Beulah Devanesan

Experienced university-level and secondary science educator with 23+ years of international teaching experience across North America, Europe, and the Middle East. Holds a PhD, a Master's degree in Biology, and extensive leadership experience as Head of Science and Cambridge Exams Officer. Brings strong interdisciplinary expertise spanning biological sciences, research methods, data-driven inquiry, laboratory instruction, and introductory programming/technology-enhanced learning.

Passionate about preparing graduate students for careers in bioinformatics, computational biology, and applied life sciences through rigorous, student-centered instruction.

Summer Camp Instructor & Student Integration Support at Pacific Academy – PACE Summer Camp and JLS camp in South Surrey, Global College in Vancouver (2020-01 – Present)

• Worked for the past 5 years as a summer camp instructor in both Canada and the USA.
• Supported the integration and participation of students requiring accommodations and additional learning or behavioral support.
• Assisted in creating inclusive, engaging, and safe learning environments for diverse student groups.
• Planned and facilitated STEM, science, and enrichment activities for children and youth.
• Collaborated with staff and families to ensure student well-being, participation, and successful camp experiences.
• Served in PACE Summer Camp at Pacific Academy and Global College in Vancouver since 2023.

Science Teacher at Pacific Academy (2023-08 – Present)

• Teach advanced secondary and pre-university biology and science courses aligned with international standards.
• Integrate data analysis, technology tools, and inquiry-based learning to strengthen scientific reasoning.
• Mentor students in research projects, laboratory investigations, and interdisciplinary STEM initiatives.

Science Teacher at Broward County Public Schools (2018-08 – 2022-10)

• Delivered biology and science instruction emphasizing evidence-based reasoning and experimental analysis.
• Supported diverse learners, including students requiring differentiated and special education strategies.
• Designed curriculum resources aligned with state and international benchmarks.

Head of Science & Cambridge Exams Officer at Odsherreds Efterskole (2017-08 – 2018-07)

• Led science department operations, curriculum alignment, and faculty mentoring.
• Coordinated Cambridge assessments and ensured academic compliance and quality assurance.
• Oversaw laboratory safety, assessment moderation, and instructional improvement initiatives.

Head of Science at International School Ikast-Brande (ISIB) (2014-10 – 2017-06)

• Directed curriculum development for biology and integrated sciences.
• Introduced research-based projects and data interpretation skills into science programs.
• Provided instructional leadership and teacher coaching.

Head of Department – IGCSE Environmental Management & Global Perspectives at The Westminster School, GEMS Education (2011-09 – 2014-10)

• Led interdisciplinary science courses combining biological systems, environmental data, and global research issues.
• Achieved consistently high Cambridge examination results.
• Mentored faculty in assessment design and student research supervision.

Head of Science Department at The Westminster School (2005-09 – 2007-07)

• Oversaw science curriculum planning, laboratory instruction, and departmental leadership.
• Strengthened inquiry-based teaching and student performance outcomes.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Philosophy – University of Madras (2009-01)

Master of Science (MSc) in Biology – The American College (1991-01 – 1993-01)

Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Education – Madurai Kamaraj University (1993-01 – 1994-01)

Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biology – Fatima College (1988-01 – 1991-01)