Tristan Cotterill (MA, PGCE, QTS)

Homeroom Lead Teacher@Canadian International School Kunshan (CISK) | IBDP CAS Coordinator@Canadian International School Kunshan (CISK) | IBDP & MYP English B Teacher@Canadian International School Kunshan (CISK)
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CAS Coordinator and IBDP English Teacher at Canadian International School Kunshan. A highly creative and student-focused English Teacher proficient in driving school initiatives, curriculum development and collaborative learning. At the core of my teaching philosophy lies a commitment to prioritizing students' needs through a student-centric approach, cultivating a supportive student-teacher rapport, and emphasizing a systematic method for skill development, ultimately aiming to facilitate enduring and well-rounded educational journeys. I have written for education magazines on topics including language development and dyslexia. My challenge is to continue evolving, adapting, and embracing innovative approaches to meet the diverse needs of students, ensuring that the pursuit of knowledge remains a dynamic and transformative experience for all.

Work experience

  • Homeroom Lead Teacher

    Canadian International School Kunshan (CISK)
    2025.08-Current(a year)
  • IBDP CAS Coordinator

    Canadian International School Kunshan (CISK)
    2025.02-Current(2 years)
  • IBDP & MYP English B Teacher

    Canadian International School Kunshan (CISK)
    2023.09-Current(3 years)
  • AP English Language and Composition Teacher

    Canadian International School Kunshan (CISK)
    2021.09-2023.09(2 years)
  • ESL Foreign Teacher Manager

    Peking University Experimental School
    2020.08-2021.09(a year)
  • Senior EFL Teacher

    Aston Educational Group
    2017.05-2020.08(3 years)
  • Freelance Writer

    Self-Employed
    2017.05-2020.08(3 years)
  • Supermarket Assistant

    Waitrose
    2017.01-2017.04(4 months)
  • Postal Worker

    Royal Mail
    2016.12-2016.12
  • Research Intern

    Richardson Institute
    2014.10-2015.05(8 months)
  • Bar Staff

    Stonegate Pub Company Limited
    2010.12-2014.08(4 years)

Educational experience

  • University of Derby

    MA Education (Leadership and Management), EDUCATION
    2024.01-2026.01(2 years)
  • University of Sunderland

    Qualified Teacher Status (AO), EDUCATION
    2023.01-2024.01(a year)
  • University of Nottingham

    Postgraduate Certificate Education (International) (PGCEi), EDUCATION
    2020.01-2021.01(a year)
  • Lancaster University

    MA Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies, Politics
    2015.01-2016.01(a year)
  • Lancaster University

    BA Peace Studies and International Relations, Politics, 2:1
    2012.01-2015.01(3 years)
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