Professional outline

Teacher and curriculum developer with two decades of experience in diverse international settings. I specialise in Geography, Sustainability, and Intercultural Understanding, using place-based and enquiry-based pedagogies to bring global themes to life for students. I combine a deep background in Global Citizenship, including project work for UNESCO, with a practical, hands-on approach to teaching and learning that fosters critical thinking and 21st-century skills.

Jeju National University | Office of International Affairs

Instructor – Geography, Global Citizenship & Sustainability | 2023 – Present

• Curriculum Innovation: Designing and delivering interdisciplinary humanities courses focusing on Global Citizenship Education (GCED) and Sustainability.

• Framework Alignment: Developing enquiry-based, concept-driven approaches specifically designed for transferability to Cambridge International frameworks.

• Place-Based Pedagogy: Implementing innovative "place-based" educational strategies that connect global sustainability themes with local geographical contexts.

Jeju National University | Teachers’ College

Instructor – EAL, EAP & Classroom Practice | 2016 – 2022

• Teacher Mentorship: Modeled student-centered pedagogy and formative assessment strategies for the next generation of primary school educators.

• Programme Development: Designed comprehensive EAL (English as an Additional Language) and EAP (Academic Purposes) curricula aligned with 21st-century competency standards.

• Enquiry-Based Learning: Integrated global citizenship themes into core classroom practice, fostering intercultural understanding through concept-driven instruction.

Jeju Provincial Office of Education | Public schools

Teacher (primary and secondary) – English and Global Themes | 2007–2009, 2010–2011

• Diverse Classroom Delivery: Facilitated student-centred, discussion-based curricula across five primary and secondary schools, focusing on intercultural understanding.

• Pastoral Care: Supported student wellbeing and residential life as a boarding teacher at Daejeong Boys’ High School.

• Contextual Adaptation: Successfully integrated global educational themes within the Korean public school system, fostering high levels of student engagement.

UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Programme | Author / Individual Specialist June 2025 – June 2026

• Authoring a strategic publication on Multi-Internationally Designated Areas (MIDAs).

• Leading global workshops and collaborating with protected-area specialists to develop international networks via the Global Centre for Internationally Designated Areas (GCIDA).

The Jeju Weekly / Glocal News | Editor-in-Chief Nov 2012 – Feb 2016

• Directed editorial strategy and production for an English-language newspaper covering international politics, culture, and community issues.

• Managed a diverse team of journalists and interns, overseeing high-pressure newsroom operations.

International Development & Policy Analysis | Various Agencies (Laos/Cambodia) 2009 – 2015

• Organisations: KOICA, NGO Sao Sary Foundation, SEDA-Laos, and the Laos Prime Minister’s Office (UXO NRA).

• Impact: Authored strategic papers on vocational training; designed anti-trafficking educational projects; represented governmental/NGO interests at international summits.

Early Professional & Public Sector Foundation

2000 – 2007 | Various Roles (UK)

• Safeguarding & Education: Administrative and family support roles for Barnardo’s Keeping Children Safe and the University of Liverpool (MOWL).

• Public Service: Legal administration for HM Tribunal Service and public sector support for Haringey Council.

• Healthcare: Medical records management and data integrity at Barnet General Hospital.