ANITIA JONES

• As a Curriculum Leader of Middle School Science, I have re-developed the Year 7 - 10 MYP science curriculum at Kristin School, Auckland to allow for greater engagement and excitement in science
• I believe my experience in a variety of subjects allows me to see natural links between curriculum subjects and suggest possible IDU opportunities. I have developed inquisitive students, teaching varied processes and methods of discovery to inspire further scientific inquiry.
• My skills and experience are strongly tied to the MYP Learner profile as evidenced below. These skills are transferrable to any curriculum.
• Principled - I work diligently to provide comprehensive schemes of work on One Note and Canvas for teachers and students to access
• Knowledgeable - I take advantage of professional development opportunities in MYP, Science, Phys Ed and other areas to remain current in my knowledge.
• Communicator - I am a confident communicator in all situations. My past roles as Head of Faculty and Athletic Director have allowed me to become a confident public speaker. My current role as curriculum leader allows me to communicate clearly with my colleagues to encourage enthusiasm at the junior science levels
• Open-Minded/Innovative - I have loved being part of the Middle School at Kristin where I have used my role as curriculum leader to create a relevant journey through the junior science years. I have created and implemented a new Middle School Science structure for Years 7 - 10. I have incorporated engaging and fun activities into lessons to reinforce hands-on learning and lively student participation. I have initiated the annual hosting of the Science Roadshow at Kristin for Year 7/8 students
• Reflective - I engage in constant reflection of the units I plan and teach and tweak when necessary so students to do their best and succeed in science. I try to stay relevant to current issues when students are conducting research.eg, Year 7 - Mars Rover Lander for Physics, Year 8 - delving into the science of vaping and NRT to quit smoking, Year 9 an IDU with Humanities to study of the chemistry of water.
• Balanced - I understand the need to develop the students' skills outside the classroom and have been a diligent participant in offering co-curricular activities such as: Co-ordination of the Muriwai Learn to Surf programme, participation in the Annual Kristin Camp programme at all year levels, coaching Aerobics to Junior school students, co-ordinating the successful Science Award Trust Badge programme to all Year 7 - 10 students and organizing a senior mentor team to check off progress, participation in the execution of the award willing productions that Kristin is known for.

My role at ISCHMC involved the leadership of the Physical Education Department and my initial foray into the IB curriculum. Highlights from my three years in Vietnam include:

• Athletic Director – organization of local and international sports fixtures as part of the Mekong River Sports Association (MRISA)
• Teaching a full age range of students (Year 2 – 13)
• Implementation of a more Manageable PE Timetable for staff
• Participation in PYP Level 1 training in Shanghai and MYP Level 1 in Bangkok

BISI was my first international school after being recruited by phone from Melbourne. It was in response to figuring out how I could combine my love of travel with my teaching career. It certainly provided the first stepping stone to a very interesting life. Highlights from my time at BISI include:

• Effective leadership of Phys Ed staff over the 5 campuses in Istanbul
• Organisation of the BISI annual swim, athletic and cross-country sport days
• Adaption of the PE programme to very limited facilities
• Organisation and leadership of the annual ski programme to Kartal Kaya, Turkey
• Implementation of the British National Curriculum and IGCSE courses

This was my first school appointment after I graduated. I started as a young teacher of Physical Education and left 8 years later (with a gap year) as the Head of Department. Such a great experience with many colleagues still in contact. Highlights include:

• My Year 12 Sport Aerobics girls winning the National Sport Aerobics competition in Adelaide in 2000.