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    Leandre Pedlow has over 10 years of experience as a Grade 1-KG2 teacher implementing the PYP at GEMS World Academy in the UAE. She holds a Bachelor of Education from the University of Stellenbosch and is currently pursuing a Masters of Teaching from the University of London. In addition to her classroom duties, she has taken on leadership roles such as TAPD Coordinator, Phase 0 Language and Math Coordinator, and workshop presenter. She has also led initiatives like the Eco-Schools program and Student Council.

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    Leandre Pedlow has over 10 years of experience as a Grade 1-KG2 teacher implementing the PYP at GEMS World Academy in the UAE. She holds a Bachelor of Education from the University of Stellenbosch and is currently pursuing a Masters of Teaching from the University of London. In addition to her classroom duties, she has taken on leadership roles such as TAPD Coordinator, Phase 0 Language and Math Coordinator, and workshop presenter. She has also led initiatives like the Eco-Schools program and Student Council.

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    Leandre Pedlow has over 10 years of experience as a Grade 1-KG2 teacher implementing the PYP at GEMS World Academy in the UAE. She holds a Bachelor of Education from the University of Stellenbosch and is currently pursuing a Masters of Teaching from the University of London. In addition to her classroom duties, she has taken on leadership roles such as TAPD Coordinator, Phase 0 Language and Math Coordinator, and workshop presenter. She has also led initiatives like the Eco-Schools program and Student Council.

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    Leandre Pedlow has over 10 years of experience as a Grade 1-KG2 teacher implementing the PYP at GEMS World Academy in the UAE. She holds a Bachelor of Education from the University of Stellenbosch and is currently pursuing a Masters of Teaching from the University of London. In addition to her classroom duties, she has taken on leadership roles such as TAPD Coordinator, Phase 0 Language and Math Coordinator, and workshop presenter. She has also led initiatives like the Eco-Schools program and Student Council.

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    Leandre Pedlow

    Contact details:

    Qualification:

    Email: [email protected] Bachelor of Education (B. Ed)


    Foundation Phase
    Phone: 0557283389
    University of Stellenbosch (2003 2006)
    Early Childhood Certificate in Montessori Theory
    and Methodology
    Montessori Centre International (2013 2014)
    Masters of Teaching
    Institute to Education, University of London
    (Currently enrolled expected graduation 2017)

    Professional Experience:
    Gems World Academy, UAE
    2008 - present
    Grade 1 KG2 Teacher, PYP
    Implemented Centre-based learning in the classroom
    Catered to individual learning needs for students of various learning backgrounds (including
    SEN and EAL students)
    Developed the Grade 1/KG 2 Units collaboratively with other teachers using the PYP
    Assessed using formative and summative assessment to differentiate instruction
    Regularly incorporated ICT into a variety of subject areas using a different medium
    Encouraged students to think critically using the key concepts in their inquiries
    Established good working relationships with team members as well as single subject teachers
    and Senior Leadership Team (SLT)
    Communicated effectively and worked in collaboration with parents to support students
    learning
    Worked with team members to create action plans and order resources in order to enhance
    student learning and develop the curriculum
    PYP Exhibition Mentor (2011 2014)
    Teaching Assistant Professional Development (TAPD) Coordinator
    2014 - present
    Coordinated the formation of a committee to develop TAPD
    Oversee the professional development of 70 staff members
    Liaised with Elementary Leadership Team (ELT) to align with GWAs staff professional
    development goals
    Surveyed Teaching staff and Teaching Assistants to identify areas of interest and growth
    Created a TAPD planning template to be used in planning PD
    Phase 0 Language and Math Coordinator (EC developmental continuum)
    2012 - present
    Approached SLT with a plan to develop a Phase 0 continuum
    Motivated members of staff to be part of this committee
    Attended PD to develop my action research skills to support the development of a Phase 0
    Planned and sent out a survey to all Elementary teachers regarding our current continuums
    Liaised with PYP coordinator and EC Assistant Principal to plan sessions for staff to revise and
    develop Phase 0 continuums
    Planned and coordinated committee meetings for staff from a variety of grade levels
    Developed working documents being trialled by the Pre-k to Grade 1 team

