Sylvia De Decker
London,ON
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Department Head
Qatar Academy
08.2019 - 11.2022
- Implemented strong control and evaluation procedures to maximize departments' work quality.
- Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
- Evaluated performance continuously to identify areas in need of improvement and implement strategies to keep team on-track.
- Cultivated collaborative, performance-oriented culture to keep team motivated and enthusiastic about achieving shared goals.
Co-Principal/Teacher
Stratford Middle Years School
09.2015 - 06.2019
- Acted as principal for day-to-day running of school as well as key decision making.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote teaching staff and administrative personnel's positive interaction with students and families.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
Principal
Tripoli International School
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Collaborated with school board officials to assess areas for improvement in curricula, classrooms, testing and student activities.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
Marketing and International Recruitment Manager
London International Academy
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Identified appropriate marketing channels and target customers for campaigns.
- Teamed with advertising agencies and outside consultants to develop strategic marketing plans.
- Wrote engaging and successful marketing, advertising, and website copy.
- Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails, and other collateral.
- Promptly corresponded with applicants and families and coordinated and conducted interviews.
Key Stage 1 Coordinator
Tripoli International School
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Designed training program to teach new teachers school guidelines and increase overall success.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
Adult ESL Teacher
LIT
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
- Tailored lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and speeds.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Technology and Leadership
SUNY Buffalo State
05.2022
Bachelor of Education -
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, Ontario05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario05.2005
Skills
- Employee Empowerment
- Department Development
- Meeting Management
- Presentation Delivery
- Public Speaking Events
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team Leadership
- Workload Balancing
Timeline
Department Head
Qatar Academy
08.2019 - 11.2022
Co-Principal/Teacher
Stratford Middle Years School
09.2015 - 06.2019
Principal
Tripoli International School
01.2012 - 01.2013
Marketing and International Recruitment Manager
London International Academy
07.2011 - 07.2012
Key Stage 1 Coordinator
Tripoli International School
01.2009 - 01.2011
Adult ESL Teacher
LIT
01.2009 - 01.2010
Master of Science - Educational Technology and Leadership
SUNY Buffalo State
Bachelor of Education -
Lakehead University
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Guelph
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