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Dylan Carter

Dylan Carter

Dubai,UAE

Summary

Well-rounded and dynamic education administrator with expertise in curriculum planning and development. Offers student-focused, dynamic communication skills. Experience leading school administration and driving test scores through proven education methods. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution, and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as an advocate leader.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Secondary Principal

Dunecrest American School
Dubai, UAE
08.2021 - Current
  • Developed and led PD sessions for teachers on effective inquiry-based learning techniques to enhance classroom instruction.
  • Improved educational programmes, as evidenced by improvement in 15 out of 21 key indicators during annual ministry inspection
  • Established and implemented middle leadership to advance oversight and improve instruction in all subject areas.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness, providing specific feedback and mentoring.
  • Established instructional practices driven by performance data and analysed through school data dashboards.
  • Refined practices for regularly reviewing policies and procedures, involving all stakeholders to improve the quality of education.
  • Modelled excellent leadership skills to promote positive interaction between teaching staff and students.
  • Performed diverse human resource activities, including hiring, training, disciplinary actions, and termination in compliance with school guidelines and requirements.

Secondary Assistant Principal / Athletics Director

Dunecrest American School
Dubai, UAE
08.2018 - 06.2021
  • Managed student behaviour across the school following set school policies for discipline.
  • Facilitated professional development workshops on PBIS and restorative discipline for improved classroom management practices.
  • Supported the Principal in revising and implementing the upgraded School Improvement Plan.
  • Worked with the Principal to deliver appropriate programmes of professional development for staff.
  • Developed school extracurricular and athletics program for grades 1 - 12, managing all coaches and overseeing facility management.
  • Coordinated all sports events for elevated school spirit and community engagement.
  • Celebrated and rewarded the achievements of individuals and teams.
  • Created partnerships with parents and guardians to support and improve students' personal development.

Athletics Director / Physical Education Teacher

Universal American School
Dubai, UAE
08.2015 - 06.2018
  • Implemented and Coordinated Extracurricular Activities and Athletics programs for grades 1 – 1
  • In charge of overseeing facility management, coordination of athletic events, management of teacher coaching development, and enhancement of Physical Education curriculum in conjunction with Head of P.E Department
  • Increased student participation in sports teams by creating activities that improve student well-being and enjoyment within the Athletics program.
  • Cultivated excellent relationships, supporting students inside and outside of the Athletics department.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for grade 6-10 physical education classes.
  • Improved student stamina, drive, and persistence in physical education by celebrating successes.

Classroom Teacher

Universal American School
Dubai
08.2012 - 06.2015
  • Grade 6. Taught all 4 core subjects using the PYP framework while following Common Core Curriculum standards
  • Planned and organised lessons that consistently facilitated positive learning experiences.
  • Collected, analysed, and tracked data on student progress.
  • Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners.
  • Organized and led students in successful PYP Exhibitions and 3-Day Experiential Camps

P.E Lead Instructor

Sportball, Inc
Calgary
07.2010 - 12.2010

ESL Teacher

The Kids Club LCF
Gwangju
02.2009 - 02.2010

ESL Teacher / Head Teacher Coordinator

Sogang Language Program, Seo Cheongju Academy, Recent
Cheongju
11.2007 - 11.2008

Education

Masters of Arts - Teacher Leadership

University of Northern Iowa
2018

Graduate Diploma of Teaching -

University of Otago
2011

Bachelor of Sport Management -

Brock University
Ontario, Canada
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Jakarta International School
Jakarta, Indonesia
2001

Skills

  • Emotional intelligence
  • Engaging leadership style
  • Strategic planning
  • Curriculum development
  • Multi-tasking ability
  • Student and parent relationships

Certification

  • Principals’ Training Center: Curriculum Leadership in the International School
  • Principals’ Training Center: Insturctional Supervision and Evaluation
  • IB DP Category 1 Head of School
  • IB PYP Category 2 Exhibition Training
  • IB PYP Category 1 Making the PYP Happen
  • ATLAS Curriculum Mapping Regional Workshop (2023)
  • NWEA: Using Student Data and Curriculum to Make Impactful Change (2022)
  • International Association of Athletics Administrators Conference (2016 / 2018)
  • ECIS P.E Conference (2015)
  • Nelson Cengage Learning ‘Explicitly Teaching Writing’
  • Chapters International ‘Learning Through Inquiry’

Hobbies

  

  • Running & Golf
  • Scuba Diving & Hiking
  • Cooking
  • International Travel
  • Sport Coaching

References

Jeff Smith

Patrick Hould

Andrew Torris

Languages

English
Fluent

Timeline

Secondary Principal

Dunecrest American School
08.2021 - Current

Secondary Assistant Principal / Athletics Director

Dunecrest American School
08.2018 - 06.2021

Athletics Director / Physical Education Teacher

Universal American School
08.2015 - 06.2018

Classroom Teacher

Universal American School
08.2012 - 06.2015

P.E Lead Instructor

Sportball, Inc
07.2010 - 12.2010

ESL Teacher

The Kids Club LCF
02.2009 - 02.2010

ESL Teacher / Head Teacher Coordinator

Sogang Language Program, Seo Cheongju Academy, Recent
11.2007 - 11.2008

Bachelor of Sport Management -

Brock University
04.2001 -

Masters of Arts - Teacher Leadership

University of Northern Iowa

Graduate Diploma of Teaching -

University of Otago

High School Diploma -

Jakarta International School

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