Katherine MacKenzie
Rotterdam
Summary
Enthusiastic Biology (and Integrated Sciences)Teacher with 4 years of experience teaching in International Secondary school settings. Experienced in curriculum mapping and providing detailed lessons to help students gain well-rounded scientific education. In-depth knowledge of inquiry-based and concept-based learning, differentiated lessons and practical science experiences. Expertise in cellular and human anatomy, stem cell biology and genetics.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Biology & Integrated Science teacher; Subject Area Coordinator Sciences
Amsterdam International Community School
01.2020 - Current
- Teaching in IB Middle Years and Diploma Programmes.
- Designing and teaching lessons for Integrated Science and Biology.
- Developing Integrated Science curricula for MYP and new DP Biology syllabus for AICS.
- Leading curriculum development and coordinating Teaching and Learning within Science Department.
- Managed team of 26 sciences staff to introduce 9 new curricula in 2 years.
- Coordinating school sustainability in student centered Eco-Schools programme.
- Mentor duties - individualised learning plans, monitoring academic progress and support, monitoring and intervening in wellbeing issues.
Yoga Teacher
KatChrista Yoga
08.2019 - Current
- Delivered professional yoga classes and motivated students to attain personal goals
- Planning yoga classes in multiple styles and for varying levels, adapting practices for individual students.
- Guiding students in English and Dutch to move safely and comfortably, providing adjustment and anatomical instruction.
- Built connections with students to increase comfort with class and encourage return visits
Intern TTO Biology Teacher
Anna van Rijn College
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Lesson planning for English Biology classes in bilingual track, CLIL
- Teaching lower school years from 1st to 4th in Dutch curriculum.
- Assisting planning and execution of field trips, cultural exchanges and extra-curricular activities.
- Developed materials for laboratory activities, homework assignments and handouts to facilitate learning.
Voluntary Youth Worker
The SSC
01.2008 - 01.2020
- Organisation of daily schedules, announcements and presentations to large groups of young people.
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas
- Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth
Teaching Assistant
Erasmus University Medical Centre
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Assisting practical and theoretical classes for bachelor and master programmes in Erasmus University Medical Centre
- Mentoring and assessing poster and oral presentations
- Organising journal club meetings to learn scientific method and paper analysis
Education
U-Teach first-degree secondary teaching certification, Biology - Education
Utrecht University
Utrecht06.2020
Ph.D. - Clinical Genetics
Erasmus University Medical Centre
Rotterdam06.2019
Master of Science - Stem Cell Technology
University of Nottingham
Nottingham06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Anatomical Sciences
University of Dundee
Dundee07.2013
High School Diploma -
Oban High School
Oban, Argyll07.2008
Skills
- Experience with working with a variety of age groups, language needs and cultural backgrounds
- Incorporation of Content Language Integrated Learning (CLIL)
- Friendly, confident, hardworking and enthusiastic (especially about science & biology!)
- Lesson and activity planning - Inquiry & concept based learning
- Child protection & safety, Lab safety, BHV and First Aid trained
- 4 years teaching in an IB continuum school
- Dutch level B22/C1, permanent residency & DUO certified
- Mentor teacher for multiple year levels, happy to take part in extra-curricular activities & trips
- Communicative, open and reflective, willing to learn and take feedback onboard
- Links with Erasmus MC researchers to enable shadowing placements for students
Languages
English
Native language
Dutch
Upper intermediate
B2
References
- Eva van der Graaf, Head of Campus - Sandcastle, Amsterdam International Community School, e.vandergraaf@aics.espritscholen.nl
- Kieran de Groote, Head of Campus - South, Amsterdam International Community School, k.degroote@aics.espritscholen.nl
Timeline
Biology & Integrated Science teacher; Subject Area Coordinator Sciences
Amsterdam International Community School
01.2020 - Current
Yoga Teacher
KatChrista Yoga
08.2019 - Current
Intern TTO Biology Teacher
Anna van Rijn College
08.2019 - 01.2020
Teaching Assistant
Erasmus University Medical Centre
01.2014 - 01.2019
Voluntary Youth Worker
The SSC
01.2008 - 01.2020
U-Teach first-degree secondary teaching certification, Biology - Education
Utrecht University
Ph.D. - Clinical Genetics
Erasmus University Medical Centre
Master of Science - Stem Cell Technology
University of Nottingham
Bachelor of Science - Anatomical Sciences
University of Dundee
High School Diploma -
Oban High School
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