Paul Noonan
PYP Coordinator & IB Workshop Leader
Rayong,21
Summary
Experienced and committed educator and leader with 20 years experience in primary education across 3 curricula. Adaptable professional driven by the belief that every child and teacher is a unique individual and will thrive with support in the right learning environment. Leadership experience as PYP & Key Stage Coordinator, Head of Department (PE & Mathematics), leading teams through Ofsted, CIS & IB Inspection. Passionate about all facets of school life, regularly coaching football, swimming, mathematics and organizing school trips and outdoor learning experiences.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
PYP Coordinator & IB Workshop Leader
Saint Andrew's School Green Valley
08.2023 - Current
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering collaborative work environment.
- Managed the primary school team for successful implementation of the IB philosophy, highlighted by a successful IB evaluation visit.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
- Implemented eco-literacy into the plan of inquiry, making links with local businesses, schools and charities in the process.
PYP Grade 5 Teacher & Math Team Lead
Dwight School Seoul
08.2019 - 07.2023
- Head of Department (Math) - (Curriculum Review, IB Integration & Design)
- Crisis Manager - (Worked with Korean Government through COVID-19)
- MAP Coordinator & Implementation (Whole School)
- PYP Curriculum Development (POI Committee)
- Varsity & Middle School Coach
- Development of Dwight Online Learning Platform including 2 PYP Online Exhibitions
PYP Grade 5 Teacher & Assessment Coordinator
The International School of Riga
08.2014 - 07.2019
- PYP Exhibition Leader & Head of Year
- Led open lesson for The Princess of Denmark
- Worked closely with the Irish & Danish Embassies to develop PYP action links (ISR pupils worked with two Heads of State)
- Assessment Coordinator - implemented MAP across whole school
- CIS Committee Chair
KS 2/3 Coordinator & Year 3 Teacher
Britannica International School
08.2011 - 07.2014
- Leading Primary School Team
- Developed curriculum & assessment practices
- Creating & developing links across the key stages
- Pupil assessment & tracking (primary to secondary)
- Director of 2 whole school productions
Head of Primary PE & Secondary PE Specialist
Cairo English School
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Leading Primary PE Department Organized
- BSME Games Organiser (12 International Schools)
- Coordination of ASA Programme/Sports Days
Year 5 Classroom Teacher
The Priory School
08.2007 - 07.2010
- Grade 5 Form Tutor & 11+ Exam Coordinator
- Scholarship Programme with Birmingham City FC
- Implementation of Forest School
- Organized International Football Trips to Villareal FC
Education
Certificate - IB Workshop Leader
The International Baccalaureate
Switzerland 04.2001 -
International School Leadership
The Principal's Training Center (PTC)
International07.2022
PGCE - Primary Education
University of Leicester
Birmingham 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Biomechanics & Physiology
University of Limerick
Republic Of Ireland 04.2001 -
Skills
Workshop Leader
Evidencing Learning
Assessment
PYP Exhibition Lead
Varsity Football Coach
Swimming Instructor
Proficient Gaeilge Speaker
Lifeguard Certified
First Aid Certified
TEFL Certified
Outdoor Education
Timeline
PYP Coordinator & IB Workshop Leader
Saint Andrew's School Green Valley
08.2023 - Current
PYP Grade 5 Teacher & Math Team Lead
Dwight School Seoul
08.2019 - 07.2023
PYP Grade 5 Teacher & Assessment Coordinator
The International School of Riga
08.2014 - 07.2019
KS 2/3 Coordinator & Year 3 Teacher
Britannica International School
08.2011 - 07.2014
Head of Primary PE & Secondary PE Specialist
Cairo English School
08.2010 - 07.2011
Year 5 Classroom Teacher
The Priory School
08.2007 - 07.2010
Certificate - IB Workshop Leader
The International Baccalaureate
04.2001 -
PGCE - Primary Education
University of Leicester
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Biomechanics & Physiology
University of Limerick
04.2001 -
International School Leadership
The Principal's Training Center (PTC)
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