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Tessa Sorgdrager

Tessa Sorgdrager

PROJECT MANAGER | EDTECH TRANSFORMATION | INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN | DIGITAL LEARNING & CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT | ICT LEADERSHIP

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LondonMember since July 1, 2026
PRINCE2 PractitionerAgile / Hybrid DeliveryEdTech TransformationBenefits RealisationStakeholder ManagementCurriculum IntegrationGovernanceAsanaComputer ScienceICT LeadershipVirtual Learning EnvironmentE-SafetyInstructional DesignDigital Learning
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PRINCE2 PractitionerAgile / Hybrid DeliveryEdTech TransformationBenefits RealisationStakeholder Management

About

Highly experienced education and EdTech transformation leader with over 25 years of international experience across the UK, Kazakhstan, and South Africa. Proven track record in leading large-scale digital transformation and programme management initiatives across whole-school environments, delivering measurable improvements in teaching, learning, and operational efficiency. Specialist in managing end-to-end education technology implementations, including infrastructure rollout, stakeholder engagement, staff training, and cross-curricular digital adoption.

Experienced in programme and project management (PRINCE2 Practitioner), including Agile / hybrid delivery environments, with a strong focus on governance, benefits realisation, and value delivery. Recognised for delivering structured transformation programmes through data-driven decision-making, strong stakeholder management, and effective governance of complex educational change initiatives.

Experience

Computer Science Teacher / EdTech & ICT Leader - AEO Nazarbayev Intellectual School

(2023-01 - 2026-01)

  • Lead delivery of Computer Science and ICT education aligned with international standards.
  • Drive school-wide integration of digital tools to enhance teaching, learning, and assessment.
  • Manage classroom technology infrastructure and ensure alignment with curriculum objectives.
  • Design and implement assessment frameworks to track learner progress and intervention needs.
  • Lead CPD initiatives supporting staff digital upskilling and pedagogical innovation.
  • Maintain stakeholder communication with parents and leadership teams to support learner success.

Founder - FinWiser (EdTech Startup) - FinWiser

(2022-01 - 2023-01)

  • Founded and delivered a financial education platform focused on youth financial literacy.
  • Designed structured learning programmes combining education, engagement, and digital delivery.
  • Developed content strategy and learning materials aligned to learner needs and engagement goals.
  • Managed full lifecycle delivery from concept development through to pilot implementation.

Computer Science Teacher / EdTech & ICT Leader - AEO Nazarbayev Intellectual School

(2018-01 - 2022-01)

  • Lead delivery of Computer Science and ICT education aligned with international standards.
  • Drive school-wide integration of digital tools to enhance teaching, learning, and assessment.
  • Manage classroom technology infrastructure and ensure alignment with curriculum objectives.
  • Design and implement assessment frameworks to track learner progress and intervention needs.
  • Lead CPD initiatives supporting staff digital upskilling and pedagogical innovation.
  • Maintain stakeholder communication with parents and leadership teams to support learner success.

Computing / ICT Coordinator & Head of Department - Lofdal School (ACE School)

(2015-01 - 2018-01)

  • Led design and implementation of ICT and Computer Science curriculum (EYFS–Key Stage 4 equivalent).
  • Directed integration of ICT across Mathematics, Humanities, and Science disciplines.
  • Managed procurement and deployment of ICT resources and infrastructure upgrades.
  • Delivered CPD training to staff on digital learning tools and classroom integration.
  • Oversaw assessment strategy development for differentiated learner support.
  • Strengthened parent and stakeholder engagement through structured communication channels.

Primary Teacher / Computing & ICT Coordinator / Head of Department - Pembridge Hall Prep School

(2004-01 - 2014-01)

  • Led ICT strategy and digital transformation initiatives across the school.
  • Established Virtual Learning Environment and developed two fully functional ICT laboratories.
  • Directed E-Safety strategy and delivered training for staff and students.
  • Chaired ICT innovation initiatives and cross-curricular digital integration programmes.
  • Managed department planning, resourcing, and curriculum delivery.

Education

PRINCE2 Project Management Foundation - Project Management - PeopleCert (2026-01 - 2029-01)

PRINCE2 Project Management Practitioner - Project Management - PeopleCert (2026-01 - 2029-01)

PRINCE2 Project Manager Version 7 - Project Management - PeopleCert (2026-01 - 2029-01)

APM Project Fundamentals - Project Management - SCQF (2026-01)

Workflow Specialist - Project Management - ASANA (2025-01 - 2026-01)

Google Project Management - Project Management - Coursera (2025-01)

Bachelor of Science - The Open University

Diploma in Education - Education - Rand Afrikaans University

TESOL / TEFL Certification - English Language Teaching

Skills

PROJECT MANAGEREDTECH TRANSFORMATIONINSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNDIGITAL LEARNING & CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENTICT LEADERSHIP

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