Paul Steffan
MYP Coordinator
Beijing
Summary
I am an educator who creates inspirational teaching and learning environments for teachers that meet all students' intellectual, social-emotional, and physical needs. Strive to foster a belief in meeting or exceeding world-class standards and instilling a commitment in students to improve society. History of improving course strength and modernizing instruction with a fresh, forward-thinking approach to education, bringing understanding of traditional and contemporary approaches, instructional strategies and materials offerings.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
MYP Coordinator
Canadian International School of Beijing
08.2021 - Current
- Member of Whole School Pedagogical Leadership Team
- Member of Middle and High School Administrative Team
- Lead MYP member of IB Evaluation Visit 2022-23
- Grade 10 Personal Project Coordinator
- Approaches to Learning Coordinator
- Developed and implemented interdisciplinary week
- Led development and documentation of the school's MYP Programme
- Ensured that standards and benchmarks are formulated for assessment and all areas of learning
- Led professional development workshops and presentations,
- Conducted parent information sessions
- Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with educators and administrators to review and modify existing programs.
- Coordinated professional development opportunities for teachers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Led cross-functional teams in the design and implementation of innovative instructional practices, enhancing overall teaching quality.
- Managed resources effectively by overseeing budgeting processes and allocating materials according to needs.
- Established strong relationships with stakeholders, including parents, community members, and external organizations to support student success.
- Facilitated sharing of best practices among educators through regular team meetings and collaborative planning sessions.
- Conducted classroom observations to assess teaching effectiveness, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Supported the transition from traditional assessment methods towards more authentic performance-based evaluations.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of curriculum implementation by analyzing student performance data and identifying areas for improvement.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, utilizing results to inform targeted support strategies.
Assistant MYP Coordinator
International School of Zug and Luzern (ISZL)
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Member of Instructional Leadership Team
- To advise and assist staff with writing and using MYP
- To maintain record of completed planners and ensure teacher records are up to date
- To lead development and documentation of school's MYP Programme
Language and Literature English Subject Coordinator
International School Of Zug And Luzern
01.2009 - 06.2020
- Developed, implemented, collaborated and assessed programme according to mandate of IB and tailored it to needs of student profiles
- Horizontally and vertically aligned Language and Literature specifically on content, skill development, key concepts, and global contexts
Teacher
International School of Zug and Luzern (ISZL)
01.2008 - 01.2020
- Grade 6 and 7 Language and Literature Teacher, Planning collaboratively for student learning based on agreed student learning outcomes and in context of coherent school-wide, division appropriate and subject specific programme, Motivating students and addressing their needs with different levels and types of ability
Grade 7 Team Leader
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Organised and led 12 teachers in providing a stimulating and safe holistic environment for upwards of 120 students, Developed a tracking system for all students and specifically targeting students of concerns, Organised and led Personal Development Week for upwards of 120 students to Paris, France
Teacher
Toronto District School Board (TDSB)
01.1999 - 01.2008
- Primary, Junior and Intermediate Teacher at Downtown Alternative School (Grades 3 to 6) and Market Lane Public School (Grade 2 to 3 and Grades 7 to 8)
Education
Principal’s Training Course on “Supervising and Evaluating Teachers” -
Principals' Training Center
Miami, Florida07.2016
Principal’s Training Course on “Leadership and Team Dynamics” -
Principals' Training Center
Miami, Florida07.2015
Curriculum Leadership -
Principals' Training Center
Miami, Florida07.2014
Creating An Effective School -
Principals' Training Center
Miami, Florida07.2013
Bachelor of Education (Primary/Junior Qualifications) -
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto
Bachelor of Arts (Political Science) -
Concordia University
Social Science Degree -
Dawson College
TESOL Certificate -
Canadian Institute of English
Collège d'enseignement général et professionnel (CEGEP) -
Montreal, Quebec
Honour Specialist Contemporary Studies -
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto
01.2003
Skills
- Progress Tracking
- Student plans
- Student assessments
- Document Management
- Student Engagement
- Teacher Training
- Project-based learning
- Curriculum Mapping
- Standards Alignment
- Service Learning
- Team building
- Professional Demeanor
- Interpersonal Communication
Extra Curriculars
- Middle School Girls Assistant Basketball Coach CISB 2023
- Facilitated Drama Club and Middle School Drama Production CISB 2022-23
Professional Development
- MYP “Leading the Learning Category 3” International Baccalaureate Organization, Online, 2021
- MYP “The Role of the Coordinator Category 3” International Baccalaureate Organization, Online, 2022
- Teacher’s Training Course on “Coaching Skills,” Miami, Florida 2017
- ELMLE: Presented “The Power of Professional Learning Communities 2019
- IB Regional Conference Amsterdam: Complexity in Education 2015
- MYP Athens: IB Coordinators 2014
- ECIS Amsterdam: Coaching and Mentoring 2013
- ECIS Nice: The Flipped Classroom 2012
- Middle Level Leaders with Bambi Betts 2011
Affiliations
- Ontario College of Teachers
Timeline
MYP Coordinator
Canadian International School of Beijing
08.2021 - Current
Assistant MYP Coordinator
International School of Zug and Luzern (ISZL)
01.2014 - 01.2020
Grade 7 Team Leader
01.2012 - 01.2015
Language and Literature English Subject Coordinator
International School Of Zug And Luzern
01.2009 - 06.2020
Teacher
International School of Zug and Luzern (ISZL)
01.2008 - 01.2020
Teacher
Toronto District School Board (TDSB)
01.1999 - 01.2008
Principal’s Training Course on “Supervising and Evaluating Teachers” -
Principals' Training Center
Principal’s Training Course on “Leadership and Team Dynamics” -
Principals' Training Center
Curriculum Leadership -
Principals' Training Center
Creating An Effective School -
Principals' Training Center
Bachelor of Education (Primary/Junior Qualifications) -
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto
Bachelor of Arts (Political Science) -
Concordia University
Social Science Degree -
Dawson College
TESOL Certificate -
Canadian Institute of English
Collège d'enseignement général et professionnel (CEGEP) -
Montreal, Quebec
Honour Specialist Contemporary Studies -
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto
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