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    J. Weston Strickland has over 15 years of experience as a secondary English teacher and teacher leader in international schools. He holds a Master's degree in Educational Administration and state teaching licenses. His career has included positions as an English department head, coordinator of student learning goals, and dormitory supervisor. Strickland designs innovative curricula using technology and collaborates with colleagues to improve instruction. His goals are to engage students, empower them to reach their potential, and become positive global citizens.

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    J. Weston Strickland has over 15 years of experience as a secondary English teacher and teacher leader in international schools. He holds a Master's degree in Educational Administration and state teaching licenses. His career has included positions as an English department head, coordinator of student learning goals, and dormitory supervisor. Strickland designs innovative curricula using technology and collaborates with colleagues to improve instruction. His goals are to engage students, empower them to reach their potential, and become positive global citizens.

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    J. Weston Strickland has over 15 years of experience as a secondary English teacher and teacher leader in international schools. He holds a Master's degree in Educational Administration and state teaching licenses. His career has included positions as an English department head, coordinator of student learning goals, and dormitory supervisor. Strickland designs innovative curricula using technology and collaborates with colleagues to improve instruction. His goals are to engage students, empower them to reach their potential, and become positive global citizens.

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    J. Weston Strickland has over 15 years of experience as a secondary English teacher and teacher leader in international schools. He holds a Master's degree in Educational Administration and state teaching licenses. His career has included positions as an English department head, coordinator of student learning goals, and dormitory supervisor. Strickland designs innovative curricula using technology and collaborates with colleagues to improve instruction. His goals are to engage students, empower them to reach their potential, and become positive global citizens.

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    Weston Strickland
    ! [email protected]

    ! skype: james.w.strickland ! http://jwestonstrickland.weebly.com

    Professional Goals
    To serve as an English teacher, and teacher leader, in a reputable school setting. To apply my professional skills in a
    capacity which will engage members of the school community to work together successfully. To maintain and develop a
    strong learning environment which empowers students to reach their full academic potential and become positive global
    citizens.

    Education and Certifications


    Masters of Arts, Educational Administration Michigan State University
    Bachelor of Arts, Political Science and English Stephen F. Austin State University
    State of Colorado Secondary Level Professional Teaching License
    IB Literature Certification, IB Language and Literature Certification
    AP Literature Certification

    Professional Experience
    MontKiara International School Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

    August, 2011-2012, 2013-Present

    Head of Department Language Arts


    Oversee teacher and department goal achievements and collaborative decision making
    Lead team in development of online curriculum mapping
    Liaise with administration for school wide polices and procedures

    IB Literature, IB Language and Literature, 9th-11th Grade English, Film


    Design engaging classroom community that meets individual student learning needs
    Collaborate and develop new units of study for honors and standard level IB English classes
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    Co-director of Expected School-wide Learning Results (ESLR) for 10 grade


    Develop student centered skill-building focus groups to improve specific areas of need based on MAP test data
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    Created curriculum for new 11 grade English class


    English Language Learners immersion for 70% of student body
    Structure online instruction using Google Apps for Education, Moodle and a variety of educational tools
    Trip leader for Malaysian Studies student trip
    Middle school Boys Basketball coach

    American School of Kuwait Hawalli, Kuwait

    August, 2009-June 2011

    AP English Literature, 10th-12th Grade English, Film


    Designed and implemented innovative curricula and UbD lesson plans
    Collaborated with teaching teams to improve and maintain classroom curricula and assessments
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    Integrated technology for 21 century literacy


    Mentor for new Teacher/Faculty
    Senior Class Advisor

    Leysin American School Leysin, Switzerland


    IB English, 11th, 12th Grade English, Senior Boys Dorm Supervisor
    Coordinated and taught a creative program for standard and honors level IB English courses

    August 2005-June 2009

    J. Weston Strickland
    Served as interim Department Head of English, working collaboratively with departmental colleagues and other
    departments
    Promoted an environment of academic excellence and personal growth within the classroom and boarding facility
    Teacher/Faculty mentor
    Senior Boys Dorm Supervisor
    Educated students to become independent learners for the university level
    Built communication between faculty and parents who live apart from their children on a daily basis

    Presentation of Our Lady School Denver, Colorado

    August 2003-June 2005

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    5-8 Grade Language Arts Teacher


    Adopted, produced and applied classroom procedures for a positive learning environment
    Coordinated and taught a creative grammar component for the English and Social Studies departments, thus
    enhancing the learning experience and increasing student interests and core materials
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    Developed and taught 5 , 6 , 7 and 8 grade English and Social Studies curriculum

    Professional Skills + Development


    Vertical alignment team leader for middle school and high school English departments
    Council of International School Accreditation Certification Training
    Planned and Implemented school wide annual event promoting community spirit
    Member of curriculum development team for English department
    Supervised publication of school magazine
    Integration of current educational technology: 1:1 BYOD instruction and learning, Google Apps for Education, Moodle,
    Aspen and Powerschool, online curriculum mapping
    Recent Professional Conferences and Workshops Attended: Google Apps for Education Summits (2013, 2014),
    International Baccalaureate Workshops (2013, 2015), Advanced Placement English Literature Workshop (2010)

    Values and Belief Statement


    Teachers belief in each students individual value and strengths to build authentic, trusting relationships with them,
    leads students to become positive learners and contributors in society.
    Students who learn to become global learners positively impact their own community.
    Working in collaboration is key to successful teaching and successful schools.
    Social and educational challenges provide important life lessons in students personal growth.
    I continuously seek professional opportunities to broaden my skills as a leader, mentor, facilitator, coach and peer.

    References
    Mr. Randy Neen, Principal, MontKiara International School
    Email: [email protected]
    Mr. David Munro, Principal, International School of Beijing (Former MontKiara International School Assistant Principal)
    Email: [email protected]
    Dr. Gary Melton, Head of School, MontKiara International School
    Email: [email protected]
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