Caroline Davis

Versatile and accomplished secondary English educator with extensive international and UK curriculum experience, spanning Key Stages 3, 4 (GCSE/IGCSE), and 5 (A-Level/IB Diploma), alongside English as an Additional Language (EAL) frameworks.

Holds Qualified Teacher

Status (QTS) via assessment route for experienced teachers. Proven expertise in designing rigorous curricula aligned with national standards, championing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, and fostering inclusive, human-centred learning environments. Eager to bring a wealth of global pedagogical insight, strong pastoral practice, and advanced literacy strategies to the UK secondary school sector.

English Language and Literature Teacher, Key Stages 3-5, International Baccalaureate (IB Middle Years & Diploma Programmes) EAL, Language Acquisition at ISS International School (2023-08 – 2026-07)

• Delivered comprehensive teaching, curriculum planning, and assessment for secondary English Language & Literature, supporting student progression toward upper school and external examination benchmarks.
• Developed and adapted unit plans, materials, and assessments across multiple language and literature programmes.
• Differentiated and scaffolded lessons to support diverse learning needs, including neurodiverse students and English language learners across Key Stages 3–5.
• Fulfilled pastoral responsibilities as a homeroom teacher, managing parent-teacher communications, student reporting, and personal development.
• Supervised students through extended inquiry and essay projects and co-taught Interdisciplinary Units.
• Led extracurricular offerings including English Club, Diversity Club, and Badminton Club.

English as an Additional Language (EAL) Specialist at North London Collegiate School (2022-01 – 2023-07)

• Spearheaded the development of end-to-end EAL provision across Key Stages 1 to 5 (whole school of 1000+ students), shaping admissions, push-in/pull-out intervention models in Key Stages 1–2 (Junior School), and targeted EAL lessons for Key Stages 3–5 (Senior School) transitioning into mainstream British and IB curricula.
• Administered language testing frameworks (WIDA MODEL suite and Password assessment products) across Key Stages 1 through 5 to inform targeted teaching strategies.
• Mentored junior staff on PGCEi coursework and delivered training workshops for a staff body of 50+.
• Acted as a trusted advisor to school leadership on DEI policies and participated in the gender equity committee.

Teacher, International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme, English Language & Literature, and Study Preparation Programme at Overseas Family School (2019-08 – 2021-12)

• Taught and planned curricula for secondary English Language & Literature and EAL bridging programmes across Key Stage 3 and early Key Stage 4.
• Collaborated with Humanities departments to co-teach Model United Nations Interdisciplinary Units.
• Partnered with external specialists including the Singapore Dyslexia Association to support students with varied learning needs.
• Served as an active member of the school's Anti-Racist working group, reviewing teaching materials to improve equity and representation.

English Language Trainer & Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Team Lead at British Council (2007-12 – 2019-07)

DEI Lead: August 2016 – July 2019

• Designed curricula and taught primary, secondary, and adult learners across EAL and exam preparation programmes (PSLE, GCSE/IGCSE equivalent O & A Levels, IELTS, Cambridge) across Key Stages 2–5.
• Implemented and led a Professional Learning Community (PLC), running fortnightly workshops for teachers to elevate classroom language provision.
• Directed organizational DEI initiatives as team lead from 2016 to 2019, driving awareness and inclusive practices.

Lecturer/Course Team Leader & Examiner in ESOL at College of West London (2003-11 – 2007-04)

• Developed tailored ESOL curricula, syllabi, and learning materials for diverse cohorts ranging from beginner to Level 2 and vocational learners within the UK further education framework.

Early Career (2007)

Taught across primary, secondary, and adult education settings prior to 2007.

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – Department for Education, UK (2006-06)

Postgraduate Certification in International Education (with Merit) – University of Nottingham, UK (2016-12)

MA in Applied Educational Leadership and Management – University of London, UK (2012-11)

Postgraduate Certificate in Further Education with ESOL Certificate (PGCE FE) – University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, UK (2006-06)

Diploma in Learning and Development (Level 5) – Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), UK (2020-12)

BA (Hons) in Sociology and Social Policy (Minors: History & Psychology) – University of Stirling, UK (1997-06)