Elke

Washington, District of Columbia, United StatesNationality United States
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Work experience

  • Upper School Assistant Principal Grades 11/12 and IBDP Program Coordinator

    Washington International School
    2020.08-Current(5 years)
    US Assistant Principal Grades 11/12 and IBDP Economics Teacher September 2022IBDP Economics HL/SL Teacher, IBDP CAS Coordinator, and Geography TeacherUpper School Service and IBDP CAS Coordinator- Create and monitor service materials and opportunities for grades 9 and 10 and develop materials and training to assist grade-level advisors in mentoring students in the IBDP CAS program. Grade Level Coordinator and Advisor - Coordinate programming with the Assistant Principal overall programming needs for the 11th grade and serve as a Grade 11 Advisor as well. Assistant Coach - Cross Country and Track and Field.
  • AP Coordinator, IBDP Economics, Business Management and Social Studies Teacher

    GEMS Dubai American Academy
    2018.08-2020.06(2 years)
    Coordinate and develop the College Board Advanced Placement Program in the Secondary Division. Teacher of IB Economics SL/HL, IB Business Management SL/HL, Introduction to Economics, Introduction to Entrepreneurship, History 9, and HIstory 10.Implement engaging lessons grounded in future fluencies while adhering to the highly rigorous IB Curriculum. Coordinate pacing and assessment of common classes with colleagues.Provide support and timely feedback to students to foster student agency. Advisor for the new student-led club TILE Talks​ https://www.tile.org/about
  • Head of Department, IBDP Economics and Social Studies Teacher

    GEMS American Academy - Abu Dhabi
    2016.08-2018.06(2 years)
    Head of Department: Aligned Social Studies curriculum to American AERO and IB standards. Monitored development of courses and units in ATLAS, provided departmental MAPS training, transitioned team to standards-based grading, interviewed and mentored new teachers, sourced resources and developed a department budget, and supported individual needs regarding pedagogy. Advised the department on UAE/ADEK educational laws and requirements.Member of the Senior Leadership Committee: Participated in weekly meetings and training to provide leadership to the Social Studies Department in carrying out school initiatives.Assessment and Standards-Based Learning Committee: Developed presentations, conducted divisional professional development, and collaboratively created necessary materials to implement a school-wide shift to standards-based grading.Curriculum Review Committee: Aligned the Social Studies curriculum from PK- 12 using the PYP/IB and American AERO Standards.New Teacher Orientation Committee: Assisted coordinator in warmly welcoming 45 teachers. Facilitated after-school activity focusing on College Readiness.Teacher of IB Economics SL/HL, IBDP Theory of Knowledge, Introduction to Economics, and World Studies.
  • IBDP, AP, Social Studies Teacher and Head of Department

    City Honors School at Fosdick Masten Park #195
    2006.09-2016.06(10 years)
    Teacher of IB EconomicsSL (9 years),​​ AP Human Geography (6years), 7t​h​ grade U.S. History (3years). Additional AP course offerings: Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, World History, Comparative Government, and Politics.Developed a College Readiness Portfolio for students after AP and IB exams.Cooperating Teacher for Canisius College student teachers.Varsity Cheer Coach-Basketball, Ski Club, Model United Nations Club, Investment ClubNew Hire Interview Committee Member
  • IBDP Economics Teacher for Standard & Higher Level Courses

    Oxford Summer Courses, Harvard University & MIT
    2011.07-2011.07
    Developed and taught classes in introductory and advanced economics to IB Diploma students attending a three week summer program held at Harvard and MIT campuses.
  • Probationary Social Studies Teacher

    Pfc. William J. Grabiarz School of Excellence #79
    2005.09-2006.06(10 months)
    Implemented 8t​h grade social studies curriculum within an academically diverse whole class setting. Served as a member of a professional learning community whose mission was to provide quality instruction using research-based instructional practices.
  • Director of Visitor Programs and Project Consultant

    Buffalo-Niagara Region Council for International Visitors
    1998.02-2000.05(2 years)
    Responsible for coordinating overall programming of US State Department-sponsored visitors, international student homestays, and fee-for-service requests for businesses and institutions.
  • Community Coordinator

    Au Pair Homestay; World Learning Inc. – Washington, DC
    1995.10-1998.09(3 years)
    Worked as a local program representative for families and au pairs of US Government-sponsored educational and cultural exchange programs.
  • Customer Service Representative

    CIGNA Financial Advisors Inc. – Williamsville, NY
    1993.09-1994.04(8 months)
    I served on a team maintaining financial operations for Marinedge Financial Services.
  • Sales Assistant

    Kidder, Peabody & Co.
    1992.04-1993.04(a year)
    Worked as a Series 7 and 63 Licensed Sales Assistant with the Assistant Vice President and Account Executive in servicing a large client base.
  • Flight Attendant

    Pan American World Airways
    1988.03-1991.11(4 years)
    Ensured crew and customers complied with federal and company regulations and served as an in-flight German Speaker.

Educational experience

  • Canisius College

    EDUCATION coursework completed towards educational leadership certificate
  • Canisius College

    master of science in education
  • University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

    bachelor of arts in international relations - economic emphasis
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