Katharina Hein

Committed and internationally experienced EAL and English teacher with strong expertise in the IB Middle Years Programme. Several years of teaching experience in international school contexts (Europe, US, UK, Middle East), with a clear focus on language development, differentiation and inclusive learning environments. Research-informed educator holding a Professional Doctorate in Education (EdD) with a focus on PTSD and forced migrants in Higher Education.

Private Tutor (German GCSE & English Eleven Plus) - Tutor Doctor London - London, UK

(2019-05 - 2021-10)

• Preparation of students for GCSE and Eleven Plus examinations
• Diagnosis of individual learning needs and development of tailored learning plans
• Ongoing feedback, progress monitoring and communication with parents

English Teacher (IB MYP) - Emirates International School Meadows - Dubai, UAE

(2016-09 - 2018-06)

• Teaching within the IB Middle Years Programme (Grades 7–10)
• Planning and delivery of weekly, annual and unit plans
• Adapting curricular content to students' linguistic starting points
• Designing, marking and moderating assessments

English Teacher - American International School - Dubai, UAE

(2014-09 - 2016-06)

• Teaching English in Grades 9 and 10
• Developing students' reading, writing, listening and speaking skills
• Preparing students for PSAT and MAP assessments
• Integrating digital media and tablets into classroom practice

Teaching Practicum (ESL) - California State University (CSULA) - Los Angeles, CA, USA

(2014-04 - 2014-06)

• Planning and delivering ESL reading instruction
• One-to-one and small-group support

Teaching Assistant - Language Link - Moscow, Russia

(2013-07 - 2013-09)

• Supporting EFL instruction
• Assisting with lesson planning and curriculum development

Professional Doctorate in Education - EdD - University of Greenwich (2018-10 - 2026-04)

Certificate - Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) - International House London (2019-07 - 2019-07)

M.A.

• Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (Major: TESOL) - California State University (CSULA) (2012-09 - 2014-06)

B.A.

• Modern Languages and Foreign Language Education (Majors: English, French) - Justus Liebig University Giessen (2008-10 - 2012-03)

Study Abroad Semester - California State University (CSULB) (2010-08 - 2010-12)