Natasha Armstrong

Experience

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  Arcon Park Primary School

  Jan 2010 - Aug 2010

  Relief teacher

  Served as a substitute teacher for all grades, stepping in during teacher absences.Adapted quickly to diverse classroom environments and maintained continuity in students' learning experiences.

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  EF English First

  Sept 2010 - Mar 2011

  Corporate Online English Teacher

  - Planned and delivered engaging English lessons to adults, ranging from one-on-one sessions to workshops with up to 25 students.- Utilized electronic media and EF-developed courseware to teach efficiently and effectively.- Evaluated student progress and provided continuous guidance to support improvement.

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  ALBERTON PRIMARY SCHOOL

  Apr 2011 - Jun 2013

  Taught Foundation Phase subjects: English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, and Life Skills to classes of 32 pupils.Developed and implemented lesson plans aligned with the CAPS curriculum.Fostered a supportive and engaging learning environment for young learners.

  • Grade 3 teacher

    Jan 2013 - Jun 2013

  • Grade 2 teacher

    Apr 2011 - Dec 2012
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  Lyttelton Manor High School

  Jul 2013 - Aug 2014

  Grade 9 & 10 English Language and Literature Teacher

  - Taught English Language and Literature to Grades 9 and 10, aligning with the CAPS curriculum.- Planned and assessed lessons for the Intermediate and Senior Phases, and Further Education and Training.- Managed classes of up to 40 students, fostering a supportive learning environment.- Coached students for Eisteddfod presentations, enhancing their public speaking skills.- Served as an assistant coach and record keeper at athletics meets, focusing on Girls High Jump.

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  Muffy's International Kindergarten

  Aug 2014 - Jul 2016

  Kindergarten Homeroom Teacher

  - Taught English immersion classes for ages 4-6, using Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligences approach.- Planned and facilitated engaging lessons with continuous assessments.- Collaborated weekly with the teaching team to enhance educational strategies.- Organized and led events such as the Art Gala, Christmas Concert, and U.N. Day.- Mentored new teachers to support their integration and development.

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  Kaiwen Academy

  Aug 2016 - Jul 2017

  Grade 1 Homeroom Teacher and Primary Lead

  At Kaiwen Academy, I worked with an American and Chinese blended curriculum following Common Core standards. My key contributions included:- Teaching core subjects: English Language Arts, Singapore Mathematics, Science, and Reading Comprehension.- Leading curriculum and assessment development aligned with Common Core State Standards.- Collaborating with the Grade 1 team to enhance teaching strategies and student engagement.- Designing and implementing diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments.- Conducting training workshops and leading staff meetings.- Organising and teaching extracurricular ESL classes.- Acting as the Learning A-Z administrator to facilitate resource use.- Planning and conducting weekly assemblies to foster school community. Show less

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  Canadian International School of Beijing

  Aug 2017 - Jul 2021

  IB PYP Grade 2 Homeroom Teacher

  At the Canadian International School of Beijing, I taught within the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme and the Canadian New Brunswick curriculum. Key achievements included:- Developing and refining units of inquiry with meaningful transdisciplinary links.- Leading curriculum alignment initiatives across grades.- Implementing assessments to guide teaching and communicate progress.- Creating an inquiry-based learning environment.- Enhancing student learning through differentiated instruction.- Actively communicating with parents via Seesaw and conferences.- Organising and participating in school events, including concerts and fundraisers, and mentoring new teachers.The Canadian International School of Beijing offers a world-class facility with an internationally recognised Canadian Education Curriculum, ranging from Montessori to Grade 12, and is also an IB School. Show less

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  Malvern College Hong Kong

  Aug 2021 - now

  IB PYP Prep 6 Classroom Teacher

  At Malvern College Hong Kong, I integrate the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme with the Canadian Ontario curriculum. My role involves:- Collaborating with grade team members, the PYP coordinator, and administration to develop and refine units of inquiry, ensuring meaningful transdisciplinary links across all areas of the IB PYP curriculum.- Engaging in whole-school horizontal and vertical curriculum alignment.- Designing and implementing diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments in collaboration with students and staff to guide future teaching and learning, and to communicate progress with parents.- Creating an environment that embodies the IB Learner Profile Attributes, attitudes, and inquiry-based education.- Employing a wide range of instructional approaches to differentiate instruction and maximise student learning.- Regularly communicating student progress with parents through email, Seesaw portfolios, student-led conferences, parent-teacher conferences, and enrichment or support plans.- Contributing extensively to school life as an organiser and participant in the Primary School Language Committee.- Facilitating student-led assemblies to showcase and celebrate learning.- Guiding pupils through the PYP Exhibition, planning and organising the event as part of a collaborative year-level team. Show less