Andy Marvin Tawikarja
Nanjing
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Wycombe Abbey School Nanjing, leading a team to enhance IGCSE and A-Level outcomes. Expert in data-driven instruction and curriculum design, fostering academic excellence through innovative teaching techniques and effective teacher coaching. Committed to supporting diverse learners and driving departmental improvements.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Mathematics & Statistics
Wycombe Abbey School Nanjing
Nanjing
01.2023 - Current
- Lead a team of six Mathematics teachers across Grades 7–12.
- Teach IGCSE and IAL Mathematics aligned with Pearson standards.
- Conduct lesson observations, coaching, and mentoring.
- Oversee assessments, mocks, exam predictions, and QLA-driven interventions.
- Introduce and lead Maths Clinics and enrichment ECAs.
- Drive departmental improvement and academic excellence initiatives.
Mathematics Teacher
New Oriental Academy Qingdao
Qingdao
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Taught Cambridge IGCSE, A-Level Maths, and AP Calculus.
- Designed strong bridging programmes for Grade 9–10.
- Supported EAL learners with scaffolding and exam strategies.
Other Teaching Roles
01.2013 - 01.2021
- Jinggangshan Experimental School of Peking University — IGCSE Maths & English Teacher.
- PGA Edukeys — Maths, Computing, Science, English, TOEFL, ACT (GAC Programme).
- Sapphawitthayakhom School Thailand — A-Level Maths & English Teacher; International Team Coordinator.
Engineering and Planning Roles
01.2000 - 01.2013
- Engineering and planning roles at ENECO and Ballast Nedam, contributing to infrastructure and construction projects.
- Analytical and project management skills now integrated into STEM teaching practice.
Education
PGCE -
University of Sunderland
Sunderland05-2024
Bachelor of Engineering -
Hanze University of Applied Sciences
The NetherlandsSkills
- IGCSE and A-Level expertise
- Differentiation and EAL support
- Data-driven instruction
- Behavior management
- Curriculum design and assessment
- Motivational teaching techniques
- Teacher coaching and observation
- Educational technology proficiency
Languages
- Dutch, Native
- English, Fluent
- Chinese, Basic / improving
- Surinamese, Conversational
- Javanese, Conversational
- Thai, Conversational
Curriculum Examination Expertise
- Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Mathematics (4MA1)
- Pearson Edexcel IAL: P1, P2, P3, P4, S1, S2, M1, M2, D1, FP1, FP2, FP3
- Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics
- AP Calculus AB/BC
- Strong experience teaching bilingual/EAL learners
Core Teaching Skills
- IGCSE & A-Level (Pearson Edexcel) Specialist
- Differentiation & EAL Support
- Data-driven teaching using QLA
- Strong behaviour management
- Curriculum design & assessment planning
- Motivational teaching style
- Teacher coaching & observation
- Use of EdTech (DrFrost, MyiMaths, GeoGebra)
Certification
TEFL 160 hours
Timeline
Head of Mathematics & Statistics
Wycombe Abbey School Nanjing
01.2023 - Current
Mathematics Teacher
New Oriental Academy Qingdao
01.2021 - 01.2023
Other Teaching Roles
01.2013 - 01.2021
Engineering and Planning Roles
01.2000 - 01.2013
PGCE -
University of Sunderland
Bachelor of Engineering -
Hanze University of Applied Sciences