Judith Worrall
Half Moon Bay,United States
Summary
Studious and compassionate professional with extensive knowledge of teaching Humanities using modern methodologies and technologies. Cultivates positive relationships with students to enhance participation and increase overall success. Outgoing and friendly with fantastic attention to detail.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English and Electives Teacher
Nueva School
Hillsborough , United States
2018.01 - Current
- Innovative Curriculum Design: Developed an advanced 8th Grade Writing program, blending social and environmental themes with progressive writing techniques, tailored to engage gifted students
- Personalized Instruction for Diverse Learners: Employed differentiated teaching strategies, achieving a 100% success rate in student assignments, demonstrating the effectiveness of tailored educational methods for gifted students
- Integration of Environmental Consciousness: Integrated writing skills with environmental education, leading initiatives like a composting program that reduced waste and incorporating persuasive writing campaigns into practical ecological projects
- Recognized Teaching Excellence: Featured in Nueva Magazine for innovative writing education, and presented the program's impact to high-achieving parents in Silicon Valley, garnering acclaim for the school's progressive approach to writing education.
English Teacher
Pine Crest School
Fort Lauderdale , United States
2015.01 - Current
- Innovative Curriculum Leader: Created and taught courses including AP literature and the "Great Books and Great Thinkers" course, blending advanced literary studies with critical thinking, tailored for gifted and diverse learners
- Environmental Advocacy in Education: Championed environmental literacy through curated reading groups and educational trips, enhancing students' ecological awareness
- Global Perspective and Community Engagement: Integrated my international experience into teaching while actively participating in environmental volunteer initiatives, promoting global awareness and sustainability
- Cultural Event Coordination: Organized impactful school-wide events like Poetry Out Loud and Poetry Slam, fostering a vibrant, inclusive literary culture.
Coordinator of Childhood Education
Evanston Friends
Evanston , United States
2014.01 - Current
- Comprehensive Curriculum Development: Crafted and implemented a multifaceted curriculum integrating social, environmental, spiritual, and historical aspects tailored to the Quaker educational philosophy
- Inclusive Teaching Strategies: Devised specific teaching modules for both specialist and non-specialist educators, ensuring the curriculum's adaptability and effectiveness across diverse teaching styles and student learning needs.
IB Diploma Coordinator/Head of Academics
The Westwood School
Dallas , United States
2010.01 - Current
- IB Diploma Program Leadership: Spearheaded the International Baccalaureate curriculum at the Westwood School to its first graduating year, drawing on previous leadership roles in England
- Ensured a 100% success rate through innovative cross-curricular integration and tailored strategies for diverse learning needs
- Global Educational Standards Expertise: Gained international insights as an IB Film Studies examiner, leading workshops that enhanced curriculum development for teachers and students, with a global perspective
- Environmental Initiatives and Community Service: Led environmental projects in the Creativity Action and Service program, including Tornado Relief, and actively volunteering myself with Operation (indness and Earth Day Texas for four years.
Education
MA in Cultural Studies and Critical Theory - Cultural Studies And Critical Theory
University of Exeter
Devon UK1996-06
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Exeter
1990-06
Bachelor of Arts - English Studies
Nottingham University
Nottinghamshire, UK1986-06
Skills
- Educational Expertise: Proficient in teaching English, Media, Humanities and Film across various levels including AP, DP IB, and degree level. Proven track record of improving student success. Hired in especially to take schools through inspections. Working with San Mateo's Board of Education in a Fellowship to improve approaches to sustainability in curriculum.
- Technology Proficiency: Highly skilled in AI and modern office technologies including recent training in AI with Career Learning.
- Student Engagement: Expert in utilizing a wide range of strategies including ICT, media, and drama in English to promote engagement and top educational results including for gifted students.
- Leadership in Education: Skilled in coordinating International Baccalaureate programs and leading English departments, including curriculum planning and staff recruitment.
- Extracurricular Leadership: Orchestrated student trips and activities with an environmental focus. Successfully led initiatives in various student competitions.
- Club and Event Management: Established student clubs and events, fostering creativity and creating opportunities to hone public speaking skills. Active support in TEDx events.
- Pastoral Support: Provided effective pastoral care and individual tutoring to assist students in overcoming academic and personal challenges. Trained with the Nueva Institute in SEL theory and strategies.
- Environmental Education Expertise: Trained in environmental education with San Mateo Board of Education; with Acterra: Action for a Healthy Planet and with Projects Abroad volunteering in the Amazonian rainforest to work on sustainable development for tribes in the Puerto Maldonado region. Now seen as a core educational skill for all students.
Details
Half Moon Bay, United States, 2245489541
Personal Information
Title: Learning Specialist
Languages
- French
- English
- Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
French
Elementary
Certification
- Fellowship with San Mateo Board of Education
- ChatGPT's Certification for Educators with Career Learning
- Trained as an IB DP Humanities teacher and examiner
Affiliations
I volunteer regularly with a local non-profit, helping as part of a daily team with practical support. After the loss of the charity's co-founder I am also now taking on the role of grant writer.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
English and Electives Teacher
Nueva School
2018.01 - Current
English Teacher
Pine Crest School
2015.01 - Current
Coordinator of Childhood Education
Evanston Friends
2014.01 - Current
IB Diploma Coordinator/Head of Academics
The Westwood School
2010.01 - Current
MA in Cultural Studies and Critical Theory - Cultural Studies And Critical Theory
University of Exeter
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Exeter
Bachelor of Arts - English Studies
Nottingham University
- Fellowship with San Mateo Board of Education
- ChatGPT's Certification for Educators with Career Learning
- Trained as an IB DP Humanities teacher and examiner
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