Naomi Rowan

Experience

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  Various Educational Institutions | Music and Performing Arts Educator

  Aug 2005 - Aug 2014

  Earlier Roles

  💡 Driving learning innovation & faculty development across global schools.✔ Curriculum Innovation & Faculty Training‣ Led curriculum innovation, faculty development, and student engagement across international and UK-based schools.‣ Designed competency-based learning frameworks, shaping new academic programmes.✔ Directing Large-Scale Arts & Interdisciplinary Projects‣ Managed and led arts education initiatives that ensured curriculum impact and student success.‣ Created cross-disciplinary learning experiences integrating music, drama, and visual arts.Key Roles:✔️ Nord Anglia International School, Hong Kong (2014–2018): Built the music department in a new school, developing a curriculum for students aged 3–16 and leading large-scale performances.✔️ The British School of Guangzhou (2012–2014): Designed A-level music curricula, facilitated extracurricular programs, and provided pastoral support as KS4 leader.✔️ St. Benedict's Catholic College (2007–2012): Directed the arts department, overseeing music, drama, and visual arts while managing staff training and departmental budgets.✔️ Dallam School (2005–2007): Taught music and drama, enhancing students’ creative expression and performance skills.✔️ Academy East Music School (2008–2009): Directed ensembles and taught music theory, fostering young musicians’ performance and analytical skills. Show less

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  Nord Anglia Education

  Aug 2014 - Aug 2018

  Curriculum Fellow | Juilliard Nord Anglia Performing Arts Collaboration

  💡 Leading global curriculum innovation & professional development in performing arts education.✔ Driving Curriculum Innovation and Professional Development‣ Led curriculum development and professional learning, training educators across Nord Anglia international schools.‣ Spearheaded curriculum change management, ensuring seamless adoption of new teaching methodologies.✔ Embedding Arts Education Excellence‣ Designed scalable assessment and professional development frameworks, widely adopted in leadership and curriculum innovation.‣ Developed arts education curricula, aligning with international standards and best practices.✔ Strengthening Faculty Training at Juilliard‣ Facilitated professional development workshops at Juilliard, integrating best practices in music and performing arts education.‣ Implemented data-driven strategies to optimise training effectiveness, ensuring measurable impact. Show less

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  Nord Anglia International School Hong Kong

  Aug 2014 - Aug 2018

  Director of Music | Nord Anglia International School Hong Kong

  💡 Establishing and leading a thriving music department in a new international school.✔ Building a Comprehensive Music Programme‣ Developed and led the Music Department, creating a curriculum for students aged 3–16.‣ Prepared the department for Cambridge IGCSE and IB, launching IB Music in 2019.✔ Enhancing Student Engagement and Performance‣ Organised and directed extracurricular music programmes, culminating in a high-profile concert at City Hall, Hong Kong.‣ Designed innovative performance opportunities to enhance student confidence and musical growth.✔ Faculty Development & Strategic Leadership‣ Managed faculty development, peripatetic schedules, policy creation, budgets, and risk assessments for events and trips.‣ Oversaw departmental growth, strategic planning, and teacher training, ensuring high-quality music education. Show less

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  Gratitude Vietnam

  Oct 2018 - Jun 2021

  Small Business Owner, Retreat Facilitator and Coach

  💡 Creating transformative learning and wellbeing experiences in an immersive retreat setting.✔ Developing & Facilitating Wellbeing Programmes‣ Designed and facilitated mindfulness-based, immersive learning experiences, integrating wellbeing practices and instructional design.‣ Developed accredited Reiki training programmes, providing sustainable professional development opportunities.✔ Sustainable Business Leadership‣ Built a sustainable retreat model, supporting local businesses and ethical tourism.‣ Adapted the centre during COVID-19, transforming it into a community support space.✔ Key Achievements:‣ Established a global client base, with strong testimonials and recognition for holistic wellbeing practices. Show less

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  Aula

  Jun 2020 - Dec 2021

  💡 Optimising digital learning experiences through strategic initiatives and data-driven insights.✔ Driving Strategic Learning Initiatives‣ Collaborated with product and engineering teams to integrate data-driven user insights, optimising digital learning experiences.‣ Enhanced learning design workflows, improving scalability, quality, and stakeholder engagement.✔ Optimising Learning Design‣ Established high-impact learning design standards aligned with organisational goals and learner outcomes. Show less 💡 Expanding digital learning capabilities through curriculum innovation, quality assurance, and instructional design.✔ Developing Bespoke Learning Solutions‣ Designed custom university modules for high-profile commercial projects, aligning content with industry requirements.‣ Collaborated closely with academic and corporate stakeholders to enhance learner engagement.✔ Delivering Scalable E-Learning Solutions‣ Created innovative and interactive digital learning experiences, promoting collaboration and active learning. Show less 💡 Driving engagement and innovation in digital learning communities.✔ Leading Digital Learning Transformation‣ Led a team of Senior Learning Designers to transform university modules, successfully delivering a high-stakes project on time and exceeding quality benchmarks.‣ Guided educators in adopting the Aula platform, managing user support through ZenDesk, and cultivating a culture of active and social learning.✔ Enhancing User Experience and Faculty Engagement‣ Provided training and ongoing support for educators, ensuring seamless adoption of the Aula platform into Moodle and Blackboard institutions.‣ Developed best-practice guidelines to improve digital teaching strategies across institutions. Show less 💡 Redesigning university learning experiences for active and social engagement.✔ Implementing Pedagogical Best Practices‣ Partnered with academics to redesign university modules using active and social learning strategies, enhancing student engagement, satisfaction, and retention.‣ Provided high-level instructional support, ensuring a seamless transition to the Aula platform while maintaining pedagogical integrity.✔ Optimising Curriculum for Digital Learning‣ Advised on curriculum structures to align digital content with institutional objectives.‣ Created faculty training sessions to support the implementation of blended learning approaches. Show less

