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Geoff Smith

Auckland,Opaheke

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at King's College, excelling in strategic leadership and innovative program development. Adept at enhancing student performance through effective communication and collaboration. Successfully improved team efficiency by adapting to new software tools, driving impactful initiatives that foster academic excellence.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Head; Academics

King's College
01.2018 - Current
  • Assisted in daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to King's systems and traditions.
  • Supported team initiatives by participating in strategic planning meetings and providing input.
  • Led the Head of Departments through curriculum and assessment development.
  • Collaborated with other Deputy Heads to address challenges during Covid and provide good learning outcomes
  • Adapted quickly to new software tools such as PBI, Spreadsheets and iPads.

Director of Activities

King's College
01.2010 - 12.2017
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive activity programs such as the three week Year 10 Adventure Challenge, Round Square and the Eight Dimensions of All Roundedness.
  • Led a team of staff and volunteers, to ensure effective execution of co-curricular activities.
  • Developed Spreadsheets to automate the data calculations for School Swimming, Athletics and Cross-country results.

Head of Mathematics Department

King's College
01.2000 - 12.2009
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Introduced CIE and NCEA courses in Mathematics
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Teacher of Mathematics

Jeradong International School
01.1998 - 12.1999
  • Developed and implemented engaging CIE mathematics curriculum aligned with international standards.
  • Facilitated differentiated instruction to meet diverse student learning needs and enhance understanding.

Teacher of Mathematics

King's College
01.1995 - 12.1997

Teacher of Mathematics

Macleans College
05.1989 - 12.1994

Education

Diploma of Teaching - Mathematics And Science

College of Education
Auckland
12-1988

Bachelor of Engineering -

Auckland University
11-1987

Auckland Grammar School
Auckland
01-1983

Skills

  • Experienced in strategic leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Positive behaviour reinforcement
  • Well regarded teacher of Mathematics
  • Educational program development
  • Collaborative team player

Interests

Football

Singing

Guitar

Cryptic Crosswords

Church

Timeline

Deputy Head; Academics

King's College
01.2018 - Current

Director of Activities

King's College
01.2010 - 12.2017

Head of Mathematics Department

King's College
01.2000 - 12.2009

Teacher of Mathematics

Jeradong International School
01.1998 - 12.1999

Teacher of Mathematics

King's College
01.1995 - 12.1997

Teacher of Mathematics

Macleans College
05.1989 - 12.1994

Diploma of Teaching - Mathematics And Science

College of Education

Bachelor of Engineering -

Auckland University

Auckland Grammar School
Geoff Smith