Natalya Vanwinkle
USA ,California
Summary
Experienced educational leader known for cultivating a culture of success and excellence within diverse learning environments. Skilled in delivering comprehensive support to learners, prioritizing their emotional wellness alongside academic advancement. Proficient in collaborating with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders to elevate training programs and maximize participant engagement. Dedicated to fostering an environment of safety, empowerment, and inclusivity to facilitate professional growth and development. Committed to utilizing my expertise to create dynamic and supportive training environments that empower individuals to excel in their roles and contribute effectively to organizational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
IBDP Economics HL, IBDP Business Management HL, Head of Grade 11&12, MYP
Seoul Foreign School
Seoul
01.2018 - Current
- Educational leader Head of Grade/Dean of Students DP Cohort grade 11-12 work closely with HS Leadership Team, HS Counseling Team and HS Faculty to support students by creating and implementing policy and academic processes to promote student learning and foster a positive grade level culture
- Lead the charge in orchestrating the KORCOS professional development session focused on cultivating a positive school culture in Korea. This initiative involved conceptualizing, planning, and executing a comprehensive program aimed at empowering educators across international schools in Korea with the knowledge, strategies, and resources necessary to foster a supportive and inclusive environment within their schools. Collaborate with stakeholders and leadership to identify key areas for improvement, curate relevant content, and recruit expert speakers to address critical topics such as communication, collaboration, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Facilitate engaging workshop, discussion, and activities designed to equip participants with practical skills and actionable insights to shape a positive and thriving school culture.
- IBDP Economic
- Develop and implement a strong MYP Individual and Societies curriculum for grades 9 and 10
- Implement vertical alignment MYP 9 and 10 to IB DP classes
- Lead extracurricular activities: CAS, EE supervisor, MUN, Aspiring Seoul Business Leaders, DECA, Discovery Week Service trips: Vietnam and Malaysia service trip
IBDP Business Management HL, Business, Marketing, World History
International Schools Group
Dhahran
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Develop and implement a strong business education curriculum Execute a number of student learning and engagement techniques including activities, debates, discussions and in-depth studies focused on strategic marketing campaigns and IB Business Management
- Develop activities that demonstrate relationship social studies concepts and "real world" applications that engage and inform students.
Secondary Social Studies /Model United Nations
Quality Schools International
Chengdu
01.2013 - 01.2014
Secondary Journalism / ELA/Model United Nations
Quality Schools International
Shenzhen
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Key contributor in creation and coordination of business processes for the yearbook advertising, sales and publication that successfully increased sales from 30% to 95%.
Business Development/ Business Process Trainer
National Oilwell Varco
Houston
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Developed and authored a customized business curriculum used to train personnel on supply chain distribution business processes
- Oversaw implemented and executed personnel training on business processes, support and analysis of current business operations in Dubai, Singapore, Venezuela and Brazil
- Designed and developed training materials for new employees in the organization.
- Conducted onboarding sessions to orientate new staff members about company policies and procedures.
- Provided feedback on employee performance based on observed results during training sessions.
- Developed assessment tests to evaluate trainees' knowledge of course material.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy of content being delivered to trainees.
- Trained newly hired top talent to fill key positions and maximize productivity.
Project Manager / Continuing Education Program
Kazakh-British Technical University
Almaty
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Successfully launched the first nationwide distance learning Graduate Program
- Fostered long-standing educational relationships that developed the collaborative program with the London School of Economics and the University of Norway
- Boosted program interest by coordinating promotions as a representative at a number of career and education fairs and conferences.
- Key contributor in pioneering the launch of the KBTU Business School
- Collaborated closely with senior leadership on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate - School Management And Leadership
Harvard University
12.2021
M.Ed. Curriculum And Instruction - Secondary Curriculum And Instruction
University of St Louis Missouri
12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Public Relations
University of International Business
05-2005
Standard Teaching Certificate, State of Texas -
TEXES
Skills
- Leadership and Management
- Training and Development
- Needs Assessment
- Understanding by Design Curriculum Planning and Implementation
- Team Building
- Project Planning
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Resolution
- Adaptability
- Classroom Instruction
- Public Speaking
Extra Curricular Activities
- WORLD ECONOMICS CUP
- KORCOS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- LAUNCHX (MIT ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM)
- DECA
- HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
- DISCOVERY WEEK VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Languages
Russian
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
IBDP Economics HL, IBDP Business Management HL, Head of Grade 11&12, MYP
Seoul Foreign School
01.2018 - Current
IBDP Business Management HL, Business, Marketing, World History
International Schools Group
01.2014 - 01.2018
Secondary Social Studies /Model United Nations
Quality Schools International
01.2013 - 01.2014
Secondary Journalism / ELA/Model United Nations
Quality Schools International
01.2010 - 01.2012
Business Development/ Business Process Trainer
National Oilwell Varco
01.2007 - 01.2010
Project Manager / Continuing Education Program
Kazakh-British Technical University
01.2003 - 01.2006
Postgraduate Certificate - School Management And Leadership
Harvard University
M.Ed. Curriculum And Instruction - Secondary Curriculum And Instruction
University of St Louis Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Public Relations
University of International Business
Standard Teaching Certificate, State of Texas -
TEXES
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