    Centre-based Learning Workshop Presenter


    2011 present
    Collaboratively planned an introductory workshop presented on centre-based learning
    Presented the workshop to 20 + teachers from across the GEMS network
    Received positive feedback from all participants with specific comments about the impact that
    this workshop has had on classroom practice
    Student Council Leader
    2010 2014
    Encouraged student initiative and acted as a liaison between students and SLT to further
    student led action in school
    Worked in collaboration with and supported various charities through fundraising
    Encouraged school spirit through free dress days and after school activities
    Facilitated visits from VIP guests where the student council was involved

    Eco-schools co-founder
    Attended the first ECO-schools training provided by WWF
    Introduced and established the eco-monitoring system for the PYP
    Liaised with SLT to implement a variety of Eco-ventures in school

    2010 - 2014

    Talent show Producer


    2010 - present
    Communicated with parents, students and staff regarding talent show particulars
    Responsible for the technical and operational side of the talent show which resulted in positive
    feedback received from various members of the school community
    Language Committee
    2008 2010
    Contributed to the development of the Language Continuum based on the PYP Language
    Scope and Sequence and other continuums
    Classroom Supply teacher, UK (National Curriculum)
    2007 - 2008
    Year 1 Year 4 supply teacher implementing the National Curriculum
    Flexibility in delivering lessons to various age groups
    Provided a positive and supportive environment for students in the classroom
    Assessed childrens work and provided daily feedback to classroom teacher
    Professional Development:
    2014 Ellen Alquist Math Professional Development, Dubai, UAE
    2013 2014 Early Childhood Certificate in Montessori Theory and Methodology, MCI London,
    UK
    2013, Montessori Apparatus Workshop, Gulf Montessori Institute, Dubai, UAE
    2013, Developing Leader Program, Self-Evaluation, Sian Rowles & GEMS PD, Dubai, UAE
    2010, 2011, 2013, Guided reading and writing, Stephen Graham, Cengage Learning (Aust)
    Dubai, UAE
    2013, Action Research, Andrea Muller, Dubai, UAE
    2013, Conceptual learning, Tania Lattanzio & Andrea Muller, Dubai, UAE
    2013, Developing Leader Program, Improvement planning evaluation analysis, Charlotte
    Hendy & Lisa Ramshaw GEMS PD, Dubai, UAE
    2012, Developing Leader Program, Team Dynamics, Lisa Ramshaw & Jason King GEMS PD,
    Dubai, UAE
    2012, Developing Leader Program, Developing Leadership Behaviours, Nicky Reyneke & Lisa
    Ramshaw GEMS PD, Dubai, UAE

    2012, Train the Trainer, Lisa Ramshaw and Nicole Richards, Dubai, UAE
    2011, Inquiry & Questioning for Deep Understanding Kath Murdoch, Dubai, UAE
    2011, Train the Trainer, Lisa Ramshaw and Nicole Richards, Dubai, UAE
    2011, 3 5 year olds in the PYP, Niell Marshall-Inn & Samantha Cook, Dubai, UAE
    2011, Collaborative Planning in the PYP Dubai, UAE
    2010, Teaching Tomorrows Leaders: Engaging All Students Hank Nicols & Susan Baum
    Dubai, UAE
    2010, Teaching Mathematics Through Inquiry - Ellen Alquist - Dubai, UAE
    2009, Guided Reading Stephen Graham & James Ferguson, Cengage Learning (Aust) Dubai,
    UAE
    2009, Assessment in the PYP Dubai, UAE
    2009, Teaching & Learning in the PYP Dubai, UAE

    References:

    R. Jeffery Hart (Assistant Elementary Principal, GEMS World Academy)


    [email protected]
    Darlene Huson (Assistant Elementary Principal, GEMS World Academy)
    [email protected]
    David Gerber (PYP Coordinator, GEMS World Academy)
    [email protected]
    Randa Bakkar (Gr2 PYP Teacher, GEMS World Academy)
    [email protected]

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