  • Lead Learning Designer

    Jun 2021 - Dec 2021

  • Commercial Learning Designer

    Jan 2021 - Jun 2021

  • Quality Assurance Lead

    Oct 2020 - Jan 2021

  • Community Manager

    Aug 2020 - Oct 2020

  • Senior Learning Designer

    Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
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  Nord Anglia Education

  Mar 2021 - now

  Educational Consultant

  💡 Shaping digital learning and leadership strategy across a global network of 80+ schools, driving innovation and impact.✔ Developing & Leading Digital Learning Initiatives‣ Designed and launched Nord Anglia’s most popular professional development course, Introduction to Metacognition, with 8,000+ educators enrolled.‣ Optimised the learning management system (LMS) and e-learning strategies, boosting global teacher engagement by 30%.✔ Leading Global Competitions & Events‣ Managed the MIT Global Trip, coordinating 66 students and 18 staff, reducing costs by 70%, and streamlining logistical processes.‣ Led student competitions, fostering engagement, creativity, and academic excellence.✔ Consulting for C-Suite & Educational Leaders on Future-Ready Learning Strategies‣ Advised leadership teams on EdTech integration, competency-based learning models, and strategic digital learning adoption, ensuring alignment with global best practices. Show less

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  Gratitude Worldwide Ltd.

  Oct 2021 - now

  Founder | Director | Consultant

  💡 Empowering organisations through digital learning innovation, leadership development, and wellbeing strategies.✔ Enhancing E-Learning Engagement and Retention‣ Designed and embedded research-driven digital learning frameworks to enhance engagement, retention, and accessibility across global education networks.‣ Supported organisations in scaling online learning initiatives, resulting in improved learner outcomes and satisfaction.✔ Guiding Global Organisations in Digital Transformation‣ Provided consultancy for global organisations, focusing on digital learning, leadership development, and wellbeing.‣ Developed long-term strategies that integrate resilience and sustainability into education models.✔ Expert Consulting on EdTech and Learning Strategy‣ Increased engagement on digital learning platforms by 30%, significantly improving course completion rates.‣ Designed Nord Anglia’s top-performing online course, engaging 8,000+ educators worldwide.‣ Led e-learning strategies impacting over 18,000 learners annually. Show less

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  Excerpt Lab

  Dec 2021 - Dec 2022

  Content Development Specialist

  💡 Enhancing digital learning through interactive content and UX design.✔ Innovating Digital Learning Content‣ Designed and developed interactive content for a music listening app, enhancing user engagement and educational effectiveness.‣ Provided UX feedback and recommendations, optimising app functionality for a seamless learning experience.

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  Earth Warriors Global

  Feb 2022 - Apr 2023

  Partnerships Lead and Content Development Specialist

  💡 Leading global sustainability and education partnerships to drive environmental awareness and action.✔ Embedding Sustainability in Curriculum Design‣ Developed and implemented education programmes embedding climate action and environmental justice in K-12 and higher education settings.‣ Built partnerships with NGOs, educators, and sustainability experts to strengthen student learning initiatives.✔ Leading a Global Poetry Competition with EARTHDAY.ORG‣ Organised and managed an international competition, engaging 400+ participants, with winning submissions published in a Global Anthology.✔ Advising on Global Education Outreach‣ Ensured education strategies aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), supporting a future-focused, impactful curriculum. Show less

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  Mindrift

  Mar 2025 - now

  AI Tutor: Domain Expert in Teaching and Learning

  As an AI Tutor Domain Expert in teaching and learning at Mindrift, I develop specialised content that trains AI models to be ethical, accurate, and domain-specifically responsible. This pivotal work supports the reliability of AI applications in education. Responsibilities include crafting, editing, assessing, and fact-checking AI interactions based on rigorous research.

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  The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

  Mar 2025 - now

  Senior Digital Education Consultant

  💡 Driving innovation in digital assessment and feedback, supporting LSE’s vision for effective, research-informed digital learning.✔ Leading Digital Assessment & Feedback Initiatives‣ Advising on emerging trends and evidence-based solutions in digital assessment to enhance teaching, learning, and student experience.‣ Developing training and resources to support academic staff in embedding digital assessment technologies effectively.✔ Assessing & Enhancing Digital Assessment Practices‣ Developing evaluation strategies to assess the effectiveness of digital assessment initiatives, ensuring continuous improvement.‣ Designing and executing test cases and validation plans to maintain quality and effectiveness.✔ Technology Innovation & Implementation‣ Investigating emerging technologies in digital assessment and feedback, recommending and applying innovative approaches.‣ Supporting the integration of new assessment platforms and ensuring seamless adoption across the institution.✔ Project Coordination & Collaboration‣ Collaborating with academic and professional services teams to align digital assessment with LSE’s strategic goals.‣ Recruiting, managing, and supporting temporary project staff, including testers, trainers, and assistant learning technologists.‣ Identifying and addressing implementation challenges to ensure successful project outcomes.✔ Consulting on Institutional Digital Learning Strategy‣ Contributing to institutional discussions on the future of digital education at LSE.‣ Evaluating and refining digital assessment approaches to ensure impact and continuous improvement.The Eden Centre is dedicated to curriculum enrichment, digital innovation, and staff development, enhancing teaching, learning, and assessment across LSE. Show less