE with outstanding results
- Graduated IB Biology students with the highest scores
- Successfully started, planned and executed the science exhibition
Certification
IB Biology CAT 1 Workshop
Interests
Marine Biology
Healthy lifestyle and excersize
Traveling
References
References available on request
Timeline
EARCOS Workshop: Attended a two-day workshop on Assessment
03-2025
ASE Southeast Asia Conference: Attended conference
02-2024
IB Biology CAT 3 Workshop
08-2023
TEMC
06-2023
Padi Rescue Diver
04-2022
IB Biology CAT 1 Workshop
08-2021
IBDP Biology and Science Teacher
Panyaden International School
08.2019 - Current
KS3 and KS4 Mathematics Teacher
Gems Metropole School - Motor City
08.2016 - 06.2019
Higs School Science and Mathematics Teacher
Scottsdene Highschool
01.2015 - 07.2019
PGCE - Mathematics, Science And Biology Education
Stellenbosch Univercity
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Physiology And Psychology
Stellenbosch University
04.2001 -